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Sun setting
Anita T.

Beautiful! Be warned the drive up (and especially down) is breathtaking, but frightening if you're nervous about heights. You are climbing up a huge mountain ridge and meandering up cliffs on the way to the top. But your reward will come when you experience the glory of the Olympic Mountains! This is the perfect location to watch the sun set, or view the stars. We went in July, and it was perfect weather. There are trails and sweeping views of Mt. Olympus with its glaciers. Bring a jacket, blanket, and maybe some camp chairs. There is an abundance of wildlife, but I'm happy to say I didn't encounter a bobcat. Important note--the visitors center burned down last year and they haven't built a new one. I heard it was a nice one. There are restrooms to replace though, and they were kept pretty decent. Come see nature in all its glory, if you dare! Lol

High ridge trailhead
Joyce T.

Mid July is not a good time to visit, the trails are free of icy snow but there's not much wild flowers there, even there are, the flowers are tiny and loosely bloomed along the trail. We managed to see deer and the chubby marmot.

Wildflowers along the Meadow Trail
Courtney L.

Hurricane Ridge has to be one of the most enchanting places I've ever visited with its wildflowers, clear blue skies, tree-covered hills and mountains in the distance. While walking along the trails, we even spotted some tame deer just several feet away from us. I was truly in awe the entire time. When we drove towards the entrance at 8:30A, a line of cars had already formed and were gradually admitted. (We visited during July, so it was peak time for tourists.) Once we finally got to the gates, the park ranger explained that they were letting cars proceed one at a time with at least 90 seconds between each one. From here, it was 15 miles uphill all the way to the parking lot at the top. You'll encounter many switchbacks and curves along the way, so take the drive carefully. When coming down, be extra careful as there are no barriers that would prevent you from flying off the cliffs. There are signs that recommend switching to low gear going downhill. Finally, we made it to the main parking area. A few months ago, the lodge here burned down and it still sadly remains in shambles. Due to this, a bunch of portable bathrooms are in the parking lot, which was limited to 375 cars. Luckily, we didn't have an issue finding a space. A short straight walk up the path from the parking lot will take you to a magnificent view of pristine hills. Two rangers stood here, helping guests with navigation and answering any questions. We started down the short Meadow Trail first, which was a good warm up. We then trekked up to Sunrise Point which had a fair amount of inclines and slopes, but rewarded us with an amazing view at the end. There were so many crickets hopping around in addition to some flies and bees. In the afternoon, we drove a few minutes to the Hurricane Hill Trail. It is apparently just 1.6 miles one way, but has a 5000+ foot elevation gain, so this one was relatively grueling and I'd consider it moderate difficulty for novice hikers like myself. Despite the path being fully paved, there are a number of inclines and there is not much shade. The scenery is beautiful though! You'll see lots of wildflowers and have an unobstructed view of the Olympic Mountains across the way. We were a little concerned after seeing a cougar warning posted at the beginning of the trail, but we only saw some deer, chipmunks and a marmot. There were also a ton of other hikers that we saw on our way up and back. After hiking and exploring from about 9:30A to 2:30P, we were thoroughly exhausted, but had such a memorable day. As one of the most popular spots at the Olympic National Park, this is a must regardless of whether you want to hike or just simply enjoy the views.

Robin S.

Definitely a must-do in Olympic NP. The road up is long and very scenic. At the top, there are myriad trails leading from the expansive parking area - short easy ones and longer, steeper trails. Great view of the Olympic Mountains.

Nice hike. Good workout, beautiful views. When you get to the top turn right and go to the mountain top and you can see Downtown Leavenworth

Raj S.

Went in early august and it's just awesomeeeeeeee.. fantastic views and amazing nature . It can get a bit cold up there , even in peak summers. . There is a good cafe and a visitor center on top of this mountain. Really awesome place . Drive up wasn't that bad . Just drive slow in turns . Lots of view points before you end up in hurricane ridge . Loved the clouds and the whole thing was so photogenic ... there were some small trails to get better views but we stayed right next to the visitor center to take tons of pics ! Well worth it . Loved it . Thumbs up

Beautiful view of the Mount Olympus and the glaciers right from Hurricane Ridge
Shayla B.

