Olympic National Park Permits
Diverse wilderness from rainforest to alpine peaks to wild coastline.
Signature Experiences
The most sought-after permits in Olympic
Olympic Wilderness
“One permit unlocks glaciated peaks, temperate rainforest, and wild coastline inside a single national park, the only place in the lower 48 where you can do all three on one trip.”
Olympic Coast
“Walk one of America's wildest coastlines where tide tables replace trail maps and sea stacks rise from the mist like ancient sentinels.”
Enchanted Valley
“A bucket-list destination in Olympic.”
Thru-Hikes & Long Trails
Epic multi-day traverses starting from Olympic
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Olympic National Park Wilderness Permit
The single overnight permit for backpacking anywhere in Olympic National Park's 95 percent wilderness, covering the Hoh rainforest, the High Divide, the Sol Duc and Elwha valleys, and 73 miles of wild Pacific coast. Required year-round and booked on Recreation.gov by wilderness area.
Olympic Coast Trail Permit
73-mile wilderness beach traverse along Washington's wildest coastline, from Shi Shi Beach to the Hoh River, with sea stacks, tide pools, and rainforest headlands.
Enchanted Valley Permit
Famous valley with historic chalet.
Seven Lakes Basin Permit
High Divide area camping.
Ozette Triangle Permit
Coastal wilderness camping.
Hoh River Corridor
Rainforest trail camping.
Other National Parks Areas
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Olympic Permit FAQ
What permits are required for Olympic National Park?
Olympic National Park requires permits for various activities including Olympic Wilderness, Olympic Coast, Enchanted Valley, Seven Lakes, Hoh River, and 1 more. Each permit has different requirements and booking processes.
How do I get a permit for Olympic National Park?
Permits for Olympic National Park are available through Reservation systems. Use PermitSnag to track availability and get notified when cancellations occur.
When should I apply for Olympic National Park permits?
Timing varies by permit type. Lottery permits typically open months in advance, while reservation permits release on a rolling basis. Set up alerts with PermitSnag to never miss an opening.
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