If you only have time for a short backpacking trip and need something relatively easy, as far as elevation gain is concerned, the 14-mile trek out to the Enchanted Valley is a favorite for backpackers of all ages and abilities. Tucked away in the rain-soaked southwestern corner of Olympic National Park, this rainforest provides amazing views, well-marked trails and world class experiences, all on relatively flat trails by Olympic standards. With bear, elk, salmon, eagles, deer, coyotes and other assorted wildlife, hiking here should be added to anyone’s hiking bucket list.
All-Day Hike: To access Enchanted Valley, come prepared for a 14 mile hike in along the East Fork Quinault Trail.
Gem Type: Viewpoint
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35.2 mi
56.7 km
Enchanted Valley Route
Quinault, WA
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35.2 mi 56.7 km | Quinault, WA |
All Clear
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Mostly Dry, Fallen Trees - Great hike. Trail crew was there when we went cleaning up some of the downed trees but overall it wasn’t bad.
91 days ago
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10
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6.5 mi
10.4 km
Lake of the Angels (Putvin Trail)
Seabeck, WA
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6.5 mi 10.4 km | Seabeck, WA |
Minor Issues
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Snowy, Some Mud - Beautiful hike! A bit of snow and some mud. Nothing too serious but bring waterproof boots.
56 days ago
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13
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2.9 mi
4.6 km
Mt. Ellinor Trail
Hoodsport, WA
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2.9 mi 4.6 km | Hoodsport, WA |
Unknown
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15
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15.3 mi
24.7 km
Royal Basin Out and Back
Sequim, WA
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15.3 mi 24.7 km | Sequim, WA |
Unknown
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9
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13.1 mi
21.1 km
Big Creek Campground to Mt. Ellinor Ascent
Hoodsport, WA
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13.1 mi 21.1 km | Hoodsport, WA |
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8
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18.0 mi
28.9 km
East Fork Quinault Trail
Seabeck, WA
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18.0 mi 28.9 km | Seabeck, WA |
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3
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0.8 mi
1.3 km
Staircase Rapids Nature Trail
Belfair, WA
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0.8 mi 1.3 km | Belfair, WA |
Unknown
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8
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1.8 mi
3.0 km
Gladys Divide Trail
Seabeck, WA
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1.8 mi 3.0 km | Seabeck, WA |
Unknown
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2
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6.0 mi
9.7 km
Lost Pass Trail
Port Angeles East, WA
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6.0 mi 9.7 km | Port Angeles East, WA |
Unknown
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1
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17.6 mi
28.3 km
Gladys Divide
Belfair, WA
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17.6 mi 28.3 km | Belfair, WA |
Unknown
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5
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