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Drive 5
Olympic Loop
Within a remote, richly varied corner of the continental United States, Washing-
ton'sOlympicPeninsulaisthreewildlydifferentworldsinone:mistyrainforests,
snowcapped summits, and rocky shores. And visitors can grasp it all within a
single drive.
Length:
About 250 miles, plus side trips
When to go:
Drive is popular year-round, but best from April to October
Lodging:
Available at Port Angeles, La Push, Forks, Sequim, Neah Bay, Clallam Bay,
Sekiu,PortTownsend,Brinnon,Hoquiam,Kalaloch,and(duringsummer)atLakeCres-
cent and Sol Duc Hot Springs
Words to the wise:
Bring adequate rain gear for hiking and camping. When beach
walking, consult a tide table.
Nearby attractions:
The Space Needle (offering dramatic views of Puget Sound, the
Olympic Range, and Mt. Rainier), Seattle; Victoria, British Columbia (ferry departs
from Port Angeles)
Further information:
Olympic National Park
Olympic Peninsula Visitors Bureau
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