National Park · WA
The National Park Service lists 11 things to do at Olympic National Park. 6 have no extra fee, 9 need no reservation, and 5 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
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While this app is a great tool for "front country" visits (places you can get to with a car, bike, or short hike), it's not meant to guide you through the back country. For that we have the Wilderness Information Center - WIC for short.
Year-round Reservation required Fee applies
A trip to the Olympic Coast is sure to be memorable! Olympic National Park contains several beach areas along the coast, each with something to offer. Learn more about popular beaches and start planning your trip!
Year-round Pets allowed
Skip the stress and help the environment by taking a Clallam Transit bus to Hurricane Ridge! This summer season bus transports park visitors directly from downtown Port Angeles, Washington, to one of Olympic National Park's most scenic destinations.
1-2 Hours Summer Fee applies
Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour
In the park, we humans are privileged to be visitors to wild animals' home. We can treat their home with respect and care.
Reservation required Fee applies Pets allowed
Hurricane Ridge provides opportunities for snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing and more. Hurricane Ridge's winter season is generally mid-December through the end of March.
Winter Fee applies
Madison Falls is a stunning 60-foot waterfall near the Elwha River. It's also one of the most accessible destinations at the park, making it a great stop for families and visitors of all abilities.
5-15 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
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Pets: they’re our faithful friends and loyal companions. But at Olympic National Park, they aren’t allowed everywhere!
Year-round Fee applies Pets allowed
Near the Olympic National Park Visitor Center, two short loop hikes take visitors through peaceful, green lowland forests.
15-30 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
There are special places that allow you to see sea creatures up close without leaving the beach! Tidepools are home to fascinating creatures like sea stars, anemones, barnacles, nudibranchs, crabs, and more.
30-180 Minutes Summer
Take a peaceful stroll at Barnes Point on Lake Crescent on the Moments in Time Trail.
15-30 Minutes Year-round
In the late summer and early fall, salmon can be seen leaping from Salmon Cascades on the Sol Duc River! Get a glimpse on a viewing platform located above the cascades.
15-45 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall
Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Olympic. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.
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