Hurricane Ridge is a great area to explore while visiting Olympic National Park. It's one of the most easily accessible areas of the park as it's just a short drive from the Olympic National Park Visitor's Center. The views are picturesque and you'll be able to spot Mount Olympus right from the back deck of the building. This is also a great spot to purchase souvenirs and to grab snacks and water as the main visitor center lacks this. Hurricane Ridge is also a popular starting and ending point for several hiking trails. I hiked the Hurricane Ridge Trail and the views were fantastic. If you're looking to take a break and enjoy lunch with a view, this is is the perfect place for that. The deck features panoramic views of the gorgeous snow capped mountains. Lots of picnic areas and benches are available here. There's actually tons of parking, but with any National Park, it can fill up pretty quickly. Hurricane Ridge acts as a second visitor center with park rangers and access to maps and gifts. There's also a small restaurant where you can grab some food. The drive to Hurricane Ridge from the visitors center is absolutely lovely! A very windy but picturesque little adventure to day the least. If you're planning a visit to Olympic National Park, Hurricane Ridge is a great place to stop along your park tour.

Chase B.

Post fire: Limited vehicle access. If you're not driving up the hill by 10am, it's just easier to take the bus that leaves every hour and it's convenient. Beautiful scenery, view is 10/10 and great for elderly who have trouble with the serious hikes in Olympic. There's been more wildlife that's crept up since the closure for a few months so keep your eyes peeled. The trails are very easy

Leo G.

A very long hike but worth it at the end! On one of the hikes you can see Canada and snow at the end!

Sheri H.

Hurricane Ridge is a great place to be above the clouds, standing on a mountain and hike! This is part of the Olympic National Park so you'll need a day pass or a NP pass. Long, winding road up the mountain lands you at the top, which is Hurricane Ridge. Some easy trails are right next to the parking lot. There is a gift store, cafe and restrooms available. It's a short drive from the town. Deer will be right near you. Bring a jacket or hoodie even if it's summer! The temp drops 10-20 degrees up here.

Oly National Park sign.
Jennifer J.

Oh my...Hurricane Ridge I missed you so! It had been YEARS (some might say decades) since I'd been to The Ridge. But finally I found myself returning to beautiful northerly parts of the Olympic Peninsula, this time with my daughter in tow to show her its amazing beauty. We wanted to camp inside the National Park but (thanks covid) had to settle for a spot at the nearby Port Angeles KOA. From there, it was about an hour's drive to the tip-top of The Ridge - and totally worth it. The views at the top are absolutely astounding. With a good 180 degrees of forested and/or snowy peaks, blue skies (if you're lucky) and deep green valleys below I could literally have stood there all day. We also did a quick walk over to the other side of The Ridge (easily accessible via a mostly-level, paved path) for views to the north, over the Strait of Juan de Fuca and to Canada beyond. In this area we encountered actual, deep patches of SNOW (in June!) and a few hungry (but thankfully not carnivorous) deer. From this viewpoint we ambled across the snowy patches and up a slightly more rustic/steeper loop trail which eventually took us back down to the parking lot. We felt lucky to find ourselves alone on most of this trail (hello social distancing) and even got to watch two marmots frolicking in the summer grass. It was, well, sorta magical. After returning to the parking lot we hit the gift shop, with limited access and enforced masks and social distancing. There was some limited grab-and-go food availability in the former cafeteria area, and of course lots of souvenirs and sweatshirts to choose from. I picked up a new copy of a book I'd enjoyed years ago: "Across the Olympic Mountains." It's a great read if you like mountaineering/historical books. Hurricane Ridge is a gem of not only the peninsula and the Oly National Park but of the entire state, if you ask me. It's a must-visit and well worth the drive.

Hurricane Hill Trail
Jacques I.

