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Discover insider tips, hidden gems, and seasonal inspiration to help you make the most of your Port Angeles getaway.
Sightseeing
If you’re short on time during your stay in Port Angeles, we’ve highlighted a few of the top sights you should definitely see! This is the shortlist of some of our top picks of activities when visiting the Port Angeles area and the Olympic Peninsula for the first time.
Day Trips
Make Port Angeles your hub as you day trip your way across the Olympic Peninsula region. Easy day trips from Port Angeles include Victoria, B.C. Canada, the Hoh Rainforest, Cape Flattery, Port Townsend, and even a Culinary Loop.
Where to Stay in Port Angeles: Best Hotels & Motels for Every Trip
Port Angeles isn’t just the gateway to Olympic National Park — it’s a destination in its own right. From waterfront views to quiet mountain-edge motels, there’s a wide range of hotel experiences that make this seaside town a smart basecamp for exploring the coast, forests, and iconic ridge views.
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.
Winter Adventures from Snow to Sand
In chilly winter months, Port Angeles provides an escape to explore enchanted beaches, snowy peaks and a charming downtown. The Olympic Mountain Range keeps much of the wintry rain to the west, so you can have a full day of adventures.
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.
Road Trip from Portland or Seattle to Olympic National Park
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.
Wine & Waterfalls: A Weekend to Love on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula
Grab someone you love spending time with and head to the Olympic Peninsula for a WEEKEND TO LOVE filled with hiking to gorgeous waterfalls and wine tasting at a handful of craft wineries throughout the Olympic Peninsula!
Top Holiday Events on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula
Celebrate the holidays in Port Angeles with sparkling lights, seaside strolls, snowy escapes at Hurricane Ridge, and festive events full of small-town charm.