Olympic National Park offers a diverse landscape of rugged coastlines, lush rainforests, and towering mountains. This 3-day itinerary covers the park’s highlights, including Sol Duc Falls, Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rainforest, Lake Crescent, and coastal beaches. With carefully planned hikes, scenic drives, and exploration of unique ecosystems, this Olympic National Park itin provides an unforgettable experience … Read more
Olympic National Park’s geology is a testament to millions of years of tectonic activity, volcanic eruptions, and glacial sculpting. This guide explores the park’s unique geological formations, from the basaltic Crescent Formation to the sedimentary core rocks. We’ll delve into the tectonic processes that shaped the Olympic Mountains and examine the glacial history that carved … Read more
Olympic National Park’s botany is a testament to nature’s diversity, featuring over 1,450 vascular plant species in an area smaller than the British Isles. This botanical wonderland hosts 11 endemic plant taxa found nowhere else on Earth. From temperate rainforests to alpine meadows and coastal zones, the park’s varied ecosystems support a rich tapestry of … Read more