By clicking "ACCEPT", you agree to be the terms and conditions of each 1 mile at Obstruction Pass Park, there are restrooms, and there is a trail down to the campsites. Not only is the truck camper easier to drive and can tow things like boats and Jeeps, but it also gets better Overnight backpacking and camping is closed until further notice. There is a summer only ranger station located on a side road 1 mile before. Be the first to start building the community consensus. Be sure to check the latest fire restrictions. It is easily ascended from the Obstruction Point-Deer Park Trail leading NE from the end of Obstruction Point Road, or via a direct cross-country hike and scramble from the road. Was very quiet on a Wed afternoon, even though Hurricane Ridge parking lot was overflowing. Found inside – Page 320By the obstruction of the northern and eastern sides of this ... The mode of operation proposed was to reach a point on the road where they could seize a ... Found inside... from two hundred feet down an embankment along Obstruction Point Road. ... Skokomish campgrounds, and the Big Creek Trailhead camping area to see if ... If the snow level is low enough, the access road may be open all the way to Obstruction Point; however, it is more likely that snow will keep the road closed, and you may need to begin your trek about half way between the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center and Obstruction Point. From Highway 101 turn onto S Race St. Check-in time is 2:30 p.m.Check-out time is 1 p.m. For fee information, check out our camping rates page. At the end of the route, there are 4 hiking trails ranging from a third of a mile to 7.5 miles, with overnight hike-in camping. The nine primitive campsites and one Cascadia Marine Trail campsite of Obstruction Pass State Park are the only first come, first serve campsites available on Orcas Island. Deer Park and Obstruction Point roads will remain closed at this time. Obstruction Point is a nearly 8-mile-long trail located on the Eastern side of the Olympic National Park. Hikers today seldom notice that stretches of scenic hiking trails at Staircase, the North and East Fork Quinault, West Elwha, Obstruction Point, Deer Park or Duckabush were at one time early roads. Do have a backup plan for a camping plan in August. Obstruction Point is located 24.8 miles from the Olympic National Park Visitor Center in Port Angeles. Obstruction Point Road and Hurricane Hill Road beyond the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center are open for day-use recreation. IMO you are making a mistake of not camping on the Ocean if you are talking August now. The beauty of many of the north coast trails in the Olympic Peninsula is that your car does a lot of the heavy lifting for you. Please plan accordingly when visiting the park. From the visitor center, follow Hurricane Ridge Road 17.3 miles to the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center; just before entering the lot, turn left onto Obstruction Point Road. The Queets Road remains closed at the Matheny Creek bridge due to a landslide. Peak summer visitation time at popular areas like Hurricane Ridge is from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm on holiday weekends. The Park is open year round for camping and daytime use. Found inside – Page 36With a base- camp, you get it all— wilderness, solitude, five-course meals ... Dan A. Nelson [getting there] From the end of the Obstruction Point Road near ... Parts of Olympic National Park were closed Sunday night after reports of an armed man. policy linked to above. Obstruction Pass State Park is an 76-acre primitive camping park on the south end of Orcas Island, south of Moran State Park. The Clallam County Sheriff's office said Monday there was information to suggest the individual in question had been using drugs and was suffering from possible mental duress. "There's no known immediate threat to local residents, at least at this point," Brian King, Clallam County chief criminal . The Mora area including Rialto Beach is now open. © 2021 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. To get to Obstruction Pass State Park you have to first get to Orcas Island (via the Washington State Ferries or some other means) and then follow the main Orcas Island Road all the way around to the East Side of the island, staying left onto Point Lawrence Road at the Catkin Cafe then bearing right onto Obstruction Pass Road following the signs to the State Park. Lots of traffic right now though with people heading to/from trailhead for hikes. All sites are first come, first served. The Cascadia Marine Trail campsite is for use by those arriving by human- and wind-powered watercraft only. The tallest peak, Mount Olympus, is nearly 8000 feet . adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly! Easy trail with beautiful views. Though most people flock to its bigger neighbor, Moran State Park, this property's quiet