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Snow-covered Olympic peaks at sunrise from Hurricane Ridge.
Photograph by Dave Turner, National Park Service, Olympic National Park, December 19, 2010. Public domain.

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Hurricane Ridge

Hurricane Ridge · Clallam County · Olympic high country

The most easily reached mountain area in Olympic National Park sits 17 miles south of Port Angeles, with ridgetop trails and winter snow sports when the road is open.

Hurricane Ridge is the most easily accessed mountain area within Olympic National Park. In clear weather, fantastic views can be enjoyed throughout the year. NPS places it 17 miles south of Port Angeles on Hurricane Ridge Road, off Mount Angeles Road.

The road is open throughout summer. During the winter season, the road is scheduled to be open Friday through Sunday and holiday Mondays, weather and road conditions permitting, and closed all other days. All vehicles must carry tire chains during the winter season. Hurricane Ridge has hiking trails from ridgetop traverses to steep trails that descend to subalpine lakes and valleys.

During winter months, visitors snowshoe, cross-country ski, and sled. Weather permitting, the Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Club operates two rope tows and a Poma lift. In spring, wildflowers cover the subalpine meadows and blacktail deer are often spotted grazing. The nearest campground is Heart O' the Hills, 12 miles north of Hurricane Ridge and 5 miles south of Port Angeles, with 105 campsites in old-growth forest.

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Last reviewed: September 20, 2026

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