Olympic National Park: The Ultimate Guide

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Olympic National Park: The Ultimate Guide

Olympic National Park is one of the most diverse areas in the United States. Complete with jagged mountain peaks, alpine lakes, cliff side beaches, and rainforests, Olympic has it all. Planning a trip here can be difficult due to the vast area you need to cover to see everything, so use this guide to your advantage. I will provide you with everything you need from the best places to stay, eat, and hike, as well as an exact itinerary to make your trip special. In this guide you will find: A 4 day comprehensive itinerary for Olympic National Park Best places to stay Best places to eat Best hikes to do Overall trip planning advice!

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Getting There

Olympic is one of the easier national parks to get to due to its proximity to Seattle. If you're from out of state, fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and pick up a rental car. From there you'll have a roughly 2 hour drive to Port Angeles or a 3 hour drive to Forks, depending on where you start. There are two ways of driving there, both take similar amounts of time.

Option 1:

This route is the "easiest" but is the longest mileage wise. You will go around the bay through the city of Tacoma and drive up into the peninsula. This route is 129 miles and takes ~2.5 hours.

Option 2:

This is the more scenic route but can be a hassle if you're flying in and renting a car. This route involves taking the ferry from downtown Seattle to Bainbridge island, and driving from there. If your flights align with the ferry schedule (linked below) then this is the superior option. Unfortunately, ours did not so we took the above route.

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JackxJo

Hey! We’re Jack and Jordan, the creators of JackxJo, and we’re here to help you unlock the world of travel—even if you think you don’t have the time or the budget for it. We are both college students at the University of Texas at Austin who have been exploring the U.S. together for three years. Being in college has made us learn how to travel efficiently both with our time and finances. We believe in honest and impactful advice. We’ve juggled busy schedules and tight budgets, but we’ve figured out how to make travel work without the stress. Our guides focus on the practical tips that actually matter: where to stay, where to eat, and what to do. Between the two of us, we’ve covered a lot of ground, and we’re constantly sharing our latest discoveries. From national parks to small towns, we’re always on the lookout for the next adventure. We’re also big believers in making travel accessible for everyone, so whether you’re a college student planning your first trip or someone looking for a quick escape from the daily grind, our guides will help you travel smarter, not harder.

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Hurricane Ridge, Washington, USA

Victoria, BC, Canada

Lake Crescent, Washington, USA

Hoh Rain Forest, Upper Hoh Road, Forks, WA, USA

Forks, WA, USA

Port Angeles, WA, USA

Olympic National Park, Mt Angeles Rd, Port Angeles, WA, USA

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