5 days in Olympic National Park Itinerary

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Olympic National Park: Quinault (Merriman Falls & Quinault Big Spruce Tree). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Lake Crescent, hike along Sol Duc Falls, delve into the lush surroundings at Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center, and take a memorable drive along Hurricane Ridge.

For ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Olympic National Park trip planner.

Seattle to Olympic National Park is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Seattle in August, with highs in Olympic National Park at 72°F and lows at 53°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can travel back home.