Hurricane Ridge is where everyone visits when traveling to the Olympic National Park, all for good reason. You're surrounded by mountains and hills, so someone is bound to bust out their Julie Andrews. My boyfriend and I visited the Olympic National Park and made Hurricane Ridge our first stop, as we were staying in Port Angeles, which is only about 45 minutes away from the city center. We started at the visitor's center where you can get more information from the rangers about where to go. The center is larger than other visitor's centers in the park, as it has a refreshments area, restrooms and gift store. There was also tons of parking. Visiting the visitor's center will provide you an amazing view of the ridge. But if you're up for it, I recommend hiking the Hurricane Hill trail. The Hurricane Hill trail has its own separate parking lot not far from the main visitor's center. But note that the parking lot gets full, since it's so much smaller. We were lucky to snag a spot as someone was leaving. We also arrived here around 9am. Get here early! The Hurricane Hill trail is pretty long; it took about an hour to hike up and reach the highest point. The last half mile of the trail is the hardest/steepest. Much of the trail is paved, so is wide enough for many people to use at once. Along the way you will see colorful wildflowers, wildlife, like deer, chipmunks, and marmots. It's a solid workout that'll have you sweating! The views are absolutely gorgeous. The mountains in the background with the clouds moving all around you makes you realize how high up you are. There was even snow when we visited in early July. So glad we were able to hike up Hurricane Hill trail, which is worth spending some time here and basking in the beauty of this national park. One of the bet hikes I've done. Bucket list item checked!

Jean-Claude B.

The highlight of our trip and went up twice at sunset Spectacular and serene place! Pretty drive up and dawn with amazing views! A must!

This is what the trail looks like right now

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Ask the Community - Hurricane Ridge

Are there accessible bathrooms for a night time trip? I know the visitor center closes at 5pm.

Yes! There are four restrooms that can be found around each of the campground areas (there are 5 loops, A-E). https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/heart-o-the-hills-area-brochure.htm… Read more

Can you take a motorhome up here?

Most of the sites here for camping are back-in sites that only fit one small to medium-sized vehicle. There are pull-through sites as well, but most are on the wrong side of the road resulting in your door opening to the road. Site 101 (in the E… Read more

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City Pier - Female Surf Scoter coming in for a splash landing off the pier - ten out of ten!! LOL!!

City Pier

4.2(22 reviews)
1.3 mi

The pier is definitely worth a stroll if you're in the downtown area. There are tons of waterfowl…read moreso it's great for all you birders out there - and you'll get beautiful views of the inner harbor and the Olympic mountains. Apparently the fishing is really great too and the pier is well suited to it. It's located in the heart of downtown on the waterfront near most of PA's shops and restaurants. It's right next to the Wharf which is also worth a visit as it has restaurants and art galleries. There's a map of the historic waterfront trail near the entrance to Hollywood Beach which is also right off to the right of the pier and a nice stroll too. Theres a Marine Science Center which is probably really fun for the kids (was closed when I visited). Alongside the pier there's seating and a covered stage - the city holds a "Concerts on the Pier" series Wednesday nights in the summer. And the pier and stage can even be rented for public events! There's a small-ish parking lot right at the entrance with free, timed parking. But there can be some shady characters milling around in that area so I would recommend keeping an eye on your vehicle and don't leave anything valuable inside.

Nice place to walk around the waterfront. Some restaurants nearby and the whaft building is pretty…read morecool. Quick stop for food and rest

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City Pier - Female Surf Scoter coming in for a splash landing off the pier - ten out of ten!! LOL!!

Female Surf Scoter coming in for a splash landing off the pier - ten out of ten!! LOL!!

City Pier - Views of the Wharf from the pier

Views of the Wharf from the pier

City Pier - Yikes! Don't think I'd swim at the beach then lol

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Yikes! Don't think I'd swim at the beach then lol

Olympic Hot Springs - Log bridge over a creek.

Olympic Hot Springs

3.6(28 reviews)
9.1 mi

Firstly, several of these reviews are for the wrong hot springs. If a review mentions a restaurant,…read moreor a resort, or a time slot, they are referring to the SOL DUC hot springs, not these ones. Also, the reviews that mention that the hike is easy are all outdated! It's a slog to get there! The Olympic hot springs are a 12 mile hike mostly uphill. It used to be a much shorter hike but about five years ago the road washed out and you now have to hike an extra 8 miles... 12 miles total... one way. It's a slog! The springs themselves, while pretty, are shallow, muddy, slimy, and overall pretty gross. The signs warn of fecal bacteria. If you're hoping to hike 12 miles to soak in pristine pools, think again. Nudity is common. If anyone is actually using the hot springs, they will likely be nude. Get over it!! Let the nudists have their place... and 12 miles deep in the woods is a nice place to be nude. You might also see nudists hiking or biking on the trail to the hot springs. It's not common but does happen occasionally. Just smile and say hi! The hike starts off easy on a paved road for about 3/4 of a mile. Then you have to use a single-track dirt bypass trail that is steep and rooty. If you're using a bike you'll be pushing and carrying it over things. Then you're put back on an old paved road again. It's another 2 miles to the Glines Canyon overlook which is fun to see. Then it's another 5 miles on the same road, but now 100% uphill and sometimes steep, just to reach the trailhead. Once at the trailhead, you're already over 8 miles into it and you have another 2.5 or so to hike... bikes not allowed. You have to park at the Madison Falls parking lot. You're supposed to have a National Park pass.

