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At Olympic National Park, forest, coastal, and mountain ecosystems converge to create a spectacular wilderness. Designated a World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve, the park serves as both a living laboratory for scientists and an unforgettable playground for visitors.

From Port Angeles, a 30-minute drive west leads to Lake Crescent, a 12-mile-long, glacially carved lake perfect for peaceful walks along its forested shores. From Forks, just 20 minutes away, Rialto Beach awaits, a dramatic stretch of coastline scattered with driftwood and sea stacks, where you might spot bald eagles soaring above the surf. Whether visiting for a few hours or several days, there’s plenty to see and do. A 45-minute drive from Port Angeles to Hurricane Ridge takes you from lush lowland forests to open alpine meadows, where panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca stretch for miles on clear days.

Spanning 922,000 acres, Olympic offers endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. From high-country hikes and cross-country skiing at Hurricane Ridge to beach strolls and forest trails, each season brings new ways to experience this extraordinary national park.

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Kalaloch

Kalaloch located within the Olympic National Park sits on a 50-foot bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Take a boat out to watch the whales or see the sea lions, seals and otters playing in the harbour. Walk along the seven amazing beaches and explore the tide pools or hike on one of the parks many verdant trails. Visit the northernmost beach in the area – Ruby Beach, named for the ruby-like crystals that get washed up on the beach.

Hurricane Ridge, with its wind-sculpted forests and snow-fed meadows, is the easiest way to access the high country in Olympic National Park. Beautiful scenery awaits you with stunning ridges, lakes, and valleys.

Olympic National Park is a boating paradise. You won’t want to miss the sight of the crystalline blue waters of Lake Crescent – a glacially carved lake tucked into the northern foothills of the park. Formed by a landslide thousands of years ago, this spectacular lake can now be explored via rented rowboats, the perfect way to discover beaches and fishing holes inaccessible by foot.

Port Townsend

Perched on the north-eastern tip of the Olympic Peninsula, Port Townsend is a charming Victorian seaport that beautifully blends maritime heritage with artistic flair. Stroll among the stately Victorian buildings of this hilltop community, where boutique shops, cosy cafés, and engaging historic sites bring the town’s rich past to life. Festivals celebrating film, music, and maritime craftsmanship fill the calendar year-round, while creative spaces such as the Jefferson Museum of Art & History and monthly art walks offer inspiration for locals and visitors alike.

Beyond its historic streets, Port Townsend is surrounded by natural beauty. Fort Worden Historical State Park, once a coastal defence fort, now serves as a hub for outdoor recreation and cultural events, with beaches, forested trails, and panoramic viewpoints. Nearby, the waters of Admiralty Inlet invite kayaking and sailing, while local whale-watching tours offer a chance to spot orcas and grey whales.

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