Olympic Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View of Seattle suburbs with Olympic Mountains on background; Shutterstock ID 3146837
View of Seattle suburbs with Olympic Mountains on background; Shutterstock ID 3146837
After heading almost straight up the entire hike with steep switchbacks and rope climbing sections, this view over Crescent Lake at the top is worth it!
Olympic National Park in August late afternoon, this is such a beautiful easy hike...
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The lighthouse at Serenity Point, five miles away down the spit, with Mount Baker looming majestically in the background.

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Where to stay in Olympic Peninsula

The beach view.
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Seabrook

If you're spending some time in Seabrook, Old Stump and Community Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Seabrook
Favorite place to stay on the peninsula.

White Creek

While White Creek isn't home to many top sights, Port Angeles Fine Art Center and Olympic National Park Visitor Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

White Creek
Beautiful day

Port Townsend Historic District

Unique features of Port Townsend Historic District include the waterfront views and shopping. Make a stop by Ann Starrett Mansion or Port Townsend Carnegie Library while you're exploring the area.

Port Townsend Historic District
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Peabody Creek

Peabody Creek might not have many top sights, but Port Angeles Ferry Terminal and Olympic National Park Visitor Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Peabody Creek
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Civic

Civic might not have many top sights, but Olympic National Park Visitor Center and Port Angeles Dream Playground are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Civic
Delicious pizza in Port Angeles. Always a family favorite! #food #pizza #portangeles #washingtonstate #

Cherry Hill

While Cherry Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port Angeles Ferry Terminal and Port of Port Angeles.

Cherry Hill
Quileute Oceanside Resort

Quileute Oceanside Resort

3 out of 5
330 Ocean Front Dr La Push WA
The price is AU$90 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$90
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in La Push. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions La Push Beach and Second Beach Trail are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (711 reviews)
Great Time!

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Quileute Oceanside Resort
Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor

Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor

3 out of 5
221 N Lincoln St Port Angeles WA
The price is AU$168 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
AU$168
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Port Angeles. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,539 reviews)
The room was clean. The staff was friendly and efficient. We didn’t receive a free breakfast. It would have been nice if the room had a brochure of things to do, places to eat , hotel amenities in it. Overall it was good.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor
Hood Canal, 1930's Beach Cottage,  315' Cove with Oysters!

Hood Canal, 1930's Beach Cottage, 315' Cove with Oysters!

Hoodsport WA
Stay at this cottage in Hoodsport. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Sunshine Creations Northwest and The Hardware Distillery ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Very clean and cozy, comfortable bed. We will definitely go back!

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hood Canal, 1930's Beach Cottage, 315' Cove with Oysters!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hoh Chalet A cozy cabin on the Olympic Peninsula

Hoh Chalet A cozy cabin on the Olympic Peninsula

Forks WA
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Forks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attraction Ruby Beach is located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
Cabin was just as advertised. Nice cozy little cabin with plenty of fire wood for the wood stove. Host was easy to get a hold of and responded quickly to any questions. Me and my family had a great time.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hoh Chalet A cozy cabin on the Olympic Peninsula
Olympic Nat. Park, Victoria ferry, 6 Adults, Dogs OK see below

Olympic Nat. Park, Victoria ferry, 6 Adults, Dogs OK see below

Port Angeles WA
Stay at this holiday home in Port Angeles. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Olympic National Park Visitor ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
This was a very charming vintage cottage and we loved it. There was plenty of space for the 7 family members who gathered there for a full Christmas dinner. The hosts at the Quality Inn were so friendly and quick to respond to and resolve a heat issue. Beds had quality linens and were very comfortable. ...

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Olympic Nat. Park, Victoria ferry, 6 Adults, Dogs OK see below

The Birch…Beautiful…Private…Cottage…loft…great for two…can sleep 5. Surprises

The Birch…Beautiful…Private…Cottage…loft…great for two…can sleep 5. Surprises

2 out of 5
Port Angeles WA
Stay at this holiday home in Port Angeles. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Olympic National Park Visitor Center and Port Angeles Fine Art Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
The host, David, was very kind and communicated well. The space was very cozy and I knew what to expect based on the photos. I really enjoyed using the kitchen, as it was well stocked with helpful supplies. The location is top-notch! I stayed here and loved having quick access to restaurants in Port ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Birch…Beautiful…Private…Cottage…loft…great for two…can sleep 5. Surprises
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Cities near Olympic Peninsula

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