Olympic National Park Camping Map

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Ready to take your home away from home into the park? Olympic National Park is an excellent place for RV camping, with options ranging from oceanfront perches to deep rainforest refuges. Heres what you need to know before you hit the road.

RV campsites run by the national park are fairly rustic, with fire pits and picnic tables but without water or electrical hookups or showers. Youll have the easiest time finding sites for RVs that are 21 feet long or smaller, though there are options for rigs up to 35 feet long. All sites are first-come, first-served , so arrive early, especially in summer.

Olympic National Park Camping Regulations

Per the National Park Service:

• Pets are permitted on a leash in campgrounds, picnic areas, and parking lots Rialto Beach and the Kalaloch beaches and Peabody Creek, Madison Falls, and Spruce Railroad trails only. Pets are prohibited in park buildings, all other trails, and in the wilderness. Pet excrement must be collected and put in trash receptacles.
• Feeding wildlife is prohibited for animal health and your safety
• Hunting or disturbing wildlife is prohibited in national parks
• All fireworks and explosives are prohibited in the park
• Visitors may possess firearms in the park in compliance with Washington State regulations. All firearms use, including target shooting and hunting, is prohibited within the park
• Per site limit is 8 people, wheels must be on the pavement where available
• The camping limit is 14 consecutive days in the park per year Kalaloch Campground, Mora Campground, and Hoh Campground limit is 7 days during the reservation window through peak season
• Campground quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
• Checkout time is 11:00 a.m.
• Vehicle camping is only allowed in authorized campgrounds in the park.

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Olympic National Park Camping Reservations

As of 2022, only four campgrounds require reservations: Fairholme, Hoh, Kalaloch, and Mora. Sol Duc Resort and Log Cabin Resort both accept reservations, but they are not required.

Reservations can be made at Recreation.gov for all campgrounds except Log Cabin Resort. They only accept reservations by phone at 888-896-3818. Reservations can be made 6 months in advance at 10 a.m. EST.

All other Olympic National Park campgrounds are first-come, first-served. You should claim these sites by mid-morning before they fill.

Olympic National Park First Come First Served Camping

My family is looking at a camping trip to Olympic national Park July 30-Aug 4. We are thinking of staying along the coast between the Hoh and Quanalt Reservations. We would be arriving Monday July 30 around 430pm trying to get a first come first served camping spot with our 2 dogs. Are we better off arriving Tuesday early? We have never been there and have no idea what to expect on a Monday afternoon in July.

Do you actually mean literally between the Hoh and Quinault? If you do your only options are Kalaloch or South Beach. Kalaloch being the only campgrounds on the Westside to take reservations should be full booked. I guess you could try and see if there is a cancellation. South Beach has a few campsites among RVs. I camped there once in October and actually had a fantastic spot on the Ocean. I would never personally try camping there in Summer

Here is the problem. If you were to gamble with going to South Beach and no one leaves than you have no other options.

It is not a good idea to take dogs to ONP. They are not allowed on most of the trails. Campgrounds have been packed this summer, and 4:30 pm is awfully late in the day for a first-come-first-served site.

Good luck!!

I was thinking this location because of the dog friendliness. Can you offer other locations I should Target in the park? I will keep an eye on reservations, looking for someone to cancel.

Edited: 4 years ago

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Olympic National Park Map

Waterproof Tear-Resistant Topographic Map

Olympic National Park encompasses four distinctly different ecosystems in its nearly one million acres. National Geographic’s Trails Illustrated map of Olympic National Park offers outdoors enthusiasts a valuable tool for exploring the park’s old-growth forests, glaciers, untamed rivers, and rugged coastline. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, this map features key areas of…

Olympic National Park encompasses four distinctly different ecosystems in its nearly one million acres. National Geographic’s Trails Illustrated map of Olympic National Park offers outdoors enthusiasts a valuable tool for exploring the park’s old-growth forests, glaciers, untamed rivers, and rugged coastline. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management agencies, this map features key areas of interest including Mount Olympus, Ozette Lake, Olympic National Forest, Lake Quinalt, Mount Skokomish Wilderness, Hurricane Ridge, Lake Crescent, and more.

Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on “Backcountry Tough” waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.

Paid Campgrounds Outside Of Olympic

I could probably right a 5,000 word overview highlighting all the paid campgrounds around Olympic National Park, but a quick run down will have to suffice. Olympic National Forest has 17 campgrounds priced between $5-20, only 3 of which accept reservations â Coho Campground, Falls Creek Campground, Willaby Campground. The Lake Cushman Campground is one of the top campgrounds in Washington and one of the largest in the Olympic Peninsula with over 100 sites. Itâs located on the shores of a lake, has full RV hookups, a host of amenities, and accepts reservations. Other potential locations to consider include Bogachiel State Park and Salt Creek Recreation Area while RVers should look at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.

