Olympic is the fifth most visited National Park in the United States, making the Olympic National Park map incredibly important when planning your trip to the park. The park encompasses beautiful peaks and rainforests. Then a section that runs gorgeous Washington’s Pacific coastline. Use these Olympic National Park maps to plan a trip to this park like no other in the world.
Olympic National Park Map PDF (Official)
The official Olympic National Park map PDF is the most important resource when planning your trip to the Washington coast. For ease of planning and exploring, the map shows Olympic National Parks roads, trails, visitor services, campgrounds, rivers, and peaks.
Olympic National Park is in the northwestern corner of Washington State and is based in Port Angeles. The park shares a border with the less visited but equally stunning Olympic National Forest.
Olympic is one of the most diverse National Parks in the country. It has everything from lowland forests, mountain ranges, pristine alpine lakes, the most extensive temperate rain forests in North America, iconic wildlife, and over 50 miles of rugged wilderness coastline. With over a million acres, using the Olympic National Park map to plan your visit will help you to maximize your time in the park.
Wildlife abounds at Olympic National Park with its wide variety of species. Some of the most notable include Roosevelt elk, sea otters, black bears, Olympic marmots, deer, mountain lions, orcas, and many more.
Download the Official Olympic National Park Map PDF (1.9 MB)
Consider a Detailed Topographic Map for Olympic
If you plan extensive hiking and backpacking in Olympic, I highly recommend getting a professional-grade topographic map from National Geographic.
Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on “Backcountry Tough” waterproof, tear-resistant paper. An entire UTM grid is published on the map to aid GPS navigation.
Olympic National Park Regional Map
The Olympic National Park Regional map shows the roads and communities surrounding the park. This can help as you plan your trip logistically, particularly regarding driving directions, lodging, and things to do outside the park.
When choosing a base outside the park, it bears repeating that Olympic National Park is massive. For example, it takes around two hours to get from Port Angeles to the Hoh Rainforest. Consider thinking about several different bases for your trip to Olympic. You have several neighboring towns to choose from, including Port Angeles and Forks, and of course, you can camp inside the park.
Download the Official Regional Olympic National Park Map PDF (0.7 MB)
Olympic National Park Wilderness Map
Olympic encompasses roughly one million acres. This park is huge! It has distinctive areas, around 100 campgrounds, and an almost endless number of hiking trails. The wilderness map is a must-have resource, particularly when planning a backcountry trip.
With a massive amount of backcountry area to cover, the park wilderness map shows trails and wilderness campsites in the backcountry. It’s a must if you are planning on exploring the backcountry.
Keep in mind that permits are required for all overnight stays in Olympic National Park wilderness/backcountry all year long. Therefore, you’ll need to get your wilderness backpacking permits in advance. As of 2021, there are no longer self-registration or trailhead permits available.
Download the Official Wilderness Olympic National Park Map PDF (7.3 MB)
Olympic National Park Areas Maps
Olympic National Park is divided into four main areas: the sweeping beaches lining the Pacific shoreline, the moss-covered forests along the park’s western quarter, the mountains of the east side of the park, and the alpine forest that covers much of the park’s interior.
Olympics coastal area is made up of 73 miles of coastline. The thing that makes the park unique is that no two miles of the Olympics Pacific coastline are alike. You’ll find it here, from beaches to beautiful cliffs plunging into the sea. The most popular attractions in the Coastal Area include Rialto Beach, Cape Flattery, and the La Push Beaches.
Olympic National Parks North Region is filled with alpine forests and includes the famous Hurricane Ridge and Lake Crescent. When exploring here, consider staying in Port Angeles. Hurricane Ridge offers impressive views of Olympic, while the gorgeous Lake Crescent is a glacial mountain lake.
The park’s Rainforest Region has enticed visitors back to the rainforest year after year. Hoh Rainforest offers a lush, green canopy, where mosses and ferns blanket every surface and adds an enchanting charm to the rainforest.
The South East portion of Olympic National Park is where you will find old-growth forests is one of the most sought after hiking spots in the park. Unfortunately, visitors often need to pay more attention to this area due to its remote nature.
Olympic National Park Coastal Area Maps
The Coastal Area of Olympic National Park is one of the most popular in the park, and it’s easy to see why. With its stunningly rugged coastline and tide pools filled with colorful starfish, the Olympic Peninsula has some of the most beautiful and unique beaches in the United States.
Some of the most popular coastal attractions are the Hole-in-the-wall at Rialto Beach and the Beaches of La Push. The beaches are named First, Second, and Third Beach, each offering a different feel. Ruby Beach is another popular destination in the area.
Download the Olympic National Park Kalaloch Area Map PDF (0.6 MB)
Download the Olympic National Park Ozette Area Map PDF (0.2 MB)
Download the Olympic National Park Rialto Beach Area Map PDF (0.2 MB)
Olympic National Park North Side Area Maps
The views from Hurricane Ridge on the North Side area of the park are where you will look out over snow-capped mountains, forests of evergreen trees, and Mount Olympus. This is by far one of the best experiences in all of Olympic National Park.
Another great way to see the North Side of Olympic National Park is to drive Obstruction Point Road. Known as one of Washington’s scariest roads, this gravel road begins at the Hurricane Ridge parking lot and ends at Obstruction Point at an elevation of 6,150 feet.
Olympic National Park Rainforest Area Maps
Hoh Rainforest is one of the most famous attractions at Olympic National Park. It is one of the finest remaining examples of temperate rainforests in the United States. The Hoh lies on the park’s west side, around two hours from Port Angeles.
You will want to attend the Hall of Mosses. This .8-mile hike loops through some of the oldest trees in the area. As its name suggests, it is also one of the best places to capture the beautiful moss hanging from the trees.
Olympic National Park South East Area Maps
The South East area in Olympic National Park has some of the most impressive hikes in the entire park. Some of the most notable hikes include the Staircase Rapids Loop, the High Steel Bridge, and Mount Ellinor.
If you are looking for a bit of seclusion and tranquility in the park, then the South East area is for you. Due to its remote location, it is often quieter and has fewer crowds.
Best Time to Visit Olympic National Park?
One of the greatest times to visit Olympic National Park is during the summer when temperatures are warm, and the wildflower meadows explode with color. For peak wildflower viewing, consider visiting during the first couple of weeks in August.
Consider a Detailed Topographic Map for Olympic
If you plan extensive hiking and backpacking in Olympic, I highly recommend getting a professional-grade topographic map from National Geographic.
Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on “Backcountry Tough” waterproof, tear-resistant paper. An entire UTM grid is published on the map to aid GPS navigation.
Olympic National Park Map | Final Thoughts
Olympic, in Washington State, encompasses millions of acres making these Olympic National Park maps an integral part of planning your visit to the park. As one of the most visited and unique National Parks in the United States, you will remember your visit to Olympic!
