Olympic National Park
Danger Caution See 2 current alerts
Current alerts (2)
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Danger
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact
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.
More from the park: Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact
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Caution
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
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.
More from the park: Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
Hours
Olympic National Park
| Every day | All Day |
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Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day year-round, although some roads, campgrounds and facilities are open seasonally.
Visitor centers
Kalaloch Ranger Station
Kalaloch Ranger Station
| Every day | Closed |
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Visitor information about the coast, Forks, and other areas on the west side of the Olympic Peninsula; passport stamping station, book store. Guided walks and talks are offered during the summer. Passport stamp available at the Kalaloch Lodge when closed. Open intermittently in summer from Memorial Day weekend-September 30th.
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
| Every day | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
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Coming up:
- Nov 26: Closed Thanksgiving Day (closed)
This the main park visitor center located in Port Angeles. Hours vary by season. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Olympic National Park Visitor Center
Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
| Every day | Closed |
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Exhibits, information, and passport stamp station. Wilderness Information Center. Two self-guided nature trails start near the ranger station. Ranger programs are offered during the summer.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
| Monday – Thursday | Closed |
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| Friday – Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
Visitor information, exhibits, passport stamping station, book store. Two self-guided nature trails and the Hoh River Trail start near the visitor center. Guided walks and talks are offered during the summer. Wilderness Camping Permits should be picked up at a Wilderness Information Center.
No food service is available in the Hoh Rain Forest and the closest gas station is 31 miles away.
Visitor center page on nps.gov: Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station
Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station
| Monday – Sunday | Closed |
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Temporary facility. Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge burned down in May 2023.
About this park
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. Come explore!