Olympic National Park Day Tour from Seattle

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Seattle (Pass by)

  various landmarks as we pick folks up.

  Admission ticket free
• 1
  Washington State Ferries

  Washington state has the largest ferry system in the country connecting islands and the Kitsap peninsula with the Seattle area. great views on the way to Bainbridge Island. there is a galley for breakfast and coffee. Art. restrooms.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  a quaint island in view of Seattle. Winslow the main town and a fast transition from urban to rural.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  a charming old lumber town with distinctive northeast architecture.

  Admission ticket free
• Hood Canal Floating Bridge (Pass by)

  one of the world's longest floating bridges and a good opportunity to see porpoises in Puget Sound.

  Admission ticket free
• 2
  Jamestown S'Klallam Reservation

  This is where we stop for food. The Longhouse deli- full-service deli, souvenirs and everything you will need to snack on for the day. restrooms.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  The Gateway to the Olympics. a town mentioned in the twilight series.

  Admission ticket free
• 3
  Hurricane Ridge

  breath taking views of mountains and the sea. we hike here about a mile along a ridgeline. a 5 star attraction in the park.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Salt Creek Recreation Area

  Optional stop depending on the tide: Sea-stack and tide pools with a great beach. If tide or time tables are not conducive to stop at Salt Creek Recreation Area a stop at Dungeness Spit will replace it. Dungeness spit is also a great beach and wildlife sanctuary. Hike and enjoy.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• Lake Crescent (Pass by)

  A gorgeous, glacier carved lake that is so clear you pear deep in the lake. A national park lodge is located here and a nice place to relax if not going on a hike to Marymere Falls and old growth trees. Kayaks and other boats are available to rent if you choose not to hike.

  Admission ticket free
• 5
  Lake Crescent

  Unusually crystal, clear lake with trails through old growth forest to Marymere Falls.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Sol Duc Falls

  Optional park stop. Fall is most likely time to stop. A very pretty waterfall, old growth forest with with areas exhibiting temperate rain forest. Seasonal Salmon runs too, in autumn. hiking or if you bring your swimsuit you can soak in hot springs.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Dungeness Recreation Area

  Optional Stop: If tide or time tables are not conducive to stop at Salt Creek Recreation Area a stop at Dungeness Spit will replace it. Dungeness spit is also a great beach and wildlife sanctuary. Hike and enjoy.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 8
  Elwah River

  optional stops depending the day, waterfalls, big trees, the largest dam removal and wildlife rehabilitation project in the world.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Washington State Ferries

  We go back to Seattle by ferry and after a long day we often see the sunset over the waters. Seeing Seattle loom larger and larger is a great way to end the day. They serve beer and Ivars's clam chowder as well on board.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Recommended for travelers that can walk a minimum of 6 miles and walk over uneven surfaces.
• Beach areas have uneven surfaces and it is recommended to bring walking sticks if you lose balance easily or have issues with hips, knees or ankles.
• Bring extra socks, and waterproof hiking boots are recommended. bring layers of clothing as we go to mountains, beaches and forests all in one day and temperature and weather conditions vary.

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