4-Day Olympic Backpacking - Sol Duc and the Seven Lakes Basin
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4 days
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See the famous Sol Duc waterfall, traverse the Seven Lakes basin, travel through incredible old-growth forests, and view the high alpine peaks of Olympic National Park, all in one trip! This trip will allow you to see so much that Olympic has to offer. As you travel through the largest concentration of glacial lakes in the park, you will also be able to see wildflowers, marmots, and even mountain goats. This hike into the mountains will reward you with outstanding photo opportunities as well as the peaceful quiet of the high country.
Travel with a top-rated guide service (over 1200 5-star reviews online & #1 operator in Yosemite National Park) which is also a non-profit. Your participation helps us provide scholarships for less-privileged youth to participate in our summer backpacking series.
2026 Dates:
7/18-7/21
8/1-8/4
8/15-8/18
8/29-9/1
9/12-9/15
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
2026 Dates: 7/18-7/21, 8/1-8/4, 8/15-8/18, 8/29-9/1, 9/12-9/15
All dates remain tentative until confirmed in mid-April.
What To Expect
Meet/Greet- Sol Duc Campground
Accommodations
Tent Camping -Campsite
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Olympic National Park
Meet your guide at 4pm at the Sol Duc Campground. Get acquainted with everyone in your group as you go over what to pack and what to leave behind. Settle in for the night under the forest canopy and get a great night of sleep listening to the creek as you dream about the adventure ahead.
Seven Lake Basin
Accommodations
Tent - Backcountry wilderness camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Sol Duc Falls
After breakfast in camp we will partake in morning stretches before hiking along some of the best trails in Olympic National Forest. Start with a short stop at the famously picturesque Sol Duc Falls before challenging yourself among trails full of breathtaking views and vistas. Camp by one of the the high alpine lakes in the region.
Breathtaking Lakes & Vistas
Accommodations
Tent - Backcountry wilderness camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
High Divide
After a warm breakfast, we will pack up camp and continue exploriung the beauty that Olympic has to offer. Todays hike takes us along the High Divide Trail offering sweeping views of snow-covered mountains far and wide with carpets of wildflowers and the opportunity to spot the adorable Olympic Marmot or potentially some Elk. Again we will enjoy a spectacular sunset and dinner in our campsite.
Sol Duc River
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Sol Duc Falls
On our last day we will wake up in an amazing location, have a hearty breakfast before packing up, and hike the last miles downhill to the trailhead.
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4-Day Olympic Backpacking - Sol Duc and the Seven Lakes Basin
What‘s Included
Professional Outdoor Educators & Guides
Use of Backpacks, Sleeping Bags/Pads, Tents, Trekking Poles, Eating Gear
Gratuities
Olympic National Park Entry Fees
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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