Hurricane Hill Trail
A paved but sustained mountain climb to panoramic views over the Olympic interior and Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Route overview
Climb the rough paved trail from Hurricane Hill Road to the summit viewpoint and return the same way.
The trail climbs steadily from the high Hurricane Ridge corridor to an open summit viewpoint. Its pavement and clear alignment should not obscure the mountain setting: wind, cold, fog, sun exposure and residual snow can materially increase difficulty.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Olympic Peninsula, Washington
- Distance
- 3.2 mi / 5.1 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 2–3 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Approximately 700 ft / 213 m officially stated
- Best season
- Summer to early autumn when road and trail are snow-free
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No day-hiking permit; park entrance fee applies
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Strong wind, rapid fog, cold exposure, lightning, intense sun, snow or ice and limited services
Highlights
Olympic peaks, Strait views, alpine meadows and broad summit panorama
Why find a buddy
A buddy helps assess mountain weather, pace the climb and respond to sudden cold or visibility loss.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.