Brian Saunders

Roaring Winds Camp

Notices
Description
Trail Conditions
Camping
Special Concerns
Safety
Map

Notices:

• Once snow melts, there is no water along this trail.
• Camping is only allowed at Roaring Winds Camp. Reservations required.
• Ice axes recommended for traversing slope at the top of the Badger Valley Way Trail when snow covered.
• Bear canisters required for food storage at Roaring Winds due to lack of trees for hanging food.

Description

Ecosystem Type: Alpine meadow subalpine forest
Trail Tread Types: Maintained
General Elevation Trend: moderate
Unique Features: Highest trail in the park
Level of Difficulty: moderate
Distance: 7.4 miles 
Elevation Change: 6100 ft. to 5400 ft.
Best Season: Early July through October
Stock: Open to stock - trailers not recommended on the Deer Park or Obstruction Point Roads 

Camping

Permits/Reservations: Camping is limited between May 1 and September 30. Obtain permits at the WIC in Port Angeles during business hours. 
Food Storage Method: Bear canisters are required.
Location and sites: Roaring Winds Camp only
Toilet Facilities:  No toilets. In Bury waste 6-8" and 200 ft from water sources and campsites. Please pack out toilet paper. 
Water Source: None
Stock: Camping with stock prohibited on this trail.

Special Concerns

Leave No Trace: Leave No Trace of your stay to protect vegetation and prevent further camping regulations. Camp in designated site only.
Campfires: No campfires along this trail. To protect sensitive vegetation, campfires are not allowed above 3,500 feet.
Respect Wildlife: To protect bears and other wildlife, all food, garbage and scented items must be secured from all wildlife 24 hours a day. Bear canisters required in this area.

Safety

• In early season several steep snow slopes exist along this trail.
• An ice ax may be required for much of the spring and early summer.
• It may also be difficult to follow sections of trail due to snow.
• Map and compass skills may also be required during much of the spring and early summer.