{"id":"nps-olym","slug":"olympic-national-park","name":"Olympic National Park","designation":"National Park","category":"national-park","categoryLabel":"National Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"OLYM","designation":"National Park","sourceId":"nps-olym"}],"states":["WA"],"stateNames":["Washington"],"location":{"lat":47.80392754,"lon":-123.6663848},"bbox":[-124.7715,47.4697,-123.1205,48.3829],"acres":{"value":918105,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"With its incredible range of precipitation and elevation, diversity is the hallmark of Olympic National Park. Encompassing nearly a million acres, the park protects a vast wilderness, thousands of years of human history, and several distinctly different ecosystems, including glacier-capped mountains, old-growth temperate rain forests, and over 70 miles of wild coastline. 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922,650 acres today, home to the largest fully wild herd of Roosevelt elk in the Pacific Northwest.","sources":[{"name":"Proclamation 869 in Theodore Roosevelt’s Executive Orders and Proclamations","url":"https://executiveactions.labs.trlibrary.com/document.html?id=proc-869"},{"name":"Act of June 29, 1938, 52 Stat. 1241; National Park Service"}],"dataset":"executiveactions","reviewed":true}],"trTypes":["protected","executive-action"],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=48.3829&b_tl_lng=-124.7715&b_br_lat=47.4697&b_br_lng=-123.1205","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Olympic%20National%20Park","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7B1DB4-1DD8-B71B-0B9DFEFDD398DB71.jpg","title":"Roosevelt Elk","alt":"A herd of elk crossing a river.","caption":"A herd of Roosevelt Elk cross a river in Olympic.","credit":"NPS Photo/Jon Preston","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7B20CD-1DD8-B71B-0B9ACC145EFE6B99.jpg","title":"Tide Pools of the Olympic Coast","alt":"Orange sea stars on a rocky coast.","caption":"Ocher sea stars rest on the rocks during a low tide on one of Olympic's beaches.","credit":"NPS Photo/Bill Baccus","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7B1C43-1DD8-B71B-0B40240896925A49.jpg","title":"Mountain Sunset","alt":"Hikers sit and watch the sun set behind snow-capped mountains.","caption":"Backpackers stop to enjoy a spectacular sunset in Olympic's high country.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7B1F36-1DD8-B71B-0B367264CE3B4EE8.jpg","title":"Hurricane Ridge","alt":"Fresh snow atop the Olympic Mountains.","caption":"A fresh layer of snow covers Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic Mountains.","credit":"NPS Photo/Dave Turner","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C7B1A8C-1DD8-B71B-0B15D930BD8214F5.jpg","title":"Olympic Forest","alt":"Large trees and ferns","caption":"Large trees and ferns inhabit the temperate forests of Olympic.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Astronomy","Stargazing","Biking","Road Biking","Boating","Camping","Backcountry Camping","Car or Front Country Camping","Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)","Group Camping","RV Camping","Climbing","Mountain Climbing","Fishing","Freshwater Fishing","Fly Fishing","Saltwater Fishing","Food","Dining","Picnicking","Guided Tours","Self-Guided Tours - Auto","Hands-On","Citizen Science","Arts and Crafts","Volunteer Vacation","Hiking","Backcountry Hiking","Front-Country Hiking","Horse Trekking","Horse Camping (see also camping)","Paddling","Canoeing","Kayaking","Junior Ranger Program","Tubing","Snow Tubing","Skiing","Cross-Country Skiing","Downhill Skiing","Snow Play","Snowshoeing","Surfing","Swimming","Pool Swimming","Freshwater Swimming","Saltwater Swimming","Wildlife Watching","Birdwatching","Park Film","Museum Exhibits","Shopping","Bookstore and Park Store","Gift Shop and Souvenirs"],"topics":["Archeology","Colonization and Settlement","Dams","Explorers and Expeditions","Maritime","Coastal Defenses","Lighthouses","Ships and Shipwrecks","Native American Heritage","Westward Expansion","Homesteading","Animals","Birds","Cats (wild)","Elk","Fish","Climate Change","Coasts, Islands and Atolls","Fire","Forests and Woodlands","Coniferous Forests","Deciduous Forests","Rainforest","Geology","Geothermal","Hot Springs","Glaciers","Lakes","Mountains","Natural Sounds","Night Sky","Astronomy","Oceans","Whales","River and Riparian","Scenic Views","Trails","Unique Species","Rare","Endangered","Waterfalls","Wilderness"],"fees":[{"title":"Entrance - Private Vehicle","cost":"30.00","description":"Valid for seven consecutive days. Applies to private, non-commercial vehicles (15 passenger capacity or less). The pass covers all vehicle occupants."},{"title":"Entrance - Motorcycle","cost":"25.00","description":"Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers."},{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"Valid for seven consecutive days. This fee admits one person without a vehicle, including hikers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Individuals fifteen years or younger are admitted free of charge."