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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Danger Crews Responding to Mount Tom Creek Fire

Fire managers are responding to a lightning fire in a remote area of Olympic National Park. The Mount Tom Creek Fire has burned 69 acres 5 miles west-northwest of Mount Olympus. Firefighters are using indirect...

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Information Highway Closures Will Affect Access to Popular Areas

In September and October of 2026, there will be a series of closures that will significantly affect trip planning for visitors to Olympic National Park. Click to see if your itinerary may need to change!

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Information South Shore Quinault Road Washed Out Beyond Park Boundary

South Shore Road – which is maintained by Jefferson County – is closed due to a major wash-out. For more information, visit the Jefferson County website.

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Danger Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact

A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on August 9th. At approximately 2 p.m., the bat swooped down onto an unidentified woman and was temporarily caught in her hair. This individual is...

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Information Expect long delays at the Hoh Rainforest

Lengthy delays are likely at the Hoh Rainforest entrance station between 7:30 AM - 5 PM. Plan ahead for a 1-3+ hour wait. When the parking lot fills, traffic is metered at the entrance station. Bring what you need...

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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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🚗 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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Frequently asked

Is there a live webcam for Olympic National Park?

Yes — 3 official National Park Service webcams are embedded on this page, so you can see the conditions before you drive.

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