Top Port Angeles Outdoor Activities

The glacial mountains, coastal rainforests, and wilderness of Olympic National Park lie about a 2-hour drive west of Seattle. With this tour, make your own way to Port Angeles, then set out on a guided minivan tour to the glacier-carved valley Lake Crescent. After admiring the views, enjoy an about 3-mile hike through the ancient forests to another natural wonder—Marymere Falls.

Embark on a breathtaking 3-hour whale watching and wildlife adventure, departing from the picturesque Port Townsend on the stunning Olympic Peninsula. This exciting tour offers you the chance to witness the majestic creatures of the sea up close, along with a variety of other wildlife, in their natural habitats.

Embark on an epic journey through the US West with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Explore the wonders of Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree, and marvel at the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. Each stop offers a unique experience. With bonus highlights like Old Faithful and Delicate Arch, this bundle guides you through the best of America’s western parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Have the special chance to explore Olympic National Park with a naturalist guide—and make your sightseeing logistics smooth and hassle-free—on this full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. With round-trip transit from your downtown hotel, getting to the UNESCO–listed park is made simple. From beaches to mountains to forests and beyond, experience the best of this spectacular landscape, seeing and doing more with your guide than you could alone.

For snow-capped vistas, ocean views, mazes of forests, and bubbling riverways, hop on the Olympic Discovery Trail. Staff fit you with the appropriate e-bike, helmet, and accessories, brief you on safety, and set you up for a ride into Washington’s blues and greens. Spend three to four hours scouting for wildlife, exploring Port Angeles, and sinking into the beauty of this otherworldly peninsula—the e-bike pedaling for you!

Set off on a full-day, small-group guided adventure through Olympic National Park, beginning with a scenic drive through Elwha Valley and around Lake Crescent to reach Sol Duc River Valley. Experience a guided hike to Sol Duc Falls, then explore the majestic Lake Crescent. After a stop at Port Angeles, ascend to Hurricane Ridge for breathtaking views and a guided hike through subalpine trails.

From alpine mountains and glacier-fed lakes to moss-draped rainforests and stunning coastal beaches–Olympic National Park has it all. Olympic National Park Tour not only takes you to the park’s most popular destinations like Hurricane Ridge, the Hoh Rainforest, and Ruby Beach, but it also includes numerous hikes, waterfalls, and hidden gems. Along the way, you’ll learn about the region’s fascinating history, local heroes, and champion trees and animals.

Olympic National Park is often called "three parks in one" thanks to its three types of ecosystems: lush old-growth forests, alpine meadows, and coastal beaches. This private hiking tour visits special destinations within the park, including the Hoh Rainforest, Ruby Beach, and the Tree of Life, with a naturalist guide who provides insight into the ecosystem, wildlife, and natural history.

Experiencing the Olympic Peninsula wouldn’t be complete without a little time on the water. Make an adventure out of it, and sail a living legend out of scenic Sequim Bay! Ingrid Princess is an ocean going, full keel ketch available for a variety of day sailing charters. Onboard this storied vessel, you will get the chance to take the helm, hoist the sails, and trim the sheets, while taking in majestic views, immersed in wildlife on the Salish Sea. Check out the variety of charter options we have to offer. If any of these outings don’t meet your needs, or the departure times conflict with your plans, you can make a customized sail plan with the captain. There is no experience necessary, but a sailing experience is what you will take away from an afternoon onboard the Ingrid Princess!

Our 6-day Young Adventurer's Program in Washington’s Olympic National Park is designed for participants ages 11-13 who are either new or experienced backpackers. (Youth will be grouped with like ages.) This adventure summer camp in Olympic National Park focuses on leadership and outdoor skill-building with teens camping and hiking beside high alpine lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and meadows. Most trips have an opportunity to summit peaks and/or partake in some spectacular sunsets among some breath-taking geological formations. Risk-taking and challenges complimented by fun and support from others lead to a positive and often life-changing adventure for all! Voted as one of the "Best Backpacking Programs for Youth out West," (by Outside Magazine) our Olympic Program was new in 2020 after expanding from Yosemite where we are the #1 guide service and summer camp. 2025 Dates: 6/22-6/27 6/29-7/4 7/6-7/11 7/13-7/18 7/20-7/25 7/27-8/1 8/3-8/8 8/10-8/15 8/17-8/22 8/24-8/29