Make sure to check out the Getting Around page for mileages to other park destinations. Both Heart O' the Hills and the Elwha Valley can be reached in about an hour. Just 20 miles north of the Sol Duc Valley is Lake Crescent. Depending on water volume, Sol Duc Falls splits into as many as four channels as it cascades 48 feet into a narrow, rocky canyon. Make sure to check the park's fishing regulations! Nearby Areas About 5 miles down the Sol Duc Road, visitors come to watch the determined coho salmon leap over the falls on their way to spawn upstream in the Sol Duc River. The Salmon Cascades overlook is another popular destination during late October/early November.
The Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has a variety of activities, including mineral pool bathing, massage, and dining. Sol Duc Falls makes for a great hiking attraction as. The views of Mount Olympus are astounding on a clear day. A Sol Duc Falls tour take place in the middle elevation or montane forest in Olympic National Park. The High Divide Loop that passes through Seven Lakes Basin is a popular 2-3 day hike. From the covered patio, meditate to the soothing sound of a. The Sol Duc Valley has a number of longer hiking trails which explore both the valleys and the mountains. This secluded cottage sits in the middle of an enchanted woodland garden. This is one of the nicest short hikes in the park. We only did the 1. Lover's Lane (6 mile loop) and the climb to Mink Lake (5.2 miles roundtrip) can also be done in just a few hours. This trail leads deep into the backcountry, but it also reaches the amazing Sol Duc Falls in only 0.8 miles. The trail for Marymere Falls is also the first part of the Mount Storm King trail which we did not do. Visit the signature Sol Duc Falls in Olympic National Park. You’ll encounter everything from tumbling falls easily accessible by car or short hike, to cascading gems that require a little more effort. From the parking lot, the walk through old-growth forest to the Sol Duc Falls overlook is just a mile. An iconic landmark, Sol Duc Falls is Olympic National Park’s most famous and photographed waterfall. Across the Olympic Peninsula there are seven distinct waterfall areas. Soak in the hot tub, play with your kids and dogs on the huge grassy lawn sloping down to the river, build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows under the brilliant stars.For those looking to spend anywhere from a few hours to an entire day in the Sol Duc, there are a number of shorter hikes that may be suitable. It’s a great base camp for seeing this spectacular corner of the world and an even better place to relax. Called the most beautiful falls in Olympic National Park, and situated just a few miles from Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort and Campground, Sol Duc Falls is a treasure year-round. Port Angeles, the gateway to Hurricane Ridge and the departure point for ferries to Victoria, British Columbia is just 38 miles away. We are right in the middle of world-famous Olympic National Park (Map) with convenient access to the ocean beaches, Strait of Juan de Fuca and Cape Flattery, hundreds of miles of hiking trails crisscrossing the Olympic Mountains and following the coastline, and the Hoh Rainforest with its giant ancient moss-covered trees. The Sol Duc Valley is located in the northwest region of. Watch for elk, deer, otters, beaver, and innumerable kinds of birds. Old-growth forest, subalpine lakes, and snowy peaks populate the Sol Duc landscape, while the Sol Duc River serves as a key highway for coho salmon, running through the valley and ascending to the lakes and headwaters in the surrounding mountains. Sit on the deck and watch the eagles glide along the river hunting for fish. Our beautiful little haven is located right on the banks of the Sol Duc River downstream from Sol Duc Falls, just a few miles west of Lake Crescent. You can hike about three miles from the campground to the falls, or save time and drive to the trailhead at the end of Sol Duc Road, where there is a large parking area. The falls are approximately 50 feet high and fed by the Sol. Sol Duc Falls is one of the prettiest waterfalls on the Olympic Peninsula and it’s fairly easy to reach. Let the river’s song relax all your cares away. Sol Duc Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in the Sol Duc Valley of Olympic National Park.
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