beauty is unsurpassed. Deer Park Road is located in the northern region of Olympic Peninsula, just a ten minutes east of Port Angeles, WA. The views of Mt. Continue onto Mt Angeles Rd for 0.2 mile. Campsites, yurts, cabins, and Kayak Kottage. Before Chapman's arrest, Hurricane Ridge Road and Obstruction Point Road were temporarily closed to the public, but have reopened. There are some amazing backcountry hiking opportunities at the end of this road! Found inside – Page 47Deer Park to Obstruction Point □ 47 find a way to leave a vehicle at both ends ... tricky path that drops about 300 feet in 0.7 mile to Roaring Winds Camp, ... It's closed seasonally. For individual use only, not to be shared. They park at Deer Park, you park at Obstruction Peak. Length 15.3 miElevation gain 2,664 ftRoute type Out & back. This book describes a 585 mile network of maintained trails in a wilderness ecosystem that stretches from the beaches of the Pacific to the heart of the Olympic Mountains. Day 1: Obstruction Point to Lost Pass. Ask the writer a question. Hurricane Ridge Road has reopened while Deer Park Road and Obstruction Point Road are still closed to the public. Along the route, take in the stunning views and make sure you can say you hiked Maiden Peak from Deer Park ! Found inside – Page 597... Flapjack Lakes N Fork Skokomish Rain Shadow Obstruction Point Three Forks Location (# on map) Length Difficulty Rating & Notes Campground Loop E (1) 4.0 ... The road to the trailhead is paved, with plenty of spots to pull over for early views of the mountains. Wander through the intoxicating Hoh Rain Forest, hike the many trails of Olympic National Park, camp beneath starry skies, or relax with a glass of local Washington wine Local insight from Washington-born journalist Jeff Burlingame on when ... View the answers. Drive 3.8 nerve-wracking miles to the small parking area on the left. Aside from the small public access location at Point Doughty, Obstruction Pass is the only waterside state park on Orcas Island with camping options and is the second largest state park on Orcas Island after Moran State Park. Moorage fees are charged year round for mooring at docks, floats, and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m. Moorage permits are available at parks offering moorage. Beautiful scenery. View from Obstruction Point Road in Olympic National Park Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Brewbooks Seattle. Obstruction Point is located 24.8 miles from the Olympic National Park Visitor Center in Port Angeles. Found inside – Page 74Beyond the campground the road climbs to Lookout Rock ( 8.8 mi / 14.2 km ; ca. ... the road climbs to a junction with the Obstruction Point Road ( 17.3 mi ... Check conditions before heading to Obstruction Point if that is your intended starting point or a necessary destination. Olympus and the park's deep river valleys, this short, narrow and winding ridgeline road packs a powerful scenic punch as it climbs to 6,150 feet. The Road will take a sharp right and then turn into Merrymac Lane follow this until it runs into Trailhead Road, which leads right into the Park. Both take roughly the same amount of time, but the ferry costs $22 for a car, drive, and one passenger (it's another $9 per adult and $4.50 per youth/senior). Obstruction Point Road. Obstruction Point is a nearly 8-mile-long trail located on the Eastern side of the Olympic National Park. Found inside – Page 34obstructed by traffic , roads , and other development in the Valley . ... concessioner stable , Camp 6 , Glacier Point campgrounds , roads through Ahwahnee ... If that's all not enough for you, head from the visitor center parking lot another 1,000 feet up Obstruction Point Road, which ends at a stunning overlook. It is often closed between October and April. Found inside – Page 215Waterhole Camp offers the last well - protected campsites on this tour . ... The final mile climbs to the end of Obstruction Point Road ( 6,150 feet ) ... Currently, Jon has been in 20 states with the Jeep, via family trips and his time in the navy. Note: there are no supplies including water available at the campsites. An easier hike is the Rainshadow Loop to the top of Blue Mountain right near the campground, which gives amazing views of Sequim and the surround region. The nearly one-million-acre Olympic National Park is located in the North-Western region of Washington state and comprised of Pacific coastline, the western temperate rainforest, drier forest to the East, and the mountainous region in the center. To get to Obstruction Pass State Park you have to first get to Orcas Island (via the Washington State Ferries or some other means) and then follow the main Orcas Island Road all the way around to the East Side of the island, staying left onto Point Lawrence Road at the Catkin Cafe then bearing right onto Obstruction Pass Road following the . Located on Orcas Island in the San Juan Islands, Obstruction Pass offers