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Three Day Itinerary: What To Explore

Day 1

Travel to Kalaloch

• From Seattle, the drive to Kalaloch via Tacoma is about 3.5 hours. From Port Angeles, the drive is about 2 hours.

Explore Kalaloch

• After checking into your campsite, head north and begin at Kalaloch Beach 4 to explore the tidepools there. Keep in mind that the tidepools should be visited during low tide, so you may need to adjust this agenda based on the tide charts. While exploring, see if you can find colorful anemones, sea stars, sea urchins, and other marine invertebrates. Donât forget to wear non-slip, closed toed shoes that can get wet. Check out these resources on how to visit and explore tidepools before heading out. National Park Service rangers offer educational programs throughout the year, including tidepool walks at locations such as Beach 4, Rialto Beach, and Moraâs Hole in the Wall. Check the schedule of ranger-led program offerings before visiting.
• Head back to the campground and walk the Kalaloch Creek Nature Trail . Look for bald eagles, kingfishers, and river otters near the creek.
• Visit the Tree of Life, located within the campground.

Enjoy Seclusion

• After enjoying a nice meal at your campsite, safely build a beach fire with local driftwood and make s’mores while taking in the star-filled sky. Check with park rangers or the Olympic National Park website to make sure there isnât a fire ban in place during your visit.

Get Into Your Sanctuary

Day 2

Backcountry Surfing

Flattery Rocks

Explore Native American Culture

Day 3

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Where To Stay In The Park

There are 15 campgrounds in Olympic National Park. Most are first-come, first-served campgrounds best suited to tents and small vans .

Fairholme, Kalaloch, Mora, and the Hoh Rain Forest are the only park-operated campgrounds that accept reservations . Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort RV Park & Campground also offers reservations at recreation.gov, and Log Cabin Resort RV & Campground offers reservations by phone only . All other campgrounds are first-come, first-served.

Note that most campgrounds have a maximum vehicle length of 21 feet. Some allow RVs up to 35 feet long in select sites, including: Heart O the Hills, Hoh, Kalaloch, Log Cabin, Mora, Sol Duc, South Beach, and Staircase.

Most campgrounds have no water or electrical hookups. Sol Duc and Log Cabin, both concessionaire-operated, are the only exceptions. Only Log Cabin offers showers and laundry facilities.

For more information and reservations, visit the NPS website here.

Olympic Trail And Detail Maps

The Olympic wilderness is huge, so if youre doing overnight backpacking youll need something more detailed than the free maps posted below. The National Geographic Trails Illustrated map covers most of the park in much more detail than youll find in the free ones. Even better are the Custom Correct maps, but they are so detailed they only cover small areas, so you may need a few to cover your exact backcountry route.

North

This is a detail map of the Hurricane Ridge area south of Port Angeles one of the most popular destinations in Olympic National Park for its amazing views of Mount Olympus and other mountain peaks.

Here is a Hurricane Ridge winter map , showing the ski and snowshoe trails, downhill ski area, and winter road closures. It also includes topo lines so you can get a sense for elevation gain on the trails.

This is the Heart O the Hills map , showing the five loops of the Heart O The Hills Campground and hiking trails located along the Hurricane Ridge Road south of Port Angeles.

Here is an Elwha River map , showing the facilities and campgrounds located along the river, including the former dam sites. Check with the park for the latest info about campground closures.

This map of the Lake Crescent area shows the points of interest in the northern part of Olympic National Park where US 101 parallels Lake Crescent: picnic areas, hiking trails, camping, and so on.

Coast

Rainforest

Southeast

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Elwha Ecosystem Restoration Project

The Elwha Ecosystem Restoration Project is the second-largest ecosystem restoration project in the history of the National Park Service after the Everglades. It consisted of removing the 210-foot Glines Canyon Dam and draining its reservoir, Lake Mills and removing the 108-foot Elwha Dam and its reservoir Lake Aldwell from the Elwha River. Upon removal, the park will revegetate the slopes and river bottoms to prevent erosion and speed up ecological recovery. The primary purpose of this project is to restore anadromous stocks of Pacific Salmon and steelhead to the Elwha River, which have been denied access to the upper 65 miles of river habitat for more than 95 years by these dams. Removal of the dams was completed in 2014.

