Sunset at Washington’s Olympic National Park. Photo by Andy Porter. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 4/7/16.
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Sunset at Ruby Beach, Olympic National Park. Photo by William Brinkman. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 1/29/16.
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Reflection Canyon is one of the unique wonders in the Southwest. Located in a remote section of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Reflection Canyon offers unparalleled views of the Colorado River twisting and winding through colorful sandstone cliffs. After the tough hike to reach Reflection Canyon, photographer Wan Shi was rewarded with this spectacular shot. “This has to be the most colorful and surreal scene I have ever seen in American Southwest.” Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 12/8/15.
The world’s largest tree dusted in snow. It’s General Sherman in the Sequoia National Park. Photo tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/8/15.
Sunrise in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Photo by Santosh Kanthety. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/6/15.
This picture from Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado has everything! Fall colors, massive sand dunes and snow capped mountains showcase this marvel of the West. Visiting here is an experience unlike anywhere else. Did you know you can sled down the dunes? Photo by National Park Service. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 11/2/15.
Snow-covered mountains & blue skies at the Grand Teton National Park are incredible in winter! Picture by Josh Packer. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 11/30/15.
The still tidal pools, rocky islands and lingering sunsets make the beaches of Olympic National Park an explorer’s paradise. The salt air, rolling surf and gliding seabirds complete the perfect Pacific Northwest experience. You’ll never forget a visit here. Photo of Shi-Shi Beach by John Donofrio. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 12/4/15.
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Dark clouds & tall rock cliffs make for a dramatic shot of New Mexico’s Diablo Canyon. Photo by Steven W Marti. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/14/15.
Summer, wild flowers and the Olympic National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/19/15.
Summer sunset over Mount Rainier National Park. Photo Danny Seidman. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/20/15.
Cathedral Lakes at Yosemite National Park. Photo by Sean Goebel. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/23/15.
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Olympic National Park in Washington. About 100 miles from Seattle, Olympic is a place of beauty and variety. Untamed rivers flow from glacier-capped peaks through valleys of old-growth forests, waves crash against a shoreline rich with life, and only trails traverse the vast interior of this internationally recognized wilderness. Pictured here is sunrise from the park’s Second Beach. Photo by Glenn Nelson. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/1/15.
Hazel Mountain Overlook in the Shenandoah National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/29/15.
Rainbows are a fan favorite in Yosemite National Park, commonly seen along the park’s flowing waterfalls on sunny days. Halos and coronas around the sun or moon are also a typical sight. Recently, a lucky visitor was able to spot and capture this rare occurrence –cloud iridescence – over Glacier Point. This optical phenomenon is caused when sunlight diffracts off tiny ice crystals or water droplets and creates a rainbow effect. Iridescent clouds typically occur in late afternoons in hot and humid weather. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/28/15.
Clouds fill the sky just after sunset in this beautiful picture by Glenn Nelson. Rocky Mountain National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/28/15.
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Dreaming of warmer days & stunning views like this picture of Grand Teton National Park. Photo by Scotty Perkins. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/25/15.
A gorgeous pic of Yosemite Valley National Park on an early spring morning. Photo by Douglas Croft. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/26/15.
Sunset at Olympic National Park. Photo by Andy Porter. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/31/15.
Florida’s Everglades National Park. Photo by Glenn Nagel. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/2/15.
Come and experience Glacier National Park’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier in Montana is a hiker’s paradise for adventurous visitors seeking wilderness and solitude. Sunset at St. Mary Lake by Matt Simons. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/6/15.
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With over 922,000 acres, Olympic National Park in Washington is a land of beauty and variety. A day’s exploration can take you from breathtaking mountain vistas with meadows of wildflowers to colorful ocean tide pools. This stunning photo was taken during sunrise at the park’s Second Beach. Photo by Glenn Nelson. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior on 12/14/14.
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One of my all-time favorite hikes was a midnight hike in this rainforest, as a part of a Woodbadge training … what was then the most advanced training for the trainers of Cub Scout leaders.
If you’ve never been, go experience the rain forest. It is a unique place in North America.