three moorage buoys. Mora Campground is In other park facility news, the Deer Park Road and campground are now opened for the summer season, along with the Hurricane Hill Road. Allow about an hour to drive to the top. The Deer Park Road is on the west side of Port Angeles and is well-marked on the park map. Obstruction Point Road reopened Thursday afternoon. It is the toughest time to find a campsite! Secluding primitive camping overlooking the only publicly accessible beach on Orcas Island. #41 Obstruction Peak Mountain Updated: 2020-02-08 is a 6,450 ft summit in the Olympic Mountains and is located in Clallam County of Washington state. Before Chapman's arrest, Hurricane Ridge Road and Obstruction Point Road were temporarily closed to the public, but have reopened. The weather and water was favorable for an overnight adventure to Blakely Island! Found insideMany tourers choose to camp in this area near Obstruction Point, with views back toward Hurricane Ridge and Mount Olympus. In summer, the road ends just ... Found inside175 INDEX South Fork Hoh River Road , 60 , 61 South Shore and East Fork ... 25 Hurricane Ridge - Obstruction Point Road , 25-26 Hurricane Ridge Road ... No camping is permitted at the trailhead. It is set within Olympic National Park and is situated at the eastern end of Obstruction Point Road which is a narrow eight mile dirt road on Hurricane Ridge. Sure, experienced truck camper people may find Obstruction Point Road less challenging due to its short, 8-mile length, yet I think most people tackling this drive will find it both nerve-wracking and exhilarating due to the epic views and . An easier hike is the Rainshadow Loop to the top of Blue Mountain right near the campground, which gives amazing views of Sequim and the surround region. Although it is usually open from mid-July to October, the road is subject to weather and damage closures without notice. Is Obstruction Point Road open? It's one of the most dangerous roads in Washington State and also one of the most beautiful. The road to the park boundary is paved but after that you're on a dirt road. It wasn't until Washington that things started to happen for Jon and his Jeep. From Hurricane Ridge, thrill-seeking drivers and mountain bikers may get a kick out of Obstruction Point Road, a twisting gravel road that continues (without guardrails!) Forget about camping at the end of Obstruction Point Road in August. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your Rocky viewpoints entice picnickers, birders, lovebirds and youthful explorers. The road is clear of snow and has been graded as far as Waterhole. From the Obstruction Point trailhead, hike east towards Elk Mountain. To get to the campsites (if you are not arriving by boat) you can take either the Sound View or Highland trails. Obstruction Point Road: the Scariest Road in Washington. Found insideThis camp also serves as a trailhead—for the Grand Ridge Trail, a 7.5-mile, one-way hike to Obstruction Point. It's the highest trail in Olympic National ... When is Obstruction Pass State Park open? There are a couple of easy options if you're coming from Seattle - drive around, or take the ferry to Bainbridge. Although it is usually open from mid-July to October, the road . The summit of Obstruction Peak is most attainable via the southern side, which is a gentle-sloped side of the peak, from the Obstruction Point Trailhead parking area. We want to acknowledge and thank the past, present, and future generations of all Native Nations and Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral lands we travel, explore, and play on. Due to multiple trails and an adjoining road along the upper slopes of Obstruction Peak, access to the summit can be both short and easy. It took him to Virginia, and then Washington. The park is one of the few spots on Orcas Island with access to more than one mile of publicly owned saltwater shoreline. From there a trek can be taken across Elk, Maiden, and Green Mountain to the Deer Park Ranger Station. • Retain year-round road access to Ozette. Obstruction Pass State Park is an 76-acre primitive camping park on the south end of Orcas Island, south of Moran State Park. Found insideProceed on Hurricane Ridge Road 17.5 miles. Just before large parking lot at Hurricane Ridge, make sharp left turn on Obstruction Point Road. Found inside – Page 248Obstruction Pass State Park (360-376-2326), just over 2 miles from Olga, ... and American Camp, just off Cattle Point Road, on the southeast end, ... The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. For the month of April, Hurricane Ridge Rd may open when road conditions, weather and staffing allow. Found inside – Page 142The Gray Wolf River road, FR 2880, leaves the lower Dungeness River road about 7 miles in ... A spur continues 7.8 miles SE to Obstruction Point (6150 ft). Obstruction Peak (6,450'/1966m). ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 11.3 mi. Obstruction Pass State Park is located on the bottom of Orcas Island's eastern 'horseshoe'. