5 days in Olympic National Park Itinerary

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Kids will enjoy Hurricane Ridge and Hoh River. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Merriman Falls and Hood Canal. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Olympic National Park: Dalby Water Wheel (in Union), Staircase Rapids Nature Trail (in Hoodsport) and Quinault Big Cedar (in Quinault). The adventure continues: take in the dramatic scenery at Murhut Falls, hike along Ozette Loop Hike, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Olympus, and stroll through Quinault River-Pony Bridge Day Hike.

To find where to stay, maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Olympic National Park trip planning site.

Expect a daytime high around 62°F in May, and nighttime lows around 46°F.