Hoh Rainfrest, Olympic National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/29/14.
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Virginia’s Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge at sunset. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 8/6/14.
At Glacier National Park, the last light of day melts into the Flathead River. From the Park’s Facebook page.
Sunset at Arizona’s Horseshoe Bend. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 7/31/14.
Sunset over Point of the Arches in Olympic National Park. Photo: Andy Porter. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/5/14.
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Where Is It: It’s right outside of Seattle … and the Park is surrounded by Highway 101. Depending on where you’re going, the distance could be about 80 miles, or twice that.
The Birth: The Mount Olympus National Monument was created in 1909 by President Theodore Roosevelt. President Franklin Roosevelt designated it a National Park on June 29, 1938.
It Happened Here: The interior of the Park was first explored with the support of local newspapermen, and many peaks today bear the names of prominent editors and publishers of the late 19th century. These include Mt Meany (Edmond Meany was an editor at the Seattle Press), Mt Dana, Mt Lawson, Mt Noyes, Mt Scott and the Bailey Range.
Size: 922,650 acres
# Visitors: 2,824,908 in 2012. Peak month was August; January was the least attended.
Plants: Over 1,450 types of vascular plants grow on the Peninsula, nearly the same number as the British Isles—an area 30 times larger.
Animals: From the Park’s website:
Old Growth Refuge
The park is a rare refuge for species dependent on old growth forests, including some species protected under the Endangered Species Act. Olympic provides one of the last remaining large tracts of intact primeval forest in the lower 48 states. These moist forests provide essential habitat for northern spotted owls, marbled murrelets and a variety of amphibians.A Unique Community
The wildlife community of the isolated Olympic Peninsula is also unique. This community is noteworthy not only for its endemic animals (found only here), but also for species missing from the Olympics, yet found elsewhere in western mountains. Pika, ptarmigan, ground squirrels, lynx, red foxes, coyotes, wolverine, grizzly bears, bighorn sheep and historically, mountain goats, did not occur on the Olympic Peninsula. Meanwhile, endemic species like the Olympic marmot, Olympic snow mole and Olympic torrent salamander are found here and nowhere else in the world!
Choices: From the Park’s website:
With three major ecosystems and almost a million acres to choose from, Olympic National Park is filled with possibilities. One of the key challenges that visitors face is how to tackle all of these choices – but we’re here to help!
Our first recommendation is to start your visit at a Visitor Center and get the most current park information. Ranger program times, opening and closing schedules, tides, weather, road conditions, and many other factors can influence your visit. An informed visitor is a happy and safe visitor!
Here are some other tips:
- Pick up a copy of the Bugler park newspaper. It is published twice annually, to target the summer and winter seasons. Click here for the digital PDF version.
- Plan your park activities with time and distance in mind. The park is very large and can be accessed by vehicle only in certain areas. Think of the access roads like spokes of a big wheel, with Highway 101 as the wheel’s rim.
- Consult the park’s mileage chart for distances between key destinations, and note that in many areas reduced speed limits and winding, two-lane roads may increase your travel time. Click here for some recommendations based on your available time (a few hours, a day, or multiple days).
- Call the Olympic National Park Visitor Center at (360)565-3130 for the current status of park roads, facilities, and campgrounds.
- Time permitting, we recommend that you try to sample destinations within each of the park’s major ecosystems: sub-alpine, coastal, and forest (which can be further sub-divided into lowland forest and the famous temperate rainforest).
- Check the park’s Event Calendar for interesting programs and activities
- Don’t spend all of your time at Olympic in the car! There are hundreds of trails, viewing points, and other opportunities to experience the park beyond your windshield. Take a walk in the woods, watch for wildlife, or listen to a river. Even if it’s a five minute stop at a pull-out, don’t miss the opportunity.
Fees: $15 per car entering the park. Individuals are $5.
Staying There: There are 2 lodges, 2 resorts, and only 17 campsites in Olympic National Park.
Contact Info:
600 East Park AvenuePort Angeles, WA 98362-6798 (360) 565-3130
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National Park Service: Olympic National Park
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