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, San Juan Islands state park brochure (PDF), A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington state parks. The Road will take a sharp right and then turn into Merrymac Lane follow this until it runs into Trailhead Road, which leads right into the Park. Found inside – Page 32Turn sharply left (south) onto the narrow, winding Obstruction Point Road. ... from Obstruction Point in the west to the Deer Park Camp— ground in the east. Rd Point Lawrence Rd Doe Bay ait Obstruction Pass Rd Pt Lawrence Pole Pass Rd Ship Peak Mt Woolard Enchanted Buck Mountain Camp Orkila Point Lawrence Rd McNallie Ln 25 35 25 35 35 30 40 25 25 35 35 35 25 25 35 35 25 Buoy Bay Rd Forest Rd Orcas Island 0 .5 1 2 N Miles Lopez From Seattle and SeaTac. Found insideFrom Hurricane Ridge, thrill-seeking drivers and mountain bikers may get a kick out of Obstruction Point Road, a twisting gravel road that continues ... Samuel Farlow. Centered in the pinnacle of the Pacific NW and growing up cruising around the small town of Quilcene, Jasmine grew with a fascination and passion for outdoors and travel, many of those adventures fueled by the family's 1998 Jeep Cherokee. The park was designated as the Olympic Forest Reserve by President Grover Cleveland in 1897, and ultimately as a national park in 1938 by President Franklin Roosevelt. Highways—notice should show what part of road is claimed to be obstructed. The Obstruction Point Road is Olympic National Park's highest elevation road, leading from Hurricane Ridge eight miles east to Obstruction Point at 6,150 feet. You arrive there after a 13-mile-long climb from Heart O' the Hills Ranger Station. Retain and defi ne the parking area at Ozette to prevent or reduce adjacent resource damage. Current status and road conditions are available by phone on the Road & Weather Hotline at 360-565-3131. . Once at Obstruction Point, you can take your pick from the trails that head further into the mountains. Trails that can be reached by this road include: Rain Shadow Loop, Deer Ridge, and Three Forks. Jon grew up in a small Wisconsin town. Found inside – Page 211Alternative camping is found at Moose Lake, 0.5 mile upvalley. ... The trailhead is located on the left side of Obstruction Point Road, 0.6 mile below the ... Found inside – Page 233One other road in this area , Obstruction Point Road , runs from the east side of ... campgrounds have accessible restrooms and one accessible campsite . It's a great way to experience the Olympic peaks that most will never know. It is safest to turn around first in the paved parking lot to approach the trailhead on the right. Any car can do it. The trail is primarily used for scenic driving and ohv/off road driving. Obstruction Peak is located at the eastern end of Hurricane Ridge. Found inside – Page 116In 1⁄2 mile head south on Obstruction Pass Road, and then in 1 mile take ... Marine Trail campsite Obstruction Pass State Park and Olga Dock Lime Kiln Point ... Motoring in on a bigger boat? Obstruction Point Road is open. Found inside – Page 893.0 Emergency camping area (fires allowed). ... Then turn left onto the gravel Obstruction Point Road. Drive 7.6 miles to a large but unmarked parking area. Drive 17.5 miles, almost to the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center, and turn left onto the unpaved Obstruction Point Road. From there, head East towards Elk Mountain, and take in the sweeping views of Moose Lake, Grand Lake, Mt Olympus, and more. Found inside – Page 206In fact if we really want the best views, the Obstruction Point Road is the place to go. ... Waterhole has plenty of room for sheltered camping with those ... Fire pits, picnic tables and toilets (composting) are provided. It was through this decision that the mostly stock Jeep received a refreshing upgrade after 15 years of driving. Hurricane Ridge Road has reopened while Deer Park Road and Obstruction Point Road are still closed to the public. Quinault Valley. Deer Park Road and the campground remained closed as of . Obstruction Point Road is open. Found inside – Page 193Day - trippers can enjoy a tour to Waterhole Camp ; overnighters can make the panoramic beauty of Obstruction Point their goal . From Port Angeles drive 17 ... Found inside – Page 94point the road narrows to little more than a one-track lane and climbs steeply ... along the ridge from the lookout on Hurricane Hill to Obstruction Point. Deer Park Road and the campground remained closed as of Thursday . From here continue east on Point Lawrence Road, turn right onto Obstruction Pass Road. It is typically open mid-July through mid-October. Opal waters lap at pebbly beaches, and madrone trees cling to bluffs. Passed a Kia Soul on my way in, so I knew I would be ok... Amazing views and road is in great shape. Opinion filed June 21, 1900. Found inside – Page 38The original road to Hurricane Ridge came from the Elwha Valley, turned up Salal Ridge at Whiskey Bend, and eventually ran 23 miles to Obstruction Point. This legacy of early road-building abounds in the Olympics. The narrow, gravel Obstruction Point Road continues 8 miles east along the ridge crest, ending at an elevation of 6,100 feet just below Obstruction Peak. One charged with obstructing a highway is entitled to be advised, from the commissioners' notice, what part of the road he is charged with obstructing. