Olympic National Park Family Vacation
Get ready for 5 days of family fun in Olympic National Park, with snowy mountain views, magical forests, and wild ocean beaches to explore, every day’s a new adventure!
Start - End: Seattle - Seattle
Total trip: 5 days
Average group size: 12 people
Level: 1
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Spanning nearly a million acres, Olympic National Park is a giant natural playground filled with snowy peaks, sandy shores, and lush rainforest.
You’ll stay at cozy lakeside hotels, just a short drive from amazing waterfalls tucked along forest trails. Wander the beach looking for cool driftwood and tide pools teeming with sea creatures. Then step into a real-life jungle as you explore the Hoh Rain Forest which is one of the best temperate rainforests in the world! You’ll even visit a second magical forest, the Quinault Rain Forest, home to the Valley of Giants, where some of the biggest trees on Earth are waiting to be discovered.
Trip Highlights
Hiking
Olympic National Park Waterfalls
Big, small, and everything in between, Olympic’s waterfalls come in all sizes, and they’re all a blast to discover together!
Hiking
In Temperate Rainforests
Wander through the magical Hoh and Quinault Rain Forests, where giant mossy trees make it feel like you’ve stepped into a real-life fairytale.
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Walk the Beach
Hunt for driftwood, peek into tide pools, and discover secret caves, these beaches are full of treasures waiting to be explored.
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Panoramic Views
Look out from the top of Hurricane Ridge and take in the amazing views, forests, rivers, lakes, and even the ocean all spread out below you!
Day by day trip
Our Olympic National Park Family Vacation brings your crew into a world of rainforest trails, tide pools, and mountain meadows, an itinerary full of discoveries that spark curiosity and connection.
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After meeting the group we make our way around Puget Sound on a beautiful drive to Port Angeles and the entrance of Olympic National Park. After an orientation to the park we head up to Hurricane Ridge at a little over 5000 feet above the forests and ocean below us for some fantastic panoramic views of what we will be exploring over the next few days.
After we stroll some of the trails and explore the visitor center, we make our way back down to Port Angeles to our waterfront hotel.
Accommodation: Red Lion Hotel, Port Angeles
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 2 miles (3.2 kilometers)
Today is all about waterfalls! After a short drive we will arrive at Madison Creek Falls for a wander and our first walk amongst the moss-covered trees, then it is off to hike along Falls Creek to reach Marymere Falls. We'll hop back in the van and follow the shoreline of Lake Crescent and Sol Duc River to our 2-mile hike to Sol Duc Falls. Returning to Lake Crescent, we'll have some time on our own relaxing along the lakeshore or perhaps rent a kayak or canoe.
Accommodation: Lake Crescent Lodge, Olympic National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 4 miles (6.4 kilometers)
This morning, we make our way to the Pacific Ocean and Rialto Beach. Once we arrive we'll walk along the beach in search for driftwood before reaching Hole in the Wall. Keep your eye on the ocean for marine life as we stroll back down the beach with a beachside lunch waiting for us.
The beach exploration continues as we make our way to the iconic Ruby Beach and visit the numerous beaches stretching south towards our the lodge for the evening.
Accommodation: Kalaloch Lodge, Olympic National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 5-6 miles (8-9.6 kilometers)
We spend the morning exploring Hoh Rain Forest, one of the largest temperate rainforests, hiking the famed Hall of Mosses trail and along the Hoh River. After a picnic lunch our drive takes us back into the heart of the park and Lake Quinault. Some of the largest conifer trees stand high above the lake and our hike will follow the Trail of Giants to get up close to a couple of these giants and the waterfalls and fellow moss-covered trees that make this rain forest so unique.
After another full day of exploring relax in your lakeside room before we enjoy dinner together reminiscing about our journey together.
Accommodation: Lake Quinault Lodge, Olympic National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hiking: 5-7 miles (8-11 kilometers)
After one last waterfall hike, we say goodbye to Olympic National Park and return to Seattle for flights home or to continue your exploration of the Pacific Northwest.
Accommodation: Not applicable
Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 1 mile (1.6 kilometers)
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This trip includes:
- 4 nights’ accommodation
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- You’re supported from start to finish by our highly experienced guides and leaders
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities described in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritious snacks to keep you fueled
- All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
- Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!
- Special "Wow" moments you'll never forget
- Your queries answered by our knowledgeable Customer Care Team - only a call, chat, or email away
- You’re “trip ready” with our Customer Care Team’s calls prior to your trip
- “My Account” - your own online space with everything required for your adventure
FAQs
From where you will meet your guides, to the accommodations you'll stay. Read through our FAQs for the lowdown on how to prepare for your adventure of Olympic National Park.
On the first morning of the trip, our two pick-up locations are Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Airport at 8:00am or Holiday Inn Express & Suites Seattle-Sea-Tac Airport at 8:15am. You are welcome to book your pre-trip stay at either of these hotels directly or any other hotel in Seattle, though you must make your own way to one of the two pick-up points at the pre-designated times.
Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Seattle Airport at 12:30pm in time for flights below or at a hotel of your choice around Seattle Airport at 1pm.
Arrival: We recommend arriving in Seattle at least the day before your trip starts. Many guests like to arrive a day or two early to accommodate potential flight delays and/or explore the city prior to your trip start.
Departure: Flying out on the last day of the trip, we recommend departing from Seattle after 2:30pm. Earlier flight times will require a separate transfer booked at your own expense.
We have selected the accommodation on your trip for the stunning settings, unique character and adventuresome feel – comfortable lodges and hotels set right on the shores of the ocean or the lakes of Olympic National Park, offering the opportunity to walk straight onto the beach, or rent a kayak or canoe to paddle on one of the iconic lakes of the park.
While there are laundry facilities at some locations, they may not be convenient or there may only be one machine to service your entire group. We recommend bringing enough clothing to only not have to do laundry during your trip.
This trip is the perfect introduction to adventure travel. You’ll need a reasonable level of fitness, with hikes typically take between two to three hours, though some days may involve more or less hiking depending on the itinerary.
Please head to our Fitness Guide for great tips on how to prepare along with a workout plan!
Take 10% off the trip price when you book a trip and pay in full
By paying in full, we are able to pass on savings to our guests, but please note that by opting for this payment plan, your booking becomes non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-changeable. This offer is only valid for reservations where the trip is no sooner than 180 days from the departure date at time of booking.
We highly recommend that you purchase Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance. We recommend Redpoint Insurance – you can find details here.
T+Cs Apply. Read more here.
Why Travel With Us
Just-right group sizes allow you to get off the beaten path
With an average of 12 guests per departure and an industry-leading average 6:1 guest-to-guide ratio, you’ll enjoy a highly personalized experience.
Award-winning guides lead the way
It’s so much easier to relax and enjoy your adventure when you have fun, caring guides who know the land, sweat all the details and whip up incredible meals, too!
You’ll never need to sweat the details
When we say all inclusive, we mean it! Meals and snacks, activities, lodging, transportation, guiding services and more. All you need to do is show up!
Enjoy freedom to push your boundaries – safely
Every aspect of your trip is thoroughly considered for your safety, from highly vetted partners and well-maintained equipment to extensively trained guides.
Decades of expertise mean you’ll experience only the best
Family travel and North American National Parks are our specialty. We’ve perfected our itineraries for decades, ensuring you'll experience your destination to the fullest.
"Wow Moments” take your trip from enjoyable to extraordinary
For us, the extra mile is never extra, it’s part of the way! Count on special touches throughout your trip that will amplify your experience.
