Take control of your Olympic National Park visit with a GPS-triggered audio driving tour. Follow narrated stories and directions to alpine ridges, ancient rainforests and rugged beaches—at your own pace and offline.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You start on Highway 101 with fog lifting from the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the car filling with clear, location-triggered narration. The GuideAlong audio tour paces the route for you—telling the story as the road bends toward the Hoh Rainforest, Hurricane Ridge, and the ragged beaches of the Pacific coast. It’s a driving adventure where the guide rides shotgun in your phone.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–24 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels – most activity is driving with optional short walks and easy hikes.
Wildlife
History
The park sits on lands long used by Coast Salish tribes; in the 20th century, dams on the Elwha River were removed to restore fisheries and floodplain habitats.
Conservation
Visitors should follow Leave No Trace and stay on designated trails—restoration projects like the Elwha dam removal highlight ongoing recovery and sensitivity of riparian zones.
Reserve your spot on the Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Olympic National Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pre-download the tour
Download the GuideAlong app and the audio tour over Wi‑Fi before you lose cell signal; confirm you see the "Start Touring" button.
Check tide tables for beaches
Before stopping at Rialto, La Push or Abbey Island, consult local tide times—low tide opens tidepools and beach walks safely.
Bring power for your phone
Use a USB‑C car charger in the 12V outlet and a spare battery so GPS narration won’t die mid-route.
Budget extra time for pullouts
Popular viewpoints and trailheads have limited parking—plan to arrive early or allow 15–45 extra minutes for stops.
Smartphone with GuideAlong app
The audio tour runs in the app and must be downloaded before you lose service.
USB‑C car charger & cable
Keeps your device charged for GPS narration during long driving days.
Layered clothing
Weather swings from coastal mist to alpine wind—layers help you stay comfortable at pullouts.
spring
Tide chart or app
Checking tide windows is critical for beach walks and access to sea stacks.
summer