One section crosses a steep landslide.Ĭlimbs steeply up rocky terrain through old growth forest to Aurora Ridge.Ĭlimbs up to Aurora Ridge through old growth forest only first 4 miles maintained.

This trail has entrances at the top of Loop B and the campground access road.Ĭlimbs steeply to a World War II spotting tower with views of the lake. Accessible paved extension leads west on the Olympic Discovery Trail. 345 South Shore Road, Quinault, WA 98575 PO Box 7, Quinault, WA 98575 888.896.3818 Lake Crescent Lodge, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, and Log Cabin Resort are managed by Aramark, an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service. Paved, accesssible trail hugging the north shore of Lake Crescent on an old railroad bed including two historic railroad tunnels. Self-guided nature trail through forest and by the lake, accessible with assistance. The lake is very cold and deep always wear life jackets on the water. Safety: Please respect the speed limit on the winding roads. Alcohol and glass are not permitted on public beaches. Pets must be kept on a 6 foot or shorter leash. Regulations: Pets and bicycles are not permitted on trails, except on the Spruce Railroad Trail. Starting 206.5 Book Now Lodge Rooms - 2 Queens Located on the waterfront, adjacent to the lodge with mountain views, these rooms have two queen beds with a private bathroom with a shower only. Explore the best camping in Washington with millions of photos and reviews from campers like you. North Shore: accessible vault toilet, firepits, tables. Find and book camping at Log Cabin Resort near Piedmont. La Poel (summer only): firepits, tables, accessible vault toilet. Bovee's Meadow: beach, accessible vault toilet, tables. Lake Crescent Lodge, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, and Log Cabin Resort are managed by Aramark, an authorized concessioner of the National Park Service. Daily housekeeping service is not available. Picnic Areas: East Beach: beach, accessible vault toilet, fire pits, tables. Lake Crescent Lodge - Open Log Cabin Resort - Open Log Cabin Campground - Open.

Log Cabin Resort runs a summer-only RV campground. Bubar NPS Photo Nestled in the northern foothills of the Olympic Mountains, Lake Crescent lies about 18 miles west of Port Angeles ( directions ). Fairholme Store: groceries and boat rentals (summer only).Ĭamping: Fairholme: 87 sites (one accessible), fire pits with grates, picnic tables, potable water, animal-proof food storage lockers, accessible restrooms, RV dump station. Places To Go Lake Crescent Visiting Lake Crescent Reflections on Lake Crescent near the wharf. Lake Crescent Lodge and Log Cabin Resort: lodging, restaurants, boat rentals (both closed in winter). It’s four miles long (eight miles there and back), though if you’re entering from the trailhead on North Shore Road, you only need to hike one mile in to reach the trail’s best vista-a bridge over a part of the lake known as the Devil’s Punchbowl.Lake Crescent Area Information Facilities: Storm King Ranger Station: If staffing allows, open in summer with information and book sales. This densely forested trail tracks closely to the shore and then ascends above it at a moderate grade. To experience Lake Crescent from a different vantage point, lace up your hiking boots. Starting from the Storm King Ranger Station, you can reach viewing platforms by the waterfall via a 0.7-mile-long trail that is shaded by fir and cedar trees. On the lake’s south side, you’ll find the area’s other notable water feature: this 90-foot-tall waterfall, which rushes down from a groove in a cliff. If you’re tempted to dive into the lake, head to Fairholme or East Beaches, where swimming is allowed. Motorized boats are allowed, but to preserve calm waters they’re not permitted to go faster than five miles an hour. You can rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards (or sign up for group excursions) at several spots around the lake. The earlier in the day you can get on the lake, the better.

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