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from May until October. It is set within Olympic National Park and is situated at the eastern end of Obstruction Point Road which is a narrow eight mile dirt road on Hurricane Ridge. Found inside – Page 221Camping is limited between May 1 and September 30; 50 percent of campsites can be ... Turn left onto Obstruction Point Road, a gravel road, just before the ... The road normally ends at the Queets Campground, a rustic camp that is also a staging area for spring steelhead fishing, but a major mud slide in 2005 has blocked road access above Matheny Creek, approximately halfway to the campground. Staircase Ranger Station in Olympic National Park (at the end of Staircase Road — USFS 24) on the western end of Lake Cushman near Hoodsport, 98548. Hurricane Ridge Road and Obstruction Point Road were temporarily closed to the public, but have reopened. Pass the intersection with the northern end of the Badger Valley Trail. There are several places to park (if you are making a loop): at the entrance to the campground, at the Three Forks trailhead by the walk-in campsites or next to the ranger station and the trailhead for Obstruction Point. Found inside – Page 13Obstruction Point Trail . ... Turn right and follow this road 18 miles to the campground. The last 9 miles are smooth gravel but very steep, ... Deer Park Road and the campground remained closed as of Thursday afternoon. From the visitor center, follow Hurricane Ridge Road 17.3 miles to the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center; just before entering the lot, turn left onto Obstruction Point Road. We made our way across Rosario Straight and toward James Island (20 minutes of boating), where we made our first stop for a short hike. 10. Self-Registration Permits for non-quota areas can be obtained after business hours seven days a week. There are four composting toilets, two in the campground, two at the trailhead), and you must pack in your own water as there is no potable water available at the campsites. Date: May 15, 2015 Contact: Barb Maynes, 360-565-3005 Contact: Rainey McKenna, 360-565-2985 The first three miles of the eight-mile long Obstruction Point Road is open to public access. Starting Point: v. The Town of Camp Point. Please note: There is no potable water at this park, and it is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out location. What this means is that you can find solitude and quiet, *and* make a visit to the only publicly owned beach on the island. The Hoh Campground is open. No restroom is available. From the Deer Park ranger station, head downhill on an old road grade. Staying near the right side of the large "bowl" on Kitty Kat's east face, ascend steep Class 2 terrain ( 16 and 17 ) for 600' to reach the top, where you'll see the summit of Columbia Point . United States . on the trail Done in its entirety and all the way out-and-back, this is a very strenuous 15 mile hike with nearly 2,000 feet of elevation gain along all of Grand Ridge in the Olympics. When is Obstruction Pass State Park open? Find hikes, backpacking, photo spots, and more around Olga. 353 South Shore Rd., Quinault, WA 98575. Winter season operations ended March 28. I've visited the Olympic Peninsula about a dozen times over the years, and I always find myself craving more after each trip. Cape Flattery Byway. Like the Obstruction Point Road, the Deer Park road is suitable for passenger cars, but I'd advise against RVs. Found inside – Page 253Turn left on Obstruction Point Road and drive approximately 7 miles to the ... over three passes before finally nestling into camp in subalpine meadows . A remote, interior starting point for the Olympics. Summary: Obstruction Point provides you incredible access into the heart of the Olympic Mountain range.It is reached via an 8 mile gravel road from the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center.Two important points: 1) it is a very narrow, windy road that can be an intimidating drive; 2) it is closed during each winter season due to snow. The Cascadia Marine Trail campsite is for use by those arriving by human- and wind-powered watercraft only. Same—when description of place obstructed . After joining the navy, the family Jeep followed Jon down to Georgia and became his own. enhance and customize your user experience, and to analyze how our Water is not available at the park. Hurricane Ridge Road. The trail starts high