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Van","cost":"75.00","description":"A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus","cost":"100.00","description":"A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service."},{"title":"Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach","cost":"200.00","description":"A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"55.00","description":"The Olympic National Park Annual Pass costs $55 and is good for entry into the park for one year from the month of purchase. Passes can be purchased at Olympic National Park visitor centers and entrance stations."}],"hours":[{"name":"Olympic National Park","description":"Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day year-round, although some roads, campgrounds and facilities are open seasonally.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"You can reach Olympic National Park via the I-5 corridor or by any one of the quieter state roadways. Once you arrive on the Olympic Peninsula connect to Hwy 101 to reach any destinations in and around Olympic National Park. From Olympia: take I-5 to Hwy 101 From Tacoma: take State Route 16 to Bremerton; take State Route 3 north from Bremerton to State Route 104. From Washington/Oregon Coast connect to Hwy 101 in Aberdeen.","weatherInfo":"Summers tend to be fair and warm, with high temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees F. July, August and September are the driest months, with heavier precipitation during the rest of the year. While winters are mild at lower elevation, snowfall can be heavy in the mountains. It is common for different weather conditions to exist within the park at the same time. At any time of year, visitors should come prepared for a variety of conditions.","contacts":{"phone":"3605653130","email":"olym_visitor_center@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center","description":"Located in the Hoh Rain Forest. The visitor center is open daily during the summer and intermittently during the winter. Educational exhibits and informational brochures available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":47.86086245157094,"lon":-123.93479170615859},{"name":"Olympic National Park Visitor Center","description":"This is the main Visitor Center and Wilderness Information Center for Olympic National Park. Park staff are available daily at the visitor center, and by phone (360-565-3130) or email. Restrooms are available during the day.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":48.09941135594742,"lon":-123.42575660012108},{"name":"Kalaloch Ranger Station","description":"CLOSED for the year. See you in 2027! Kalaloch Ranger Station is open daily during the summer and closed the rest of the year. Educational exhibits, informational brochures, a small sales area, and restrooms are available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":47.602878078471015,"lon":-124.36967655606401},{"name":"Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station","description":"CLOSED for the year. See you in 2027! Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station is open Thursdays-Mondays during the summer and closed during the rest of the year. Educational exhibits and informational brochures available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":47.504958647694224,"lon":-123.82085380179683},{"name":"Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station","description":"While the historic Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge was destroyed in a fire, the small but mighty Visitor Contact Station is here to help! While rangers are present to answer questions during open hours in summer, please be aware there is no indoor space for visitors or running water available.","url":"","lat":47.96969053085606,"lon":-123.49659562110901}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"Fairholme Campground","description":"Neighboring Lake Crescent, Fairholme includes lakeside campsites and a nearby boat launch.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/lake-crescent-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/259084","sites":88},{"name":"Graves Creek Campground","description":"Located in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/east-fork-quinault-river-trail.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":30},{"name":"Hoh Campground","description":"Surround yourself with moss and ancient trees in this temperate rain forest. Hoh campground offers summer ranger programs and some riverside campsites along the Hoh River. Reservations in summer, first come first served the rest of the year.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/hoh-rain-forest-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":"http://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247592","sites":78},{"name":"Kalaloch Campround","description":"Oceanside camp at Kalaloch with some sites overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Online reservations accepted for peak season. Check recreation.gov for current season dates. All sites are first-come, first-served in off season.