Jot Hurricane Ridge down as a must-do on your family's Olympic Peninsula bucket list. With 360 degree ridgetop views of the Olympic Mountain range, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Islands and Canada beyond - it's a breathtaking experience for everyone. Hurricane Ridge is also an easily accessible way to experience the wonder of Olympic National Park (there are ADA and stroller accessible trails that aren't too much of a challenge for mini hikers). Look out for the friendly blacktail deer, marmots and chipmunks.
Get There: Hurricane Ridge is located 17 miles south of Port Angeles. Simply turn left on Mount Angeles Rd. and drive up the hill. The Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center is just before the end of the road.
Good to Know: Hurricane Ridge is open year-round, weather permitting. In the winter, you can go snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and sledding.
Parking: A National Park entrance fee is required; $20 (valid for seven days).
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
3002 Mount Angeles Rd.
Port Angeles, Wa 98362
360-565-3130
Online: nps.gov/olym/visiting-hurricane-ridge.htm
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