Sol Duc Falls
- Latitude : 47.9514
- Longitude : - 123.8191
A stunning signature falls of national prominence in Olympic National Park.
Location
Olympic National Park at the end of Sol Duc Road after a 0.8 mile hike.
Travel Instructions
Drive west from Fairholm on Highway 101 approximately 1.8 miles to the road for Sol Duc Hot Springs. Drive approximately 14 miles up the road to the parking lot at the Sol Duc Trailhead. Hike on an easy trail 0.8 miles, just past the rebuilt CCC era Canyon Creek Shelter (aka Sol Duc Shelter) and you will see (and hear) the falls, viewable up close on a bridge crossing the Sol Duc River.
Notes
This is a great year-round falls. In contrast to most falls on the Olympic Peninsula, this one is viewed from above stream level. In the rainy season and early spring runoff this falls can be spectacular as it thunders beneath your feet. Winter viewing may require a snowshoe hike as Sol Duc Resort and road close during the snowy off season.
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I am heading over the Sol Duc Falls tomorrow for a day trip with my wife. It doesn’t seem like the weather is going to be great, but should be a nice day trip.
Hope you had a good time visiting Sol Duc Falls. It’s a beauty in all weather! We were just up to the resort and had a good soak in the mineral pools. What a relaxing way to end a great day.
Hello, I am visiting Seattle and I am planning my trip to the falls in early April. What do you think? Am I going to be able to hike without snow on the trail? does it really worth it? Do I have to pay any fee?
Thank you so much.
Is it worth the trip and hike? Yes, definitely. As of 3/22 there is still snow on the trail to the falls. The resort is opening on the 24th, so the road will be open at that time. Yes, there is a fee to enter Olympic National Park. You can check their website for admission details. http://www.nps.gov/olym. I’d suggest giving the Park’s Visitor Center a call for the most up-to-date trail information. 360-565-3130. Hope you have a wonderful trip to the Olympic Peninsula.
I love the outdoors but my wife doesn’t. Thinks a used winnebago is roughing it. Very high b.p. and generally in poor health. definitely not a hiker. how far would we hike to get to the falls? her brothers ashes are there and she would really like to go.
Sol Duc Falls trail is about 1.5 mils round trip. The trail is not particularly challenging (no steep inclines or big roots), but of course it is always best not to go beyond your experience or physical ability. I’d suggest maybe taking a look at the trail to see if your wife could manage it. The falls definitely are worth the walk. If you are in no hurry, just take your time and rest when appropriate. HaHa, funny about the used winnebago. My husband thinks hotel without in-room coffee or fluffy robe is roughing it! Good luck. I hope you all can make it up to the falls.
How do I get a pass for the park
Check out this website for details: http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/feesandreservations.htm
Otherwise you can get passes at the visitor centers or the park entrance stations.
Have a great trip!
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this place is breathtaking and i will be visiting this place quite often.
We couldn’t agree more. It’s beautiful in all seasons!
the Waterfall Wanderer
It’s still the most beautifull place in the world!