Olympic National Park News
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Olympic National Park begins approximately $11 million rehabilitation of the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge
March 20, 2023 | 8:21 am
In spring 2023, Olympic National Park will begin rehabilitation of the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge, an approximately $11 million project funded through the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA). In preparation for this project, the Hurricane Ridge area of the national park will be temporarily closed to the public. Public access to Hurricane Ridge will resume on Memorial Day Weekend. Visitors to Hurricane Ridge will notice some changes to operations during construction.
Early end to some winter visitor services at the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge
February 17, 2023 | 8:56 am
Beginning on February 24, 2023, the Hurricane Ridge Mountain View Café, Gift Shop & Rental Shop, operated by Aramark Sports and Entertainment Service, LLC, an authorized concessioner, will be closed in preparation for the upcoming rehabilitation of the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge.
Inclement Weather Causes Closures at Olympic National Park
January 11, 2023 | 3:22 pm
On Thursday, January 12, 2023, campgrounds and roads in the western part of Olympic National Park will be closed due to incoming inclement weather.
Olympic National Park announces entrance fee-free days for 2023
December 12, 2022 | 9:23 am
Olympic National Park will have five entrance fee-free days in 2023. On those days of commemoration or celebration, all National Park Service entrance fees throughout the country will be waived for all visitors.
Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge to undergo major rehabilitation with funding from the Great American Outdoors Act
December 7, 2022 | 9:23 am
Funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), Olympic National Park recently awarded an approximately $10.8 million construction contract to upgrade the Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge. The project includes interior and exterior repairs that will bring this facility into compliance with current building safety, fire, and accessibility codes.
Sport fishing regulation changes in Olympic National Park will protect wild steelhead
December 1, 2022 | 2:24 pm
Due to significant and ongoing conservation concerns, the Queets and Salmon Rivers will remain closed to sport fishing to protect wild steelhead populations. Additionally, the Quinault River within Olympic National Park will be closed to fishing on December 1, 2022.
Utility upgrades planned for Heart O’ the Hills Campground
November 30, 2022 | 8:08 am
In spring 2023, Olympic National Park will be rehabilitating the water and wastewater systems for the Heart O' the Hills Campground. The campground and Heart O' the Forest Trail will be closed during construction. The contract for this work was awarded in fall 2022.
Olympic National Park shares “top ten tips” for fun and safe winter recreation
November 9, 2022 | 8:34 am
As winter comes to the Pacific Northwest, national park rangers share their tips and recommendations for visitors planning a wintry visit to Olympic National Park. While winter weather may bring increased road hazards and some closures, it can also be a special time to experience this Northwest national park.
Search underway for missing hiker Laura Macke
November 3, 2022 | 3:26 pm
A search is currently underway for a hiker reported missing at 10 am on November 2, 2022. Laura Macke is a 35-year-old female, 5’6” tall, 200 pounds with curly, light brown hair in a bob cut. Macke had a backcountry permit for October 30-31, 2022 and was traveling solo with an intended route to the Enchanted Valley Chalet. She indicated that she would still be in the backcountry on November 1 but has not returned. Macke is known to hike in a black and white striped shirt, black rain jacket and maroon colored puffy jacket.
Emergency closure of recreational fishing in most rivers and streams ends on November 1
October 31, 2022 | 2:02 pm
An emergency closure of recreational fishing in many rivers and streams at Olympic National Park will end at 12:01 am, November 1, 2022. The Queets and Salmon Rivers will remain closed to recreational fishing until further notice.