Olympic NPS

The official Twitter site of Olympic National Park.

[Washington State Dept. of Natural Resources @waDNR]

Staying up to date on local burn restrictions is 🏅GOLD MEDAL BEHAVIOR🏅

[Olympic NPS @OlympicNP]

#DidYouKnow there are 15 national park sites in the state of Washington? Many preserve the stories of human history in addition to the state’s scenic vistas. Find out more and plan your next trip at: https://t.co/z7G0TCNkHS #PlanForVacationDay #PlanLikeAParkRanger

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@jsw_wilson Yes, that is a lovely photo of the lodge!

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The independent investigation into the origin and cause of the fire that destroyed the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge on May 7, 2023, found no definite cause. The full report is available here: https://t.co/W3dXMi6sKt

For more information, visit: https://t.co/JAbIfJ1GbQ

[Olympic NPS @OlympicNP]

It can also mean falling trees which can be very dangerous and may block roads. If your plans are flexible, it's a good time to reschedule. If you still choose to come, be extremely careful (especially on the coast) and consider other accommodations rather than camping.

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⚠️With high winds predicted through Monday, the park is proactively closing several coastal campgrounds and strongly cautioning visitors. On the Olympic Peninsula, a wind storm can mean life-threatening waves on the coast.

[Hurricane Ridge NPS @HRWinterAccess]

Regular updates to the Hurricane Ridge Road status can now be found at this link: https://t.co/RzZCOew5BP

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@HRWinterAccess

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@britneyb_11 @HRWinterAccess Yes! Access to those trailheads is still open.

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@TeaFea2 The NPS's leadership is committed to restoring permanent visitor services at Hurricane Ridge, though the specific scope and timing of that project remains uncertain as we will have a public planning process, including work with members of Congress and other partners.

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Olympic National Park will reopen the Hurricane Ridge area on June 27 after a fire destroyed the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge.

Access will be limited. Due to restroom capacity, the daily limit is 315 vehicles.

Full News Release with more details: https://t.co/iFjrT88Qj3

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@MrWBond Correction: Obstruction Point Road will not be fully open on June 27th but should open soon after.

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@MrWBond It will be open when Hurricane Ridge reopens.

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@cfdalton If you have a wilderness permit, you can gain entry even if the road closes to vehicles.

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@ArpitaB50369942 No, just careful planning needed.

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@jeffolund Once the Hurricane Ridge Road opens, Obstruction Point will be open as well.

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Anyone else feel that? It feels like that time of year when you get ready for a backpacking trip at Olympic National Park!

What backpacking trips do people have planned? Anxious to get into the mountains? Ready for your first night camping on the beach?

[Olympic NPS @OlympicNP]

@thebsharpphoto It is Hart Lake in LaCrosse Basin.

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@cfreiborg Hurricane Ridge is the only area with a paved road to the mountains. The other option is Deer Park. Check out a previous post by us to get the details because it does require some extra consideration. Lake Crescent is another great option.

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Fulls News Release: https://t.co/BsMeQxPck6

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Hunter Fraser, a backpacker that has been missing since June 7th, self-rescued via the Dosewallips River Trail with the assistance of other hikers. He was driven to Quilcene, WA where his family, park personnel, and medical responders met him.