Olympic National Park Adventure – September 2025

Day 1 (9/10): Arrival in Seattle

Morning: Arrive at Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport and pick up your rental car (≈30 min drive to downtown). Check in to the Belltown Inn and drop off luggage.

Afternoon: Stroll through Pike Place Market, sampling fresh seafood and local pastries. Enjoy a waterfront lunch at Elliott’s Oyster House with views of Elliott Bay.

Evening: Dine at The Pink Door in the historic Pike Place area, then unwind on the hotel balcony watching the city lights.

Day 2 (9/11): Seattle → Sequim → Port Angeles

Morning: Depart Seattle for Sequim (≈1 h 45 min drive). Stop at the Olympic Flight Museum for a quick look at historic aircraft.

Afternoon: Enjoy a seafood feast at Salty Girl Seafood in Sequim. Continue the drive to Port Angeles (≈30 min) and check in at the Olympic Lodge.

Evening: Dine at Next Door Gastropub for craft beers and locally sourced dishes. Take a sunset walk along the Port Angeles waterfront.

Day 3 (9/12): Hurricane Ridge & Lake Crescent

Morning: Drive to Hurricane Ridge (≈45 min). Ride the scenic shuttle to the summit and explore short trails with panoramic mountain views.

Afternoon: Head to Lake Crescent (≈30 min). Hike the Marymere Falls trail (≈1 h round‑trip) and enjoy a lakeside picnic.

Evening: Return to Port Angeles, freshen up, and have dinner at Harbor Café, known for its fish‑and‑chips and harbor views.

Day 4 (9/13): Whale Watching & Sol Duc Falls

Morning: Board the whale‑watching vessel from Port Angeles Harbor (≈1 h 15 min drive to the dock). Spot orcas, humpback whales, and porpoises on a 3‑hour excursion.

Afternoon: After the tour, drive to the Sol Duc Valley (≈1 h 30 min). Hike to Sol Duc Falls (≈45 min round‑trip) and enjoy the misty forest atmosphere.

Evening: Return to Port Angeles, dine at Bella Italia for a hearty Italian meal, and relax at the lodge.

Day 5 (9/14): Port Angeles → Forks (Hoh Rainforest)

Morning: Check out of the Olympic Lodge and drive to Forks (≈2 h 15 min). Stop at the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center for a brief orientation.

Afternoon: Explore the Hall of Mosses Trail and Spruce Nature Trail (≈2 h total) to experience the lush temperate rainforest.

Evening: Check in at the Forks Motel. Dine at Pacific Pizza for casual comfort food, then enjoy a night walk under the stars.

Day 6 (9/15): Coastal Beaches – Ruby, Rialto & La Push

Morning: Drive to Ruby Beach (≈30 min). Walk the shoreline, photograph sea stacks, and explore tide pools.

Afternoon: Continue to Rialto Beach (≈15 min). Hike the First Beach Trail to the iconic Hole-in-the‑Rock formation.

Evening: Head to La Push (≈20 min) for sunset at La Push Beach. Dine at Kalaloch Lodge Restaurant for Pacific Northwest seafood.

Day 7 (9/16): Neah Bay & Cape Flattery

Morning: Early drive to Neah Bay (≈1 h 30 min). Visit the Makah Cultural and Research Center to learn about the indigenous heritage.

Afternoon: Proceed to Cape Flattery (≈20 min). Walk the short North Coast Trail to the lighthouse and enjoy sweeping ocean vistas.

Evening: Return to Forks (≈2 h). Relax with dinner at The Forks 101, offering a mix of American and Asian flavors.

Day 8 (9/17): Return to Port Angeles (Rain Forest Village Inn)

Morning: Check out of the Forks Motel and drive back to Port Angeles (≈2 h 15 min). Check in at the Rain Forest Village Inn for a comfortable night.

Afternoon: Optional revisit to the Hoh Rainforest for any missed trails, or relax at the inn’s garden and enjoy the peaceful forest setting.

Evening: Dine at The Black Ball Café for a farm‑to‑table experience, then unwind with a nightcap at the inn’s lounge.

Day 9 (9/18): Port Angeles → Seattle

Morning: Depart for Seattle (≈2 h 30 min). Stop at the Port Townsend historic downtown for coffee and boutique browsing.

Afternoon: Arrive at the Belltown Inn and check in. Explore the nearby Seattle Art Museum and the bustling Pike Place Market.

Evening: Dinner at The Pink Door (if not visited earlier) or try Canlis for a fine‑dining experience with a view of Lake Union.

Day 10 (9/19): Seattle Exploration

Morning: Visit the iconic Space Needle and the adjoining Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit.

Afternoon: Stroll through Kerry Park for panoramic city views, then enjoy lunch at Beecher’s Handmade Cheese in Pike Place.