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Olympic National Park

DangerAug 26, 2026

Crews Responding to Mount Tom Creek and Mt. Barnes Fires

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InformationAug 23, 2026

South Shore Quinault Road Washed Out Beyond Park Boundary

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DangerAug 12, 2026

Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact

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A herd of elk crossing a river.

A herd of Roosevelt Elk cross a river in Olympic.

Photo: NPS Photo/Jon Preston

About

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!

Activities

AstronomyStargazingBikingRoad BikingBoatingCampingBackcountry CampingCar or Front Country CampingHorse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)Group CampingRV CampingClimbingMountain Climbing
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Fly Fishing
Saltwater Fishing
Food
Dining
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Arts and Crafts
Volunteer Vacation
Hiking
Backcountry Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horse Camping (see also camping)
Paddling
Canoeing
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
Tubing
Snow Tubing
Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing
Downhill Skiing
Snow Play
Snowshoeing
Surfing
Swimming
Pool Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Saltwater Swimming
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Directions

You can reach Olympic National Park via the I-5 corridor or by any one of the quieter state roadways. Once you arrive on the Olympic Peninsula connect to Hwy 101 to reach any destinations in and around Olympic National Park. From Olympia: take I-5 to Hwy 101 From Tacoma: take State Route 16 to Bremerton; take State Route 3 north from Bremerton to State Route 104. From Washington/Oregon Coast connect to Hwy 101 in Aberdeen.

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Weather

Summers tend to be fair and warm, with high temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees F. July, August and September are the driest months, with heavier precipitation during the rest of the year. While winters are mild at lower elevation, snowfall can be heavy in the mountains. It is common for different weather conditions to exist within the park at the same time. At any time of year, visitors should come prepared for a variety of conditions.

News

Aug 26, 2026

Crews Extinguish Two Small Lightning Fires, Continue to Work Mt. Barnes and Mount Tom Creek Fires

Firefighters extinguished two small lightning fires in Olympic National Park on Tuesday. The Maiden 2 fire had burned 0.7 acres near a ridgeline approximately 1 mile north of Maiden Peak. A single tree fire near Deer Park Campground was also extinguished. Both fires were ignited during last weekend’s lightning storm.

Aug 12, 2026

Bat Tests Positive for Rabies at Olympic National Park

A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on August 9th. Anyone who may have had contact with a bat in the area (even if not bitten) should contact a healthcare provider and their local health department promptly to determine whether treatment is needed.

Aug 11, 2026

Sourdough Mountain Fire Extinguished, Buckets Dropped on Mount Tom Creek Fire

Fire crews extinguished the Sourdough Mountain Fire on August 10. The fire had burned less than one acre on the southern slope of Sourdough Mountain, approximately 0.5 miles below the Aurora Ridge Trail. Over the weekend, air resources responded to increased activity on the Mount Tom Creek Fire. Water buckets were dropped on the fire on Monday.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle$30.00
Entrance - Motorcycle$25.00
Entrance - Per Person$15.00
Commercial Entrance - Van$75.00