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/kalaloch-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232464","sites":170},{"name":"Heart O' the Hills Campground","description":"Surrounded by old growth forest, Heart O' the Hills offers summer ranger programs and great family fun","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/heart-o-the-hills-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":97},{"name":"Staircase Campground","description":"Camp near the Skokomish River and enjoy old-growth forest at Staircase. Summer ranger programs and riverside campsites available.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/staircase-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247586","sites":49},{"name":"South Beach Campground","description":"Positioned on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, South Beach offers panoramic ocean views and beach access.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/kalaloch-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":55},{"name":"Mora Campground","description":"Situated in a coastal forest, some sites offer views views of the Quillayute River. Mora is located two miles from Rialto Beach.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/mora-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247591","sites":94},{"name":"North Fork Campground","description":"Surrounded by temperate rain forest, this small and remote campground is a great spot for campers seeking solitude.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/quinault-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":9},{"name":"Queets Campground","description":"Relax in this secluded campground near the Queets River. This campground is only accessible from the Upper Queets River Road due to a past mudslide","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/queets-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":20},{"name":"Ozette Campground","description":"Adjacent to Lake Ozette, this small campground is great for those that enjoy lakeside camping and water activities","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/lake-ozette-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":15},{"name":"Deer Park Campground","description":"At 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not RV accessible.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/deer-park-area-brochure.htm","reservationUrl":null,"sites":14}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"olympic-national-forest","km":34},{"slug":"dungeness-national-wildlife-refuge","km":56},{"slug":"protection-island-national-wildlife-refuge","km":65},{"slug":"quillayute-needles-national-wildlife-refuge","km":69},{"slug":"copalis-national-wildlife-refuge","km":73},{"slug":"ebeys-landing-national-historical-reserve","km":86}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=olym"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.621Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Hurricane Ridge Road Closed, Sunday 11/8, 9:00am","text":"Hurricane Ridge Road is closed due to snow and ice.","url":null,"updated":"2026-11-08 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-629AAA7F-B63B-45D8-A418-13973A4486A3"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Some Roads and Campgrounds are Temporarily Closed due to Weather","text":"Storm damage has temporarily closed the Mora, Hoh, and Sol Duc Campgrounds, as well as Hoh Road, Mora Road, and Sol Duc Road. High winds from yesterday's storm brought down several trees and large branches, creating hazardous conditions. Please check current conditions before traveling.","url":null,"updated":"2026-11-08 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-D490D27B-D9BF-47BE-B033-7156D5F8DE90"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact","text":"A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on August 9th. At approximately 2 p.m., the bat swooped down onto an unidentified woman and was temporarily caught in her hair. This individual is at risk for rabies and should seek healthcare immediately, as well as contact the Mason County Health Department at 360-427-9670, ext. 405. More at the link.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/learn/news/bat-tests-positive-for-rabies-at-olympic-national-park.htm","updated":"2026-10-28 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-BD0ECF54-649B-46A7-A9B1-3C185F62D8E1"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas","text":"The Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/fire-conditions-and-updates.htm","updated":"2026-10-26 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Visitors to Rialto, Ruby Beach & Coastal Areas Cautioned Due to High Tides","text":"Fall brings higher high tides, which can be dangerous and will cover some coastal routes completely. Always consult a tide chart and map. Be wary of sneaker waves and beach logs, which tides can move unexpectedly.","url":"https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaatidepredictions.html?id=9442396","updated":"2026-10-26 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-CCD04DE7-0A8B-4543-8AB9-0903011C828B"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/olympic-national-park/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/olympic-national-park.geojson"}