Olympic National Park
National Park · WA
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 at risk for rabies and should seek healthcare immediately, as well as contact the Mason County Health Department at 360-427-9670 ext. 405. More at the link.
More informationDanger · 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 confinement tactics as part of a full-suppression strategy. There are no evacuation orders or closures.
More informationPark Closure · Highway 101 Closed at Hoh River Bridge
The Highway 101 closure cuts off the only direct route between some of the most popular areas of the park. There are no detours available. Taking alternate routes around the east side of the Olympic Peninsula will add at least four hours to travel times.
More informationPark Closure · Mora Road Closed for Essential Repairs
Mora Road is closed to all traffic, including bicycles and pedestrians, at the campground. Rialto Beach is not accessible via Mora Road during this construction period. Mora Campground is open. This construction work will repair damage from a severe winter flood event, fortify the road against river migration, and protect long-term access to Rialto Beach.
Caution · Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
The Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page.
More information1 noticefrom the National Park Service
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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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!
- NPS site
- nps.gov/olym
- Location
- Olympic National Park (47.804, -123.666)
Track your visit to Olympic National Park
NP Tracker keeps a record of every National Park Service unit you visit — all 430-plus of them. Log visits with dates and photos, collect passport stamps, plan trips, and watch your map fill in. It's free.
Passport stamp locations
- Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
- Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station
- Kalaloch Ranger Station
- Olympic National Park Visitor Center
- Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
Hours
Olympic National Parktoday: All Day
- Sat Oct 3All Day
- Sun Oct 4All Day
- Mon Oct 5All Day
- Tue Oct 6All Day
- Wed Oct 7All Day
- Thu Oct 8All Day
- Fri Oct 9All Day
Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day year-round, although some roads, campgrounds and facilities are open seasonally.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
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- Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 5:30PMDirections
- Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Stationtoday: 10:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
- Kalaloch Ranger Stationclosed todayDirections
- Olympic National Park Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 5:00PMDirections
Self-guided tours
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Gems of History and Culture in Western Washington1–4 d · 8 stops
Did you know that western Washington is just as rich in history and culture as it is in natural beauty? These smaller sites are within a day's travel from Olympic, and each one has its own unique stories.
Trails with Accessibility Descriptions15–5000 minutes · 19 stops
These trails are some of the most popular in the park! Some meet the ADA criteria for fully accessible, and some do not. Knowing that people have all different kinds of needs and abilities, the following trails have been evaluated in detail, by and for people with disabilities. You know best what is accessible to you, so read on to find details about what the surface of the trail is like, its width, slope, what parking options are nearby, and detailed descriptions of each part of the trail and any f
Entrance fees
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- Private Vehicle — $30.00
Valid for seven consecutive days. Applies to private, non-commercial vehicles (15 passenger capacity or less). The pass covers all vehicle occupants.
- Motorcycle — $25.00
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
- Per Person — $15.00
Valid for seven consecutive days. This fee admits one person without a vehicle, including hikers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Individuals fifteen years or younger are admitted free of charge.
- Annual Entrance - Park — $55.00
The Olympic National Park Annual Pass costs $55 and is good for entry into the park for one year from the month of purchase. Passes can be purchased at Olympic National Park visitor centers and entrance stations.
Commercial rates3
- Van — $75.00
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