Half Day Guided Tour of Olympic National Park

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

This half day tour of Olympic National Park is the perfect itinerary for an afternoon of explorations. With short drive times, maximize your time in nature at two iconic destinations close to Port Angeles. The first sightseeing stop at the Elwha River Valley includes a short walk (0.2 miles) to view Madison Falls. Lake Crescent is the centerpiece of the itinerary with a 2-mile guided hike to Marymere Falls, a stunning 90-foot waterfall. Enjoy the rest of your time at Lake Crescent inside the historic lodge or along nearby shoreline trails.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Olympic Hiking Co. operates the tour rain or shine. Cancellations due to weather not permitted.

Weather forecast can be unpredictable, please bring extra warm layers and/or water resistant outwear.

Guests must be Age 10 or older. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Our meet-up location is in Port Angeles, WA, which is the main epicenter for exploring Olympic National Park. Please note that this is about a 3 hour one-way trip from Seattle.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Commercially Authorized Tour Guide

Roundtrip transportation in 12/15 passenger van

Gratuities

What To Expect

Madison Creek Falls

Short guided walk to Madison Falls (0.2 miles) and nearby forested trails.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Marymere Falls

Explore the old-growth forests surrounding Lake Crescent on a 2-mile guided hike to Marymere Falls, a stunning 90-foot waterfall.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

4 Hour Guided Tour

4 Hour Guided Tour: This guided tour features sightseeing and hiking at the Elwha River, Lake Crescent, and Salt Creek County Park.

Reviews

5.00

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Perfect intro to Olympic National Park waterfalls
662jenniec,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ben is very knowledgeable and an excellent guide. i only wish the couple behind me didn't chat so loudly in their native language so I can hear Ben better.
Memorable day at ONP
EugeniaMacc,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was my first time visiting the area and I was traveling solo. The group tour was perfect. Eric was an excellent tour guide. I learned a lot about the different trees, lichens, plants, and history of the area. I highly recommend it!
It was such a great...
Greg R,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was such a great introduction to the park. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about everything. Highly recommend.
3 course tour
Lise P,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic! Our guide knew so much about the area , beautiful 💛 I learnt so much about the fauna and locals
Half Day Tour.
marjorieh676,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the excursion and Eric was great. He was so helpful when things got challenging on the steps. I’m glad I made the climb. I do admit it was a challenge at my age. Eric made it so easy for all of us to get to know each other, such nice people.
Daniel was very...
Margaret R,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Daniel was very knowledgeable about the history, plants, wildlife. Very attentive to everyone on the tour. Will book again.
Great guide
lisep2018,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Perfect way to learn and see Olympic national park. Super easy little hike to the water fall marymere and a tonne of info about the history/nature in the park. The forest was lovely
Beautiful area
Clarann K,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Although this was more hiking than we're used to, it wasn't overwhelming. Beautiful day in awesome surroundings. Daniel was fun and informative.
Two for the Price of One
Kathy T,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a great experience, even before the tour started we were greeted with friendly faces and an overall talk of what to expect! We were introduced to our Guide, not only was he LOCAL but an Environmental Science teacher.. so we knew we were in great hands.. trekking off to see Washingtons’ sites ..after loading up in a luxury van, we were informed of Port Angeles surroundings of the town as well as what we signed up for to tour..the ride was nice, the hike was great and easy and the waterfalls were amazing..also with the “local” knowledge we were able to see things we did not know existed!! The tour company group were friendly and extremely knowledgeable..two for the price of one!! Loved it..thank you
The longer walk at...
Rodney M,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The longer walk at Merrymere Falls is well worth the effort. It was the best of the three stops. Guide was helpful and passionate about the forest