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USA Eagle Point - Olympic NP

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During winter or spring Eagle Point and Obstruction Point make for an excellent day trip or backpacking destination which offers views of spectacular mountain ridges, great sunset, and amazing star gazing opportunities.

Permit is required for all overnight trips in Olympic National Park and it can be obtained at the ranger station in Port Angeles which lies directly en route to the trailhead.

The route is popular with both skiers and snowshoers.

Please check avalanche forecast before heading into the backcountry.

During summer, this area is known for abundance of wildflowers and wildlife.

Photography Tips

Wide angle lens is great to capture the landscape. ND Grad might help with dynamic range during sunset.

Travel Information

When snow is still present overnight parking is not allowed at Hurricane Ridge. The park service has a spot reserved for this trip about 3 miles down the road and often offers free shuttle from the parking spot up the hill.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing All timings are equally good

Sunrise & Sunset 07:58 - 16:25 | current local time: 23:13

Photo Themes Mountains National Park stars

Locations Olympic NP Olympic Penninsula Hurricane Ridge Obstruction Point

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