Learn About the Park

Black bear crosses a meadow.

Nature

Olympic National Park encompasses three distinctly different ecosystems:glacier-capped mountains, Pacific coast, and temperate rain forests.

Two researchers use equipment to measure tide pools.

Science and Research

Park scientists work with academic partners, as well as federal, state, and tribal agencies to study and monitor park resources.

Park biologist plants a fir tree sapling.

Elwha River Restoration

Discover the history and science of the largest dam removal in U.S. history.

Ranger Crisler in uniform with woman on his arm.

History and Culture

Interwoven throughout the park's outstanding and diverse landscape: an array of cultural and historic sites representing over 12,000 years.

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Education

Olympic offers a wealth of educational and learning opportunities for teachers, parents, scout and youth leaders.

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Kids and Youth

Take a virtual tour of the park, make your own salmon hat, learn about how to volunteer or become a Jr. Ranger.

Two visitors look over the Buglar in front of the Visitor Center.

News

Stay connected to current events at Olympic. Browse news releases and get a copy of the park newspaper.

Snow plow blows snow up and out of the way.

Management

Learn about the work that happens behind-the scenes, the laws and policies that guide park management, and park statistics.

Olympic National Park photographer setting up for a photo.

Photos and Multimedia

Experience Olympic virtually. Browse photo albums, check our webcams, watch videos and learn about the science happening behind the scenes.

Last updated: November 30, 2016

Contact the Park

Mailing Address:

600 E. Park Avenue
Port Angeles, WA 98362

Phone:

(360) 565-3130

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