Paddle beneath a star-filled sky on Elevate Outdoors' Starlight Bioluminescence Kayak Tour, a magical twilight adventure on the Olympic Peninsula.

From handcrafted ice cream and fresh pastries to gourmet chocolates and local bakeries, discover where to find the sweetest treats in Port Angeles!

This Fourth of July in Port Angeles was one of those days that reminded everyone exactly why they love this town. The turnout was incredible, the energy was electric, and from start to finish, it felt like the whole community came together to celebrate something truly special; America turned 250, and Port Angeles marked the occasion in the most heartfelt way!

A new chapter is being written at one of downtown Port Angeles' most recognizable pizza spots. Dead Low Pizza Co. is bringing New York-style thin crust pizza, cold beer, and a fresh energy to First Street while continuing a tradition of creating a welcoming gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

The entire Olympic Peninsula is rich in Native American history and culture. There are eight local tribes residing on reservations along the coastal areas of the Peninsula who ceded their land back in 1855 and 1856: Lower Elwha Klallam, Jamestown S’Klallam, Port Gamble S’Klallam, Skokomish, Quinault, Hoh, Quileute, and Makah.

We’re lucky to say that Port Angeles sits snuggly between the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains, which equates to many activities and things to do revolving around watersports. Head to downtown Port Angeles where you’ll find a waterfront park, City Pier, and beaches for more water play than you ever imagined.

With nearly 1 million acres of wilderness to roam, the Olympic National Park is home to a variety of animal, bird and plant species. Some of the more common animal residents include elk, black tail deer, black bears, coyotes, marmots and mountain goats. It’s this incredible diversity—where mountains, forests, and ocean all meet—that makes the Olympic Peninsula such a special place to explore.

Freshwater and saltwater fishing in Port Angeles can be as easy as casting from the downtown city pier, taking a guided charter out to sea for the day, or fly fishing at high mountain lakes, rivers and streams. Fishing enthusiasts head to the area’s rivers and sea for some of the best fishing in Washington. Book an experienced fishing guide to help you navigate the local waters and know what’s biting where and when!

From some of Washington State’s best mountain biking trails to road cycling through the Olympic National Park, you’ll want to make a plan to to bike around the Olympic Peninsula’s largest city and see why Port Angeles is becoming one of Washington State’s most popular biking towns.

Let’s hike! From day hikes to overnight beach and mountain backpacking treks, Port Angeles is a hiker’s dream. The Port Angeles area — just outside Olympic National Park — was made for hiking. From the Pacific Ocean beaches to the mountains and everything in between, there’s a route and a view for everyone.

Keep your cool at one of the nearby lakes and rivers for a day of boating, swimming, paddling or hiking. Roam trails along the edge of the Elwha River, which made history as being one of the largest ecosystem restoration projects in National Park history when they removed the Elwha Dam.

Beaches are plentiful in Port Angeles. Explore our seaside city and the calm water bay of the Strait of Juan de Fuca ideal for tidepooling, paddle sports, scuba and fishing. Then head out to discover over 400 miles of Pacific coastline on the Peninsula.