Seattle: Olympic National Park Day Tour & Ferry Ride

Ferry, Mountains & Glacier Lakes: A Full Day in Olympic National Park from Seattle

You get picked up from your Seattle location, ferried across Puget Sound to Olympic National Park, and guided through Hurricane Ridge or coastal alternatives depending on weather, plus Crescent Lake and its old-growth trails. Lunch, water, snacks, all park entry, and the ferry tickets are included. The whole day is about nine hours door-to-door, with a professional guide handling the route and timing so you just show up and walk.

Step-by-step itinerary

Olympic National Park highlights tour

• Depart Seattle by ferry to Bainbridge Island
• Pass Hood Canal Floating Bridge
• Arrive at Olympic National Park
• Visit Hurricane Ridge for mountain views
• Explore Crescent Lake area
• Return by ferry to Seattle

The experience

Your driver picks you up from a Seattle neighborhood or the airport at 8:10am, and the first thing you notice is how straightforward it all is. No figuring out ferries, no parking stress, no wondering if you've missed a turn. The Washington State ferry from downtown Seattle takes 45 minutes to cross Puget Sound to Bainbridge Island, and if you're lucky you'll spot porpoises in the water. The Hood Canal Floating Bridge comes into view next, one of those engineering things that makes you stare for a moment, and then you're driving into Olympic National Park with your guide pointing out the landscape as it changes.

The day splits into two main stops, depending on the weather. If Hurricane Ridge is open (and most days it is), you'll drive up for about 90 minutes and hike roughly a mile along the ridgeline, where the views of mountains and the sea hit differently when you're standing in them. The air is cleaner up there. If heavy rain or mudslides close the ridge, the guide pivots to Ediz Hook and East Beach instead, both coastal spots with their own pull. After that, you head to Crescent Lake, a glacier-carved body of water so clear you can see deep into it. There's a lodge here, and if you don't want to hike to Marymere Falls through the old-growth forest, you can just sit and look at the water. The whole park day is about five to six hours of actual time in the park, with the ferry rides bookending it.

Lunch is a sandwich and a granola bar, plus bottled water. Nothing fancy, but it's included and it means you're not hunting for food or paying extra. In winter, if conditions allow, you can snowshoe instead of hike, which changes the whole feel of the place. The return ferry leaves Bainbridge Island in the late afternoon, and as you cross back over Puget Sound, the Seattle skyline lights up in the sunset. You're back in the city by early evening, and you've seen four distinct ecosystems in one day without driving yourself or worrying about ferry schedules.

What’s included

• Professional vehicle transportation.
• round-trip Washington State Ferry tickets.
• Olympic National Park admission.
• sandwich lunch and granola bar.
• bottled water.
• professional driver and guide.
• snowshoes or hiking depending on season.
• all taxes and fees. Round-trip pickup from a Seattle neighborhood or the airport is included.
• you'll need to confirm your specific pickup location at least 3 days before departure.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:45

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (1 to 12 years) · Infant (under 1)

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jupiter Legend Corporation

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the main highlights of Olympic National Park in one day without arranging your own ferry tickets, park entry, or timing: the fixed schedule and included transport mean you just show up and the rest is handled.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 12 years); Infant (under 1).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour start?

Pickup is at 8:10am from your chosen Seattle location (a neighborhood or the airport). You'll need to confirm your pickup address at least 3 days before the tour date.

How long is the ferry ride?

The Washington State ferry from Seattle to Bainbridge Island takes 45 minutes each way. The return ferry is also 45 minutes. Both tickets are included.

What if Hurricane Ridge is closed?

If weather or road conditions close Hurricane Ridge, the itinerary shifts to Ediz Hook and East Beach, both scenic coastal areas in the park. The guide will adjust on the day.

Is lunch included?

Yes. You get a sandwich, a granola bar, and bottled water. Bring extra cash or drinks if you want additional snacks or meals.

Can I snowshoe instead of hike?

In winter months, snowshoes are available and you can explore the park by snowshoeing depending on conditions. Hiking is the default in other seasons.

What's the total duration of the tour?

About nine hours total, including round-trip ferry time, drive time, and park exploration. Ferry and transport time are built into that.

Do I need to bring anything?

Comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended. Bring a valid phone number for communication during the trip.

Can pregnant travelers join?

Pregnant travelers can join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.

What if I have multiple bookings?

If you've booked more than one tour, provide all your confirmation numbers to the operator so you can travel together in the same vehicle.