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Olympic National Park Ready for Memorial Day Weekend; Visitors Invited to Enjoy Their Park

Nearly all Olympic National Park destinations are now open to park visitors, just in time for Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer.

“Spring is an ideal time to hike, camp, picnic, sightsee or simply relax in Olympic National Park and we invite people to come out and enjoy their park,” said Olympic National Park Superintendent Karen Gustin.

Warmer temperatures and longer, drier days bring increased park visitation, along with road construction and repair projects, several of which have been scheduled within Olympic National Park this summer.

The 12.2-mile long section of Highway 101 that skirts the south shore of Lake Crescent is scheduled for pavement repairs during the week of June 1 through 9, from 6:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. daily.  Travelers should expect delays of up to 15 minutes while the repairs are being completed.

Electronic message boards, to be placed along Highway 101 at Laird’s Corner east of the lake and Sappho on the west, will also advise motorists of an optional detour using Highways 112 and 113.

“This project will improve safety and traveler access along Lake Crescent and we ask for people’s patience and understanding during the short-term delays,” said Olympic National Park Superintendent Karen Gustin.

Staircase

The Staircase Campground remains open. Road access to the campground reopened May 14.

Dosewallips

The Dosewallips Road remains closed due to a washout outside the park boundaries in Olympic National Forest, so access to the campground is walk-in (5.5 miles) only.

Deer Park

The Deer Park campground is scheduled to open June 11, snow permitting.

Hurricane Ridge Road and Heart O’ the Hills Hurricane Ridge Road will be open daily throughout the summer season, road and weather conditions permitting. The Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center, as well as the snack bar and gift shop, are also open.

The Olympic National Park Visitor Center is currently open daily from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; and will be open 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. beginning May 28; the visitor center will also stay open until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29.

The Wilderness Information Center is open daily from 7:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Wilderness Information Center will offer expanded hours of 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29.

The Heart O’ the Hills Campground is open year-round.

Elwha Valley

All roads in the Elwha Valley are open. The Elwha Campground remains open, and the Altair Campground will open May 25.

Lake Crescent

Fairholme Campground and the Lake Crescent Lodge are now open. Log Cabin Resort is open on weekends only until June 17, when it will open seven days a week.  The Fairholme General Store will open on Friday, May 21.

Sol Duc Valley

Sol Duc Road, the Sol Duc Campground and the Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort are all open for the season.

Hoh Rain Forest & Forks Information Center The Hoh Road and campground are open. The Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center will be open daily from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. beginning this Friday, May 21.

The Park and Forest Information Center in Forks is open Thursday through Monday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and will be open daily beginning June 18.

Pacific Coast

Kalaloch, Mora and Ozette—Olympic National Park’s road-accessible coastal destinations—are now open, including all roads, campgrounds and trailheads.

Visitors hiking portions of the Pacific coast should check with the Wilderness Information Center for current trail and tide conditions. The Kalaloch Information Station will be open daily beginning Friday, May 21.

Kalaloch Lodge remains open year-round. South Beach Campground, located just south of Kalaloch, will open May 28.

Queets Valley

The Lower Queets Road is open seven miles to Matheny Creek; the Upper Queets Road is also open. Both roads are marked at their intersections with Highway 101.

The Queets Campground is open.

Quinault Rain Forest

The Quinault Loop Road, which includes the Quinault North Shore and South Shore Roads, is open.

The North Fork Road and North Fork Campground are open.  The Graves Creek Road and Campground are open.

Park Trails & Wilderness Information Center Visitors are encouraged to stop by or call the Wilderness Information Center at 360-565-3100 for current trail reports, spring hiking safety tips and trip planning suggestions.

Several feet of snow remains on the ground, beginning at elevations above 3,000 feet. Even at low elevations, hikers are reminded to use caution and be aware of downed trees, trail damage, high and swift creek crossings, and changing weather conditions.

The Olympic National Park Wilderness Information Center (WIC) is open daily from 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and will be open extra hours for the holiday weekend on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Purchase any new drysuit in stock and get a FREE Stohlquist Fleece Bunny Suit ($99 value)!!!  These full length fleece suits are perfect for layering up in cold weather or just sitting in front of the fire.  So snuggly!

Join Mac Smith on Saturday June 26th for a field trip foraging along the shore for seaweed and other edible sea life.  Afterward learn to cook what you’ve gathered into culinary delights.  Plenty of mini lectures on a variety of sea creature topics.  Go to our Kayak Instruction page for more information.

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Our Spring Sale will be April 16-25.  You can find huge savings on everything in stock including 100 kayaks from leading manufacturers including Eddyline, Necky, P&H, Venture, Emotion, Ocean Kayak, and Old Town.  Accessories include Thule and Malone Roof racks and kayak carriers, Stohlquist and Kokatat Drysuits, and much, much more.  C’mon in to check out a great selection of new and used gear!

As of April 12th the Olympic Mountains have 132% of normal snowpack which bodes well for an excellent rafting season!  With the two Elwha River dams expecting to be decommissioned next year it may be the last time to enjoy this river as we now know it.  Give us a call to book your spot today!

This month we are offering 15% off all neoprene products in stock.  Items include wetsuits, booties, gloves and pogies, and sprayskirts.  Remember to check out the Clearance Sale page below for year-round savings on lots of kayaks and accessories!  Our Spring Sale, where everything is marked down, kicks off on April 16 at the 10th Annual Port Angeles Kayak Symposium!

We are offering all in-stock NRS Diva and Foundation base layer shirts at 20% off MSRP.  All ORK logo fleece jackets, hoodies and vest are $10 off.  Check out the Clearance Sale page for other great deals!

Waterfall along the Elwha River

Our rafting trips start inside of Olympic National Park where you can find beautiful waterfalls like the one to your right. Olympic National Park has more then one million acres to explore and the Elwha River Valley has some of the best hiking trails to explore.

Take a great day hike and then come enjoy an afternoon of rafting with us to cool off. We look forward to see you on a trip or just stop by our shop to learn more about Olympic National Park.