Enchanted springs in enchanted forest, I have camped here quiet a bit when in college…read more Most special hot springs on earth to me. Hike is fun not too strenuous

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Olympic Hot Springs - Mileage once at the trailhead. This is AFTER already hiking over 8 miles uphill.

Mileage once at the trailhead. This is AFTER already hiking over 8 miles uphill.

Olympic Hot Springs - Hot Spring

Hot Spring

Olympic Hot Springs - Bear warning!

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Bear warning!

Robin Hill Farm County Park

Robin Hill Farm County Park

4.0(4 reviews)
10.1 mi

I was in Sequim Washington visiting my aunt well also training for a 10K for suicide prevention and…read moredepression awareness. Being the explore that I am, I used a combination of -yelp and Google to find parks near me. I was excited to find that there was a park 3 miles from my aunts house. I asked to borrow her car and away I went. When I arrived, I found a small parking lot. I noticed cut outs in the woods that resembles trailheads, but not many markings. I happened upon a trail head board, where I was able to pull a trifold brochure with map out of the case. From what I can tell, this series of foot, bicycle, and horse paths is maintained by volunteers. The trails are easy to spot, but not all have signage Or names. I noticed That's some of the posts had numbers, but that really means nothing unless you have a copy of the map. At some junctions, you are left to wonder where the path will lead and whom it is intended for. Summer designated foot only, summer horses only, and some are shared use. I used my Fitbit to track my GPS, so I can upload a map with my review, but I very much felt like Hansel wandering the dark forest. There are many beautiful trees, some great signage and points of interest for foliage in centuries. the brush is trimmed fairly well and it's pretty easy to find yourself alone on a path. During my run, I encountered walkers, the folks on horse back, mountain bikers, and even Charlie Brown's Christmas tree, Complete with ornaments. As I stopped to take a photo, I could hear something breathing nearby. It certainly was not a human. It sounded like a horse, but as I stood still, I heard no other movement and could see no horses, so I'm not 100% sure what the creature was. I read another review that said someone happened upon a coyote. Little red riding hood happened upon a wolf, but being Hantzel, I'm not so sure who was stocking me.Oh, and I found the witch's table in a clearing on a path, which let me know that I was indeed in the dark forest. The hours to the small park are 8 AM to dusk. There is no running water but there is one single Porta potty at the main trail head. They also provide doggy bags and a 5 gallon bucket that serves as the trashcan for the doggie Doodoo. The Porta potty was pretty well-maintained, the log shows that it's cleaned every 1 to 2 weeks. Being Covid, I was disappointed that the hand sanitizer was empty. All in all it was a pretty good run/walk in the woods. Be prepared for hills. There are many. My weaving loop in the woods was just under 3 miles, but I'm certain there's more to discover. I didn't travel all of the trails, in fact when I returned to the parking lot I discovered another path that had been blocked by a horse trailer when I arrived. four stars for the confusing intersections and lack of signage on many of the paths. Would I run this trail again? Yes. would I recommend this trail for someone to explore alone? Yes, if you are good at directions, not in a hurry, have your phone and GPS handy, just in case, and or if you bring plenty of breadcrumbs to drop along the way like Hantzel and Gretel.

Nice wooded wide trails! Great for younger kids or those looking for a fairly easy walk. Some…read moretrails are shared with horses and dogs are permitted on leash! Enjoy!

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Robin Hill Farm County Park - Found this bridge on the foot trail.

Found this bridge on the foot trail.

Robin Hill Farm County Park
Robin Hill Farm County Park

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