Olympic National Park & Forest Recreation Map

Description:

Covering the Olympic Peninsula, including the Olympic National Park and Forest areas, this topographic recreation map highlights all the access roads, multi-use trails for hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, cross-country skiers and snowshoers, motorized trails for ORVers and snowmobiles, fishing lakes and rivers, recreation areas, campgrounds, day-use areas, viewpoints, backcountry campsites, backcountry huts and cabins and more. No other map for the area provides you with this level of recreational or value added information in one place. Special features include federal BLM, regional and DNR state owned land, private land and national forests, countless roads, trails and recreational Points of Interest. Using 1:24,000-1:66,000 scale water and road data, this map covers 8,493 square miles and includes Clallam Bay, Forks, Hoodsport, Jamestown, La Push, Neah Bay, Port Angeles, Norwood, Oil City, Ozette, Sequim, Skokomish, Olympic National Park & Forest, and much more!Get a printed version of this map at www.backroadmapbooks.com

Price: $ 4.99 USD

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Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary And Olympic National Park

Encompassing nearly 1 million acres, Olympic National Park protects a vast wilderness of glacier-capped mountains, temperate rainforest, wildflower valleys, and dramatic coastlines that overlook Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. A variety of marine life live within or visit the waters of the sanctuary, including more than 300 species of fish, more than 100 species of seabirds and shorebirds, 29 species of marine mammals, and a growing list of invertebrates and marine algae. These areas offer a taste of adventure for everyone, ranging from tidepooling to snorkeling in kelp forests, or hiking through towering evergreen forests and camping out on nearly pristine beaches. While visiting, remember that the Olympic Coast is fragile. If we all care for it, we can preserve its wildness and magnificence for future generations.

Log Cabin Resort Rv & Campground

Log Cabin Resort offers a variety of campsites next to Lake Crescent including full hook-up RV sites, group tent camping , bike-in tent sites, and ADA tent sites.

• 2022 Season: May 20 – September 25
• Please call 888-896-3818 to reserve a tent camping or RV site.
• Sites and Fees: 38 total sites, $25-$44 per night depending on campsite and amenities
• RVs: Sites for up to 35 feet. RV sites offer full hookups with electricity and sewer.
• Facilities: Restrooms with flush toilets and showers potable water laundry.
• More information on amenities and the check-in process is available on the Log Cabin Resort website.

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Whens The Best Time To Visit Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year-round. Some roads close seasonally, however, as do several campgrounds and other park facilities.

Fall foliage starts to turn in September and draws many visitors, as do early-season wildflower blooms in June. Hurricane Ridge offers snow play from late December to late March. Winter weather is milder at lower elevations, and rain and wind often lash the coast during the winter, offering inspiration for those willing to brave the elements.

Dramatic changes in elevation within the parkfrom sea level at the coast to the summit of 7,980-foot Mount Olympuscan reflect big differences in weather conditions from one region to another, so come prepared for warm, cold, and wet conditions no matter what season you visit.

Hurricane Ridge is the parks top all-season destination, offering summertime walking and hiking and wintertime snowshoeing and skiing with an impressive mountain backdrop.

Olympic Map From The Park Brochures

This is the main Olympic National Park map showing roads, trails, campgrounds, rivers, peaks, and visitor services. Click the image to view a full size JPG or .

This Olympic regional map shows the surrounding roads and communities and can help you plan your trip logistics as you arrive from Seattle or another major town.

The full park map is also available as a high-quality art poster print from the NPMaps Olympic store.

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Planning A Trip To Olympic National Park

With insider tips from real park rangers

Glacier-capped peaks, rugged ocean beaches, lush rain forests, and old-growth temperate forests are among the diverse charms of Olympic National Park, ancestral home of the Quileute people and a sanctuary for rare trees, abundant birds, and Roosevelt elk.

Encompassing nearly a million acres, most of it wilderness, Olympic National Park is a park meant to be seen on foot, not from the window of a car. There are no designated scenic drives, and while the roadside mountain views from Hurricane Ridge, at Lake Crescent, and the ocean panorama north of Kalaloch are impressive, you need to hit the trails to enjoy the best of this majestic national park.

Pin Our Guide To Camping In Olympic National Park

The different campgrounds in Olympic National Park cater to a variety of camping needs and preferences. Whether youre looking for an RV campsite with all the amenities, or youre happy roughing it in a primitive campsite without any running water, theres something for everyone in this park.

With so much natural beauty to take in, from rainforest trails to rushing riverside camping, its hard not to love spending time camping in Olympic National Park!

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Where To Eat In And Around Olympic National Park

Kalaloch Lodge and Quinault Lodge offer dining year-round inside the park, and you can also get a hot meal or cold drink at Lake Crescent Lodge, Log Cabin Resort, or Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort during the summer. Theres also a café at Hurricane Ridge thats open in summer and in winter when the road is open.

Outside the park, a wide variety of restaurants are found in Port Angeles year-round, with a more limited menu of options in Forks and La Push, including:

Next Door Gastropub: This Port Angeles restaurant is a popular gathering place for small plates and local beer.

Sullys Drive In: Classic small-town burger joint in Forks with eat-in and takeout service.

Rivers Edge Restaurant: Set on the banks of Quillayute River in La Push, this restaurant serves three meals daily, including fresh local salmon served traditional style by members of the Quileute Tribe, which owns the place.