Hurricane Ridge
Hurricane Ridge rises from Port Angeles into Olympic subalpine meadow, exposing a broad sequence of glacial valleys, high peaks, rapidly changing weather, and seasonal road access.
Artwork inspired by Abby Williams Hill
Hurricane Ridge rises from Port Angeles to subalpine meadows and broad views across glacier-cut Olympic peaks, making elevation, weather, and exposure visible within a relatively short drive.
A lodge fire changed the visit: there is no indoor lodge, food service, or potable water at the ridge. Utility work can reroute meadow paths or temporarily affect the main parking area, so check current park alerts before driving uphill.
- Setting
- Port Angeles, Washington
- Park pass
- Olympic National Park entrance pass required
- Allow
- 1–4 hours
Quick guide
- Begin
- Check Hurricane Ridge Road status before leaving Port Angeles
- Do not miss
- Trace meadow, glacial valley, and high peaks from one viewpoint
Use scale to understand Hurricane Ridge
- Read the weather first
- Check the recorded road status before climbing; cloud, wind, snow, construction, or a full lot can change access while Port Angeles remains clear.
- Use the ridge scale
- Start at an established viewpoint and trace the sequence from subalpine meadow to glacial valleys and the highest Olympic peaks.
- Choose one trail
- Match Hurricane Hill, a short meadow route, or an overlook to the group’s footing, weather margin, and available water.
- Arrive self-contained
- Carry water, food, layers, and sun protection; use the temporary contact station when staffed and expect no indoor visitor space.
Good to know
There is no permanent indoor lodge, food service, or dependable potable water at Hurricane Ridge. Review alerts and the road recording, bring everything needed, and expect parking-area or utility work to alter the visit.
Notice these
- Olympic alpine terrain and broad views from sea
- ridge viewpoints and short meadow trails near the
- 1–4 hours