7+ Incredible Things to Do in Olympic National Park, WA

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Planning to visit Olympic National Park in Washington State? Great choice! It’s a must-visit for anyone on a Pacific Northwest road trip.

You might be thinking the park is all about hiking and wildlife, but there are actually some really incredible things to do in Olympic National Park – whether you’re someone looking for an action-packed adventure or a place to find solace and silence.

You’ll be surrounded by the call of the rushing rivers, shimmering lakes, cascading waterfalls, rolling surf of the Pacific Ocean, and old-growth forests that whisper their secrets.

But if you’re not sure what attractions in Olympic National Park to add to your itinerary, don’t fret. As this guide will tell you everything you need to know!

Why Visit Olympic National Park?

Like all wilderness areas, Olympic National Park is a treasure you will take home in your heart – something you can draw upon in the years to come when the pace and noise of the urban setting get too overwhelming.

The solace and stillness of the wilderness can be found here.

Welcome to Olympic National Park, Washington, is a pristine region of ancient cedar spruce trees, glacial lakes, sub-alpine meadows, mountain ranges and verdant rainforests.

And Mount Olympus, at 7,980 feet, is the tallest and most prominent mountain on the Olympic Peninsula.

The Olympics were protected as a national park in 1938 and it is internationally recognized as a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site, evidence of its diversity and rich resources. It’s one of the best national parks in the United States.

There are several different areas and places to visit in Olympic National Park found in different areas within the park boundaries. You’ll find everything from mountains, coasts, temperate rainforests, and lakes.

How to Visit Olympic National Park

You’ll need a National Park Permit to visit the different areas. You can purchase an America The Beautiful annual pass online, or a day passes at a local ranger station.

We were fortunate to have a local, Rob Taylor from 2 Travel Dads spent a day with us sharing his hidden secrets for the Olympic Peninsula or (OP) as they call it.

Rob’s local tips are mentioned throughout this guide, and in our Olympic National Park video down below.

You will need a car to visit Olympic National…