Weekend Roadtrip: Olympic National Park

Weekend Roadtrip: Olympic National Park

Mackenzie Moore
From hikes to viewpoint to stays, this guide has all you need for a weekend in Olympic National Park in Washington!
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Breakfast in Port Angeles:

Buena Luz Bakery
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Chestnut Cottage Restaurant
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Pick a Morning Hike:

Hurricane Ridge
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Hurricane Hill via Hurricane Ridge: 3.4 miles, 826 ft elevation gain, well paved trail
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Mount Storm King
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Trail length 4.1 miles, 2,106 feet of elevation, more challenging uses ropes for final climb
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Lake Crescent Picnic:

Spruce Railroad Trailhead
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Short trail to Devils Punchbowl (~1 mile to view)
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Devils Punch Bowl
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Great spot to take a dip & enjoy the views of Lake Crescent! We packed lunch to sit and take in the views.
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Afternoon Activity Ideas:

Marymere Falls
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Close drive from Devils Punchbowl! 1.7 miles, 314 feet of elevation
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Sol Duc Falls
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Easy hike with rewarding views! 1.8 miles, 259 feet of elevation
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Scenic Drive to Sunset:

Neah Bay
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Drive through Neah Bay on the way to Cape Flattery!
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BIGGINZ Burgers Seafood
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Stop for some local food from this delicious food truck for dinner!
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Makah Mini Mart
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Grab a recreation permit for $20 (need for cape flattery). Please respect the Makah Tribe and limit activities to designated visitor facilities.
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Cape Flattery
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Gorgeous views for sunset from all angles- pictures just don’t do it justice!
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Rest for the Night:

Morning Fuel in Forks:

The In Place
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Mocha Motion
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Morning Hikes:

Hoh River Trailhead
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To mineral creek falls: 5.5 miles, 213 ft elevation
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Hall of Mosses Trailhead
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A must see 1-mile trail!
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End on the Coast:

Rialto Beach
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Recommend this one if you stay in Forks for the night!
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Ruby Beach
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Must see! With low tide lots of sea life to observe!
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Tree of Life
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A quick stop on your drive to check out this magnificent tree!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mackenzie Moore
A travel physical therapist in the United States exploring new areas, discovering hiking/adventure spots, & trying local food favorites!
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