The Best Hiking in Hoodsport

Upper Big Creek Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

Twanoh Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Union, Washington.

You can stat this adventure at one of two trailheads. I suggest using the lower of the two. The start of the trail ascends through a forest of old growth pines with periodic views of Mt Washington. Eventually, at a fork in the trail, you will see a sign marking the start of the winter route. You ...

Follow the driving directions, pass the upper Mt Eleanor parking area and continue until the road dead-ends due to a landslide. Try to leave room for cars to turn around when you park.Follow the trail which starts just near the lake boulder near the parking area. The trail through the lower slope...

Hikers who reach the summit of Mount Ellinor are treated to a rarer view of Olympic National Park, one that is notably more immersive, rugged and dynamic than the common vista from Hurricane Ridge. Ellinor’s profile is, no doubt, familiar to most Seattleites, as it’s the Olympics’ southernmost p...

Lower South Fork Skokomish Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Hoodsport, Washington.

Dry Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Hoodsport, Washington.

Gladys Divide Primitive Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

O'Neil Pass via North Fork of Skokomish Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Hoodsport, Washington.

Wagonwheel Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

North Fork Skokomish River Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

Black and White Lakes Primitive Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

Four Stream Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

Flapjack Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lilliwaup, Washington.

This trail is great for nature trips and for birding. A national park pass or an entry fee of $25 per car (or $10 fee to walk in) is required for entry into Olympic National Park. Watch out for mud on the trail after rain. 

The trail up to Lake of the Angels, known as the Putvin Trail, starts out pretty mellow with a gradual uphill climb. Your first marker will be an old roadbed at around 1.4 miles, but you'll need to cross two ravines before making it there. It's thick forest with gorgeous views in the clearings, s...