Trip

Backpack - Olympic Hot Springs

A one night, 21 mile backpacking trip (10.5 miles per day) along the abandoned Olympic Hot Springs Road to Boulder Creek campsite, and an evening soak in the Olympic Hot Springs. We will make a stop at the historic site of the former Upper Elwha Dam. Come along if you like history, hot springs, and walking side by side instead of nose to tail.

Mon, May 22, 2023 — Tue, May 23, 2023
Committee: Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
Activity Type: Backpacking
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Moderate
Leader Rating: Moderate
Mileage: 21.0 mi
Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft
High Point Elevation: 2,200 ft
Pace: 2 mph

Availability: FULL, 1 on waitlist (10 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: FULL (2 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

9am in Port Angeles, exact meeting location will be shared with the group via email. Please arrange carpools as you are able to get there.

Leader's notes

This trip is for anyone who can walk 10 miles carrying a pack. We will be going at a chill pace and taking rests as needed. This trail is not very difficult. I do encourage you to try something new, go light, and also bring enjoyable creature comforts as we will be hanging out in the hot spring pools. We will be sticking together, so don't worry about getting left behind.

Route/Place

Olympic Hot Springs, Boulder Lake & Appleton Pass

Recommended Maps:
Green Trails Seven Lakes Basin/Mt Olympus Climb No. 133S
Custom Correct Seven Lakes Basin - Hoh
Custom Correct Lake Crescent - Happy Lake Ridge
USGS Bogachiel Peak
USGS Mount Carrie
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