Olympic National Park

With its incredible range of precipitation and elevation, diversity is the hallmark of Olympic National Park. Encompassing nearly a million acres, the park protects a vast wilderness, thousands of years of human history, and several distinctly different ecosystems, including glacier-capped mountains, old-growth temperate rain forests, and over 70 miles of wild coastline. Come explore!

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Information Hurricane Ridge Rd Closed 7am -12pm on Sunday 8/2

Hurricane Ridge Road will be closed at the Heart of the Hills gate from 7am–12pm on Sunday, 8/2 for the “Ride the Hurricane” bicycle event. No vehicles may exit the Hurricane Ridge parking lot after 7am. Please leave...

Danger Crews Responding to Lightning-Caused Mt. Tom Creek Fire

The lightning-caused Mt. Tom Creek Fire is burning on a remote mountain slope on the west side of Olympic National Park. Firefighters are using indirect confinement tactics as part of a full-suppression strategy....

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Caution Dispersed and Backcountry Fires Prohibited

Due to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, dispersed and backcountry fires are prohibited. Fires within established metal fire rings in developed campgrounds and picnic areas are allowed. Propane and gas...

Park Closure Mora Road Closed for Essential Repairs

Mora Road is closed to all traffic, including bicycles and pedestrians, at the campground. Rialto Beach is not accessible via Mora Road during this construction period. Mora Campground is open. This construction work...

Caution Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas

The Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling...

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41°F
TonightMostly Clear💨 5 to 8 mph
Thursday57°Sunny
Thursday Night44°Mostly Clear
Friday62°Sunny
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AIR QUALITY · AQI Good Main pollutant: PM2.5
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Where to stay

Which side of Olympic National Park actually saves you drive time — with live rates, not "top-10 from nowhere".

🏕️ In-park & campgrounds

Wake up inside the gate — first light at the trailhead, no morning commute.

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🛏️ Gateway-town hotels

Rooms minutes from the entrance with pools, breakfast and parking.

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🚐 RV & camper vans

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GETTING THERE

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✈️ Nearest airports

We map the closest regional and major airports for each park we cover in depth.

🚗 Rental cars

A car is essential at most parks — book early for summer and holiday weekends.

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🅿️ Parking & shuttles

Where lots fill by 8 AM and which shuttle skips the stress — see "Know before you go" above.

GUIDED TOURS

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🌅 Sunrise & summit tours

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🚤 Signature experiences

Boat, wildlife and scenic tours matched to Olympic National Park.

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👪 Family-friendly outings

Easy, kid-approved guided trips with real outfitters.

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