Place
National Park
Olympic National Park
WA · USPark map
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Places
Places in Olympic
Viewpoints, landmarks, trailheads, and useful stops.More places
Trails
Trails in Olympic
Compare distance, typical time, difficulty, and trail details.More trails
Challenging
High Divide Trail
Rainforest-to-ridge loop with lakes, bears, and Mount Olympus views
Moderate
Hoh River Trail
Iconic rainforest-to-glacier walk from mossy giants to Blue Glacier
Challenging
Seven Lakes Basin / High Divide Loop
Iconic ridge and lake loop with Mount Olympus front and center
Challenging
Grand Ridge Trail (Obstruction Point to Deer Park)
Lofty, view-soaked ridge traverse with zero shade and zero waterWildlife
Wildlife in Olympic
Always follow park rules and local laws. Never approach wildlife, stay in your vehicle when required, and stay completely out of roadways.More wildlife
Sighting mapWhere to look
Olympic Marmot
Marmota olympusReports peak in the late morning, around 11 AMOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionusReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AMOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Humpback Whale
Megaptera novaeangliaeReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PMOpen wildlife map
Sighting mapWhere to look
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalusReports peak in the late morning, around 11 AMOpen wildlife mapBefore you go
Current park alerts
Road work, closures, safety notices, and updates from official park sources.More alerts
Closure
Copper Creek Trail Closed in Staircase Area
Copper Creek Trail remains closed until further notice due to Bear Gulch Fire damage. The NPS current conditions page says the Staircase developed area is open, but all other trails remain closed. Source: https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/conditions.htm A Washington Trails Association listing also states that Copper Creek is closed until further notice due to Bear Gulch Fire damage: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/copper-creek-lake-cushmanOfficial detailsCaution
Ozette Access Advisory: Check SR 112 Before Travel
The Ozette area and Ozette Campground are open, but visitors should check WSDOT SR 112 alerts before traveling because access can be affected by flood or landslide closures and detours. See the park’s current conditions and call the recorded road update line at 360-565-3131 before departing.Official detailsClosure
Mora Road Closed for Construction; Rialto Beach Not Accessible via Mora Road
Mora Road is closed beyond Mora Campground to pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle traffic due to construction. During this work period, Rialto Beach is not accessible via Mora Road. Official status pages list the closure as active with the last update on July 8, 2026: current road conditions and park conditions.Official detailsClosure
