It’s hard to describe how magical the Olympic Peninsula truly is to someone who has never seen it. No other place in America can match its diversity in terrain and weather in such a relatively small geographical area, and its hiking trails offer an opportunity to experience it to the fullest.
The Ozette Loop Trial is a moderately challenging, mostly boardwalked hike that’s a true charmer, and if you’re a fan of the great outdoors, you won’t want to miss it.
The Ozette Loop Trail is located near the tiny community of Sekiu, which is close to the tip of the Olympic Peninsula.
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Simply put, this is one of the most incredible ways to explore this rugged coastline.
ImaCoug / TripAdvisor The trail is 8 miles in length, but you don’t have to hike the entirety of it to appreciate it (although you may want to).
You’ve got to love a hike that takes you straight to the ocean.
bernardom636 / Tripadvisor Granted, you’ll have to hike for several miles before you reach it, but it’s well worth the effort.
The otherworldly beauty you’ll see on this diverse trail is unreal.
Megan Flanders / alltrails.com It really shows off the unique beauty of the Olympic Peninsula.
Only in Washington will you find a trail that so beautifully balances the forest and the beach.
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The hike is so long that many choose to camp overnight and make it a two-day adventure.
Megan Flanders / alltrails.com If you do, note that campfires are prohibited between Wedding Rocks and Yellow Banks, so you may want to camp south of Cape Alava.
Washington has some of the most visually stunning hikes in the country. These trails are so scenic, you may forget you’re exercising.
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The trail is 8 miles in length, but you don’t have to hike the entirety of it to appreciate it (although you may want to).
bernardom636 / Tripadvisor
Granted, you’ll have to hike for several miles before you reach it, but it’s well worth the effort.
Megan Flanders / alltrails.com
It really shows off the unique beauty of the Olympic Peninsula.
If you do, note that campfires are prohibited between Wedding Rocks and Yellow Banks, so you may want to camp south of Cape Alava.
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