Timeline
13:48
Drive up Hurricane Ridge. The road climbs through the forest to 5000 feet. Arrive early enough to park and grab a coffee or snack from the temporary facilities at the visitor center area before heading out.
15:48
Walk the Hurricane Hill Trail. It is a short 3-mile round trip on a paved path with 700 feet of gain. You will reach a high point with panoramic views of the mountains and sea just as the golden light begins.
16:48
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The sky will darken over the Olympic Mountains.
17:33
Head back down the ridge. Check the route for the drive down if you need specific navigation assistance.
Local tip
The historic visitor center burned down in 2023, so services are limited to temporary facilities. Bring your own food and water if you plan to stay longer than the drive allows.
Check before you go
- Park pass required for Hurricane Ridge.
- Roads are 24-hour in summer but weekend weather permitting in winter. Check conditions before you go.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Port Angeles (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).