Olympic National Park is well known for having several different ecosystems to explore: subalpine forest, wildflower meadows, temperate rain-forest, and the rugged Pacific Shore. This twelve hour tour allows you to sample each of these systems with the added advantage of having an experienced guide to answer any questions that may arise. Come explore tide pools along the coastal beaches, roam among old-growth forest, trek atop mountain ridges with breathtaking vistas and stand by glacier-birthed rivers and lakes. The tour begins on a leisurely ferry boat ride over the Puget Sound to the Olympic Peninsula. The exact itinerary will be curated by the tour guide however our first stop will usually find us at Hurricane Ridge where you will hike to an incredible view of the valley below and the snow-capped mountains in the distance. We will move on to Crescent Lake and the seasonally Sol Duc Valley, and a sandy beach along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Please plan on approximately six miles.
- Hassle-free meetup at a point of your choosing
- Your guide will pick a trek that’s customized to your preferences
- Suitable for beginner and expert hikers alike
- Get private access to a certified guide for a coveted Joshua Park experience
What To Expect
Hurricane Ridge
**** PLEASE Check out the Olympic National Parks direct website for updated road closures – https://www.nps.gov/olym/index.htm ****…… Views of the Olympic Mountains from a mile high, Hiking, food, gift shop, wildlife, seasonal snowshoeing
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Crescent
A gorgeous, glacier carved lake that is so clear you pear deep in the lake. A national park lodge is located here and a nice place to relax if not going on a hike to Marymere Falls and old growth trees. Kayaks and other boats are available to rent if you choose not to hike.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Salt Creek Recreation Area
Optional stop depending on the tide: Sea-stack and tide pools with a great beach. If tide or time tables are not conducive to stop at Salt Creek Recreation Area a stop at Dungeness Spit will replace it. Dungeness spit is also a great beach and wildlife sanctuary. Hike and enjoy.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Dungeness Recreation Area
Optional Stop: If tide or time tables are not conducive to stop at Salt Creek Recreation Area a stop at Dungeness Spit will replace it. Dungeness spit is also a great beach and wildlife sanctuary. Hike and enjoy.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Elwah River
optional stops depending the day, waterfalls, big trees, the largest dam removal and wildlife rehabilitation project in the world.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Seattle
Ferry rides, round trip. Ride across Puget Sound to access the western peninsula where the National Park is. See wildlife and great views of Islands and Downtown Seattle. (we may leave from Edmonds Ferry Terminal)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Jamestown S’Klallam Reservation
This is where we stop for food. full service deli, espresso coffee, souvenirs and everything you will need to snack on for the day
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sol Duc Falls
Optional park stop. Fall is most likely time to stop. A very pretty waterfall, old growth forest with with areas exhibiting temperate rain forest. Seasonal Salmon runs too, in autumn. hiking or if you bring your swimsuit you can soak in hot springs.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
**** PLEASE Check out the Olympic National Parks direct website for updated road closures – https://www.nps.gov/olym/index.htm ****
Recommended for travelers that can walk a minimum of 6 miles and walk over uneven surfaces.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Private Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Landing and facility fees
Ferry Ride
Fully insured Commercial bus
Our phone lines are attended by a live Representative during Business hours
Exclude
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Max group – 7
