Hike Hurricane Hill Trail

Port Angeles, Washington

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Stunning views of Olympic MountainsAbundant WildflowersWide open meadowsWildlife including the marmot (we saw 3!)Incredible views from Mount Baker in the Cascades, to Mount Garibaldi in British Columbia's Coast RangesAmazing sunrise and sunsetsViews of the Puget Sound

Be sure to drive past the Visitor's Center at Hurricane Ridge, about another mile to where the road dead ends to a parking lot. This short 3.2 mile trek begins with a steep ascent that begins at 5,105' and ends at 5,750 along a ridge line the winds through light forrest with ever increasing views of the Olympic Mountain Range. At the summit, you have amazing panoramic views with the Juan de Fuca straight on one site, and snowy mountains on the other.

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Hike Hurricane Hill Trail Reviews

Angela Crampton

Hike Hurricane Hill Trail

09/19/14

Easy hike and can be done to those who are willing to escape the crowds.

4.0

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