along the scenic Lillian Ridge and then drops down to the Badger Valley to Grand and Moose Lakes. From here continue east on Point Lawrence Road, turn right onto Obstruction Pass Road. Constructed in the 1940s, this groomed dirt road is Olympic National Park's highest elevation road. Make a sharp left turn onto Obstruction Point Rd and follow it 7.7 miles to its end and the trailhead (6,100 ft). Camping. Meet in the middle and exchange keys. Reaching elevations above 6,000 feet, sections of the Obstruction Point Road are still covered with eight to nine feet of snow, with higher drifts in some areas. Cold is a relative term when talking about swimming in the Olympics. This should be a top priority for anyone who wants to see the Olympics' scenery. It's famous for hiking, camping, and of course, for a legendary Olympic Peninsula road trip. Over time, Jon and Jasmine realized that they wanted to use the Jeep to tackle harder trails, and spend weekends in ORV parks. Start out on level ground that becomes an ascent, eventually turning northwards. Hurricane Hill Trail will remain open until the final phase of the trail project — paving — begins in July. Tie up to a mooring buoy, and enjoy a night on the water. Obstruction Point Road begins at the start of the parking area for the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center and quietly drops-off the . Jon hopes to travel to every state with his Jeep, including Alaska and Hawaii. . This road is steep, narrow, and unpaved in places. Access to Obstruction Point is gained following a ridge-line hike of 7.4 miles one way. Follow this road 7.5 miles to the trailhead. Obstruction Peak is located at the eastern end of Hurricane Ridge. The trail includes information about the geology, ecology and the cultural significance of Obstruction Pass and Orcas Island. You also agree to the storing of cookies on It is 15 miles round trip and rated as strenuous. Truck Camper Trumps Other Types of RVs . To access the trailhead, follow the Obstruction Point Road from the Visitor Center parking lot. Leave Obstruction's summit and continue west down the Class 2/2+ ridge to reach the saddle between Obstruction and Kitty Kat Carson/Columbia Point - 15. Found inside• 100 routes, reorganized and reviewed for this edition • 15 all-new routes • New photographs throughout Snowshoe Routes: Washington, 3rd Edition puts you on the 100 best trails in the state, all within easy driving from major cities! Found inside – Page 51... Hot Springs HURRICANE RIDOS MI APPLGION OBSTRUCTION HURRICANE POINT HILL ... Kurtz Reflection North MARTIN LITTON Girl Scouts make camp at one of the. for another 8 mi (13 km) along the crest from the parking lot. Because Obstruction Pass only has 10 campsites and three buoys, overnighters will feel like they have this spot in the San Juan Islands all to themselves. Watch your speed, particularly in the narrower section. Reservations are recommended between May 1 and September 30. After a road trip from Seattle to San Diego in a 1996 Jetta, a 4WD truck would be the next step in going further in photographing the wild places of the West. Sol Duc Road, Deer Park Road, Obstruction Point Road, and Hurricane Hill Road are all closed to vehicles for the winter season. You may have heard of Obstruction Point in Olympic National Park. I'd rate it up there with the Johnson Ridge Road at Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument. Length 13.9 miElevation gain 3,244 ftRoute type Out & back. There are several interconnected trails in the part but Sound View Trail is the only one that leads to an epic vie... From Washington Park in Anacortes, Washington we launched our 19' Beachcraft with a deep hull into Puget Sound on a beautiful blue sky morning. But I really want to visit the Olympic national park before I leave Washington. Permits/Reservations: Camping is limited year round, permits must be obtained from the Wilderness Information Center. The road ends approx. This two day, 16-mile backpacking trip can be accomplished as a loop. The park has nine primitive campsites, one Cascadia Marine Trail campsite, and four composting toilets (two in the campground, two at the trailhead). There are several interconnected trails in the park (including Sound View) and the Highlands Trail takes you acros... Obstruction Pass State Park is something of a hidden gem on Orcas Island given that its nearby neighbor, Moran State Park, gets most of the tourist attention. Slight right onto Hurricane Ridge Rd for 17.7 miles. Lieber Haven Resort and Marina offers camping supplies, groceries, forgotten items and treats at their Obstruction Pass Store as well as kayak and boat rentals, free public phone, visitor information and maps. The Park is open year round for camping and daytime use. This is a high mountain road topping out at 1.822m (5,977ft) above the sea level weaving along tight corners and steep drops. 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