Ferry across Puget Sound from Seattle to Bainbridge Island & Explore Stunning Olympic National Park!

Duration

12 hours

Highlights

Embark on interpretative nature walks or snowshoes led by a naturalist guide Marvel at the panoramic peninsula views and sub-alpine meadows of Hurricane Ridge Dip your toes into the deep blue waters of Lake Crescent Embrace the cool canopy of old-growth trees as you stroll along a lush forest trail Learn about the ecological diversity, natural history, and Native American traditions of the UNESCO World Heritage recognized Olympic National Park Watch for deer, elk, marmots, mountain goats, bears, bald eagles, and more Savor a fresh, family-style lunch with local wines (included in the price)

Description

It’s rugged. It’s massive. It’s stunning. Unplug and explore the wild Northwest. Though this 1,100 sq. mile National Park would take a lifetime to explore, we dive deep into some of the park’s highlights on this day trip. Olympic National Park is a UNESCO World-Heritage Site remarkable for its ecological diversity and expansive wilderness. This naturalist-guided tour takes you across Puget Sound by ferry to the northeast part of the Olympic Peninsula, where you’ll explore the moss-draped forests, azure lakes, and striking mountains that define the region.

Visit Hurricane Ridge to watch deer graze in the meadows, listen to the distinct whistle of a marmot, smell the intoxicating perfume of a summer wildflower field, or feel the snow crunch beneath your feet on a winter snowshoe. Continue west to the glacially-carved Lake Crescent, where you’ll explore the fern-filled forests that line its shores, venturing to Marymere Falls. Throughout the day, your guide will chronicle how Olympic’s rugged isolation has produced such diverse and distinct ecosystems.

On days when the weather closes access to Hurricane Ridge, we may visit the tidepools on the North Coast or spend more ambling through forests and gravel flats of key salmon habitat in the Elwha Valley. Throughout the tour, your guide will mix fascinating insights with opportunities for solitude as you come to appreciate Olympic National Park’s unique beauty. We’ll bring lots of food, coffee, tea, and snacks!