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| Olympic National Park Photo Credit: NPS.gov |
Covering nearly 1 million acres, Olympic National Park features everything from mountain peaks and old-growth temperate rain forests to more than 70 miles of rugged coastline. Designated as a World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve by the United Nations.
Olympic National Park offers a variety of activities in its diverse ecosystems, from rainforest to coastline. Some of the activities include:
Hiking: The park has over 70 miles of coastline and more than 100 wilderness campsites. You can also hike the 18-mile Hoh River Trail to the foot of Blue Glacier on Mount Olympus or take on the Pacific Northwest Trail, a 1,200-mile corridor that passes through the park.
Backpacking: The park offers various backpacking routes such as the 19-mile High Divide Loop through Seven Lakes Basin or the nine-mile Ozette Triangle that connects forested boardwalk trails with a three-mile stretch on the beach.
Surfing: Shi Shi Beach is accessible only by a two-mile hike through the rainforest, and it offers a unique backcountry surfing opportunity with a view of sea stacks.
Lake activities: There are several large lowland lakes in the park that are accessible year-round for activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing.
Mountaineering: Mount Olympus is the crown jewel of the park, and it requires mountaineering skills and a Class 4 scramble to summit.
Wildlife viewing: The park is home to various wildlife such as black bears, elk, and mountain goats.
Fun Fact: The Hoh Rain Forest, located in Olympic National Park, has been recognised as one of the quietest places on Earth due to its exceptionally low levels of ambient noise.
*Washington State Tourism, Visit Seattle and Port of Seattle: Jen Plahm jennifer@linkdtourism.com
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