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Washington

West Elwha Trail

2.7 mi

Distance

1,996 ft

Gain

1h 28m

Time

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What we do know

  • Inside Olympic National Park

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  • No access route mapped

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Elevation & route

Distance
2.7 mi
Elevation gain
1,996 ft
Elevation loss
1,996 ft
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Managing agency
National Park Service

About this trail

West Elwha Trail is a 2.69-mile out-and-back hike in Washington with 1,155 feet of elevation gain. The trail follows the Elwha River through the Elwha Valley, offering views of the river and surrounding forest.

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Elwha RV Park

Hiking business nearby (~6 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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Salish Trails Campground

Hiking business nearby (~15 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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John Wayne's Waterfront Resort

Hiking business nearby (~26 mi away) — hasn't claimed their Roamze page yet

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