Dosewallips River/Abandoned National Park Road

getting there

Head east on the Dosewallips River Road from US-101. It's about  9 miles to the trailhead where the road is washed out (600 ft).

on the trail

Hike east along the river on the abandoned Dosewalips Road. Staring at 500 ft, the road is nearly flat for the first couple miles and then gradually climbs to 1,700 feet at the Dosewalips Camp 6.5 mi from the trailhead. From the camp, there is the 1.1 mi, 100 ft elevation gain Dosewallips Terrace Nature Trail.

notes

• This is great as both a day hike for any portion of the road/trail or as an easy weekend backpacking trip.
• For those with extra energy, the nature trail  loop at the camp is a nice addition.
• For those wanting a workout, the Lake Constance Trailhead is 5 miles from the road washout/trailhead at 1,400 ft. It's 2.2 mi one-way and 3,300 ft of elevation gain.

• Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Day Hiking, Trail Running
• Seasons: May, June, July, August, September, October
• Weather: View weather forecast

• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: 13.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,200 ft
• High Point: 1,600 ft

• Land Manager: Olympic National Park
• Parking Permit Required: National Park Entrance Fee
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 12
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12