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	Grand Valley General Location: 14 miles south of Port Angeles near Obstruction Point. Hurricane Ridge/Obstruction Point area Trailhead: Obstruction Point Trailhead Notices: Permits for this area must be obtained at the Wilderness Information Center (WIC) in Port Angeles.	Be a Wilderness Steward. Always Leave No Trace of your stay in the wilderness. The Needles and Mt. Deception from Grand Pass Trail. Camp Area Map
	Description
	Ecosystem type: Subalpine meadow, subalpine lake basin Trail tread types: Well-maintained General elevation trend: Steep River crossings: A few small creek crossings. Be prepared to get your feet wet. Unique features: Wildflowers, wildlife, mountain vistas Level of difficulty: Moderate Distance: 3.7 miles to Grand Lake, 1/2 mile from Grand Lake to Moose Lake. Elevation change: 6,100 feet to 4,700 feet Best Season: Mid July through September
	Trail Conditions
	Grand Pass Trail Badger ValleyTrail Cameron Creek Trail Obstruction Point to Deer Park Trail Cameron Pass Trail
	Camping
	Permits/Reservations: Camping is limited between May 1 and September 30. Obtain permits at the WIC in Port Angeles during business hours. 50% of campsites can be reserved, no more than 30 days in advance. Contact the WIC. Food Storage Method: Community bear wires are available at Grand Lake and Moose Lake. Bear canisters are recommended in some nearby areas. Location and sites: Grand Lake, Moose Lake Toilet Facilities: A solar composting toilet is available at Grand Lake and Moose Lake. In other areas, bury waste 6-8" and 200 ft from water sources and campsites. Water Source: Grand Creek, Grand Lake, Moose Lake - Always boil, filter or chemically treat your drinking water to prevent getting Giardia. Stock: Allowed - day use only. Trailers not permitted on the Obstruction Point Road. No camping above 3,500 ft.
	Special Concerns
	Leave No Trace: Leave No Trace of your stay to protect vegetation and prevent further camping regulations. Camp in designated sites only in Grand Valley. Fires: No campfires in Grand Valley. 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.
	Safety
	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 summer. Privacy & Disclaimer Author: Bryan Bell Last modified on: August 5, 2006 www.nps.gov/olym/wic/dgrva.htm