Hurricane Hill Nature Trail, Olympic National Park, Near Port Angeles, Washington

Olympic National Park
Hurricane Ridge

Hurricane Hill Nature Trail, Olympic National Park

Drive a mile or so past the visitor's center, and you'll reach the parking area for the Hurricane Hill trail. The path is paved for the entire 1.6 mile (one way) trip up the ridge.

The trail is almost flat in places, but at least two spots will strain your lungs and your leg muscles. Fortunately, the park has placed a few informational plaques along the side of the trail. Go ahead, stop and read them, act interested. Maybe no one will know you're just catching your breath.

Hurricane Hill Nature Trail, Olympic National Park

If you thought the road up to Hurricane Ridge clung tightly to the mountainside, wait 'til you see the trail. Slip off the side, and you'd easily tumble hundreds of feet downhill, with nothing but a few wind-swept pines to stop you.

Mount Olympus from Hurricane Hill Nature Trail

The entire path is essentially a mile and a half long viewpoint. Stop anywhere and take in the view of the Olympics.

Mountains Above Port Angeles

Before climbing up the final incline, you'll notice these colorful mountains in the distance. But you won't know what's behind them until you reach the top.

Tip:

As the name "Hurricane Hill" implies, it can get quite windy up here. The temperatures also drop at this high elevation, so consider taking a jacket on your hike.

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