Olympic National Park

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!

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WEATHER INFO

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.

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DIRECTIONS INFO

Sammamish, Washington

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Olympic

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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INFORMATION

South Shore Road Closed Outside of Park Boundary

South Shore Road – which is maintained by Jefferson County – is closed to vehicles due to a major wash-out. The Graves Creek and North Fork Trailheads and Campgrounds cannot be reached via N Shore Rd due to essential repair work that began on July 9.

CAUTION

Campfires Restricted to Existing Fire Rings

Due to dry conditions, high fire danger, and the number of interagency resources already dedicated to active incidents, campfires in Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest are restricted to established fire rings.

PARK CLOSURE

North Shore Road Construction July 9 - Sept 22, 2025

A section of N Shore Rd near mile 10.2 is closed to all traffic so crews can fortify the actively eroding road and ensure long-term access. The Quinault Ranger Station is open. Graves Creek and North Fork areas cannot be reached by S Shore Rd. See alert.

DANGER

Staircase Area Closed due to Bear Gulch Fire

The Staircase area and campground are closed due to the Bear Gulch Fire in Olympic National Forest. The fire is burning on a steep, rocky slope near the Mt. Rose Trailhead along the Lake Cushman Corridor (FS-24).

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