Trip worthy places, an hour from Olympia.

Before you go

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  WILDFIRE CLOSURES: Sunrise & northern trails. White River open. Mount Rainier National Park

  Due to several active fires on the north side of the park, the following closures are in effect until further notice: Grand Park area & trails, Northern Loop Trail, Wonderland Trail from Carbon River Suspension Bridge to Frozen Lake, & associated backcountry campgrounds. White River Road & WR Campground reopened along with White River/Sunrise Trails. Sunrise Rd CLOSED to vehicles; open for pedestrians/bicycling only.

  Mount Rainier National Park · Full advisory

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  Crews Responding to Mount Tom Creek Fire Olympic National Park

  Fire managers are responding to a lightning fire in a remote area of Olympic National Park. The Mount Tom Creek Fire has burned 69 acres 5 miles west-northwest of Mount Olympus. Firefighters are using indirect confinement tactics as part of a full-suppression strategy. Backpackers are encouraged to consider alternative routes to the Hoh River Trail should fire activity increase. There are no evacuation orders or closures.

  Olympic National Park · Full advisory

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  Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact Olympic National Park

  A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on August 9th. At approximately 2 p.m., the bat swooped down onto an unidentified woman and was temporarily caught in her hair. This individual is at risk for rabies and should seek healthcare immediately, as well as contact the Mason County Health Department at 360-427-9670 ext. 405. More at the link.

  Olympic National Park · Full advisory

• park closure
  SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake. Mount Rainier National Park

  There is NO public access to Carbon River & Mowich Lake from SR 165. The bridge is closed to pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles and there is no alternate route.

  Mount Rainier National Park · Full advisory

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  Mora Road Closed for Essential Repairs Olympic National Park

  Mora Road is closed to all traffic, including bicycles and pedestrians, at the campground. Rialto Beach is not accessible via Mora Road during this construction period. Mora Campground is open. This construction work will repair damage from a severe winter flood event, fortify the road against river migration, and protect long-term access to Rialto Beach.

  Olympic National Park · Full advisory

• road
  I-5 · Collision · Milepost 88.36

  Collision on I-5 northbound at milepost 88.36 near US 12 beginning at 9:19 am on September 18, 2026 until further notice. The ramp to I-5 is partially blocked.

  WSDOT · Full advisory