Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

4.0
(38 reviews)

5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Where but Olympic National Park can you find beaches, mountains, and rainforest in one place? This self-guided tour takes you through the most beautiful sites in this one-of-a-kind park. Cruise along the shores of a glacial lake, embark on hikes through lush old-growth forests, & take in views from lofty mountain vistas—all while hearing about the fascinating history of this landscape! Also included are bonus tours of Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rainforest, and coastal beaches.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Park Passes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Olympic National Park Visitor Center

Begin from Olympic National Park Visitor Center, 3002 Mt Angeles Rd. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

End point
Sol Duc Trailhead

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Olympic National Park Visitor Center

    Olympic National Park is a United States national park located in the State of Washington on the Olympic Peninsula. The park has four regions: the Pacific coastline, alpine areas, the west-side temperate rainforest, and the forests of the drier east side. The park has three distinct ecosystems: a subalpine forest and wildflower meadow, a temperate forest, and the rugged Pacific coast. Note: The tour is over 43+ miles long, with more than 33+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Madison Falls Trailhead

    Madison Creek Falls is located within the Olympic National Park near the Elwha River, west of Port Angeles, Washington. The falls are about 50 feet high and have a light flow in a horsetail shape. Another higher fall is located above the first but is entirely inaccessible. The paved trail to the falls is concise (less than 100 meters) and wheelchair accessible.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Elwha River

    The Elwha River is a 45-mile (72 km) river on the Olympic Peninsula in the U.S. state of Washington. From its source at Elwha snow finger in the Olympic Mountains, it generally flows north to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Most of the river's course is within the Olympic National Park.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Glines Canyon Dam Overlook (eastside)

    Glines Canyon Dam, also known as Upper Elwha Dam, built in 1927, was a 210-foot (64 m) high concrete arch dam built on the Elwha River within Olympic National Park, Clallam County, Washington.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Lake Sutherland

    Lake Sutherland is located on the Olympic Peninsula about 17 miles (27 km) west of Port Angeles, Washington. The lake is located just to the east of Lake Crescent. Lake Sutherland drains into Indian Creek, a tributary of the Elwha River.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Lake Crescent (Pass by)

    Lake Crescent is a deep lake located entirely within Olympic National Park in Clallam County, Washington, United States, approximately 17 miles (27 km) west of Port Angeles on U.S. Route 101 and nearby to the small community of Piedmont.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Marymere Falls Trailhead

    Marymere Falls is located in Olympic National Park near Lake Crescent in Washington, United States.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Meldrim Point

    Meldrim Point is a cape in Washington. Meldrim Point is situated nearby to Ovington and Lake Crescent

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Sol Duc Valley

    The Sol Duc Valley is located in the northwest region of the park.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Rialto Beach (Pass by)

    Rialto Beach is a public beach located on the Pacific Ocean in Washington state.

    Admission ticket free
  • Forks Timber Museum (Pass by)

    The Forks Timber Museum is an American museum in Forks, Clallam County , Washington. Dedicated to forestry in this region of the Olympic Peninsula, it is close to the local tourist office.

    Admission ticket free
  • Bogachiel State Park (Pass by)

    Bogachiel State Park is a 127-acre (51 ha) public recreation area on the Bogachiel River four miles (6.4 km) south of the city of Forks on Highway 101 in Clallam County, Washington.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hoh Rain Forest (Pass by)

    Hoh Rainforest is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S., located on the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state. It includes 24 miles (39 km) of low-elevation forest, 394 to 2,493 feet (120 to 760 m) along the Hoh River. The Hoh River valley was formed thousands of years ago by glaciers.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hoh Rain Forest (Pass by)

    Hoh Rainforest is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S., located on the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state. It includes 24 miles (39 km) of low-elevation forest and 394 to 2,493 feet (120 to 760 m) along the Hoh River. The Hoh River valley was formed thousands of years ago by glaciers

    Admission ticket free
  • Ruby Beach (Pass by)

    Like virtually all beaches on the northern coast, Ruby Beach has a tremendous amount of driftwood. It is notable for the number of sea stacks there.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hurricane Ridge (Pass by)

    Hurricane Ridge is a mountainous area in Washington's Olympic National Park.

    Admission ticket free
  • Lake Angeles Trailhead (Pass by)

    Beautiful trail for a hike with a gorgeous reward at the end.

    Admission ticket free
  • Morse Creek Overlook (Pass by)

    An absolutely must-see viewpoint at Hurricane Ridge Road

    Admission ticket free
  • Switchback Trailhead (Pass by)

    A Rewarding Vigorous Hike - Gorgeous Views On Top!

    Admission ticket free
  • Hurricane Hill Trailhead (Pass by)

    This short alpine hike offers expansive vistas of the Olympics and wildlife and wildflowers and provides an excellent family outing.

    Admission ticket free
  • Elwha River Observation Area (Pass by)

    Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the area, such as hiking, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching. The area is home to a variety of animals, including black bears, bald eagles, and salmon.

    Admission ticket free
  • La Poel (Pass by)

    If you hear the name "La Poel," you may immediately think of a little hamlet or village, but it might also refer to a large park, a cultural landmark, or perhaps somewhere completely else.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
  • How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
  • Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
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