Hike Queets River Trail, Olympic National Park, Washington

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The Queets River Trail is 15.8 miles to end of trail. A river ford is required to access the Queets from the trailhead. This crossing can be difficult or impossible during periods of heavy rain or snow melt. It is commonly waist deep in summer. The Lower Queets Road provides access as far as Matheny Creek; the road is closed beyond that due to a major land slide. The area within 1/4 mile of the land slide is closed to public entry due to unsafe conditions. Permits/Reservations: Obtain permits at the WIC in Port Angeles or at the South Shore Lake Quinault Ranger Station, located next to Lake Quinault Lodge. No reservations necessary. Food Storage Method: Bear canisters are recommended in this area. All food, garbage, and scented items must be hung at least 12 feet high and 10 feet out from the nearest tree trunk or stored in bear canisters. Campsites: Spruce Bottom, Bob Creek, gravel bars Toilet Facilities: None. Bury waste 6-8" deep and 200 feet from water sources and campsites. Please pack out toilet paper. Water Source: Queets River and tributary streams. Always boil, filter, or chemically treat your drinking water to prevent Giardia.

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