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Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail: Hike to Striped Peak Falls Near Port Angeles
Exploring waterfalls around the Olympic Peninsula and the Olympic National Park is nothing short of enchanting. The lush jungle-like Olympic Mountains forest, jagged sea cliffs and wild rivers all contribute to the backdrop around rushing falls. Discover Striped Peak Falls, one of the 20+ waterfalls the Olympic Peninsula has to offer and part of the official Waterfall Trail in Washington state.
Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail: Hike to Marymere Falls Near Port Angeles
Time to venture out and gush over a waterfall gem along the Olympic Peninsula Waterfall Trail. There are more than 20 waterfalls to explore, ranging from easy hikes with accessible trail access to hidden falls you have to work a little harder to see. Marymere Falls is a short-ish but stunning hike in Port Angeles, Washington.
The Best Beaches Near The Olympic National Park
Explore Port Angeles beaches from downtown shores to wild Olympic National Park coastline, with tidepools, sea stacks, wildlife, and unforgettable views.
The Best Hikes to Watch the Sunset In & Around the Olympic National Park
From alpine meadows to rugged coastline, explore the best sunset hikes in Port Angeles and Olympic National Park with scenic trails, wildlife sightings, and sweeping views at every turn.
Beach Hikes Near Port Angeles, Washington
Wander driftwood-lined shores and hidden coves near Port Angeles, where tidepools shimmer, sea stacks rise from the surf, and every trail leads to a new coastal surprise.
Bike the Olympic Discovery Trail
The Olympic Discovery Trail, a mostly paved multi-use path for biking, walking, horseback riding and running, extends from Port Townsend to Forks. Cruise by coastlines, rivers, streams, sapphire lakes and backwoods beaches. From downtown Port Angeles (start at the Red Lion Hotel) pedal out to Ediz Hook for sea, city, and mountain vistas.
Madison Falls in Port Angeles, Washington
Size Up 8 Gargantuan Trees on the Olympic Peninsula
If lollygagging among giant trees is on your bucket list, then head to the Olympic Peninsula where you’ll find the highest number of gargantuan trees contained into the smallest area in the whole wide world. The Olympic Peninsula’s rainforests are hiding some straight up giants among the moss, ferns, verdant valleys and swirling streams.
Hiking and Biking the Spruce Railroad Trail
Hike or Bike to Devil’s Punchbowl on Lake Crescent along the Spruce Railroad Trail, a historic railroad trail on the Olympic Peninsula!
Top of the World on the Deer Park Road Trail
Get Unforgettable Views (and Access to Dozens of Hiking Trails) at the Top of Deer Park Road in Olympic National Park. Climb 5,800+ feet above sea level on a windy gravel road (oversized vehicles and motorhomes are not recommended) for 360 degree views of mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca from the top of Blue Mountain. Some say the views are better here than Hurricane Ridge, but you have to work harder to get to them.
Fall Leaf Peeping in the Olympic National Park and Around the Olympic Peninsula
Get Unforgettable Views (and Access to Dozens of Hiking Trails) at the Top of Deer Park Road in Olympic National Park! Climb 5,800+ feet above sea level on a windy gravel road (oversized vehicles and motorhomes are not recommended) for 360 degree views of mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca from the top of Blue Mountain. Some say the views are better here than Hurricane Ridge, but you have to work harder to get to them.
Road Trip to the Olympic National Park for the Epic Workcation
Pack up the rig with a weeks' worth of clothing (maybe even 2 or 3 weeks), your outdoor gear, and the laptop then head to the Olympic National Park for the opportunity to work remotely from one of the coolest outdoorsy spots in the Pacific Northwest. Port Angeles, Washington is the epicenter for miles of mountain-top trails in Olympic National Park and the Olympic Peninsula for any time treks to mountain peaks, lovely lakes, ancient rainforest, and wild ocean seashores.