4-day Backpacking Trip in Olympic National Park

Join a certified mountain guide on this amazing 4-day hiking adventure, in the sublime scenery of Olympic National Park.

Group

4 Days

Jun - Oct

Intermediate

Beginner

Highlights

Enjoy stunning views of Mount Olympus.
Hike to the top of of Bogachiel Peak
Explore some of the park’s oldest growth hemlock and fir trees.

Description

Hiking through Olympic National Park is the perfect way to sample the stunning beauty of the Pacific Northwest!

Over the course of four days, we will make our way through valleys, over waterfalls and up to the top of mountains. There will never be a dull moment as we camp each night on the shores of a different lake.

We begin our trip with a four hour drive from our meeting point in Richmond to the Sol duc Trailhead. From there we hike for a bit more than three miles to our first campsite at Deer Lake.

Along the way we will pass the spectacular Sol duc Falls and begin a fairly steep ascent to Deer Lake. By the top of the trail, most of the day hikers have gone home and we will be more secluded in this sublime nature.

On the second day, we will travel through a forest, enjoying lovely views from the occasional break in the trees. We will then make our way down to Lunch Lake and enjoy a nice and refreshing swim. After exploring a bit more of the area, we hunker down here for the night.

The next day, we hike up onto the High Divide Trail, enjoying views down into the valley floor below. We will eventually reach the Hoh Lake junction and take the path leading up to the summit of Bogachiel Peak, which will be our highest elevation of the trip, and where we receive stunning views of Mount Olympus.

On the final day, we will descend back to where we started through a lush forest composed of the park’s oldest growth hemlock and fir trees. The trail will eventually become more familiar as we approach the trailhead and our adventure will end.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this beautiful four-day hike through some of Washington’s most spectacular scenery!

If you like the look of this trip then we think you might also enjoy our 4-day backpacking trip in Mount Rainier National Park!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Tents

Price details

Price does not include lunch. Please note gratuities for guides and transportation from your hotel/airport to the trailhead and back are not included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Redmond to Deer Lake

We will head out from our meeting point in Redmond to the Sol duc Trailhead, which will take about four hours. Then we will hike from the trailhead to Deer Lake, which is about 3.4 miles with a 1,645 foot elevation gain.

Day 2: Deer Lake to Lunch Lake

We will hike for about 4.2 miles from one campsite to the next, gaining 494 feet of elevation along the way.

Day 3: Lunch Lake to Heart Lake (or Sol Duc Park)

We will hike along the High Divide trail, with great views fo the valley floor below, for about 3.4 miles. We will only gain 274 feet of elevation today.

Day 4: Heart Lake (or Sol Duc Park) to Sol duc Trailhead

Today we will hike the 7.1 miles back to the trailhead. Along the way we will lose 2,868 feet of elevation.

Details

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Minimum age of 13 is required for this trip.

Meeting point

Miyar Adventures and Outfitter store in Redmond, Washington

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Lake Crescent Lodge Port Angeles Washington USA

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Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Port Angeles Washington USA

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Olympic Lodge Port Angeles Washington USA

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About the guide

Miyar

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Guide Agency

At Miyar Adventures, we know that every trip is as much about discovering yourself as it is about discovering the world. Miyar was founded because of our passion for climbing - a passion we will strive to share with you whether you join us for a trip close to home or in a remote corner of the Himalayas.

We strive to be your trusted companion as you chase your life-long dreams. We believe it is our duty to ensure that you are safe and that you have fun every time you climb with us.

We want to make climbing accessible to all adventure-seekers, regardless of their age and climbing background. And when we go climbing with seasoned climbers, we make sure they have enough of a challenge.

Miyar's guides have relevant training through the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) for the terrain in which they guide. This includes training in rock climbing, ice climbing, glacier travel, and snow sports, as well as avalanche training and Wilderness First Responder or higher level medical certification.

Languages

Hindi | English

Certificates

AMGA

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What people are saying about Miyar

Gillian

Sandeep and his wife, Jasmine, are lovely guides! We did a 1 day intro to rock climbing excursion with them and we had a great time! They communicated well and provided us with a fun and safe day of climbing. They chose routes based on our experience and taught us a lot. I highly recommend hiring Miyar Adventures. We have already shared their info with friends and family.

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I took the Mountaineering skills course (5 days) in Baker. I learned so much about Glacier travel, rope management, crevasse rescue, and much more! Glen, our guide was awesome and highly knowledgeable. We also got to summit Mt. Baker during the course which was the most magical part! I HIGHLY recommend them!

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