Are dogs allowed on Press Expedition Traverse?

No, dogs are not permitted on Press Expedition Traverse. This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

Do I need a permit to hike Press Expedition Traverse?

No, Press Expedition Traverse does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Press Expedition Traverse?

Press Expedition Traverse is rated expert. It is 48.9 miles long with 13,930 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertPoint to Point

Olympic National Park/Washington

Press Expedition Traverse

Port Angeles, Washington

48.9 mi

Distance

13,930 ft

Elev. Gain

20h 10m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

It was a five day hike from Hurricane Ridge to Lake Quinault in the national park.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:177 ft

Max:1,508 ft

4,246 ft

5,571 ft

Trail Details

No dogs
Kid-friendly

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by National Park Service

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Source of truth

National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.

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Operator:360-565-3130
Address:Olympic National Park Visitor Center, 3002 Mount Angeles Road · Port Angeles, WA · 98362

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Washington hunting page

Status unknown — verify before visiting

Press Expedition Traverse

About This Trail

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Elevation Profile

Trail Details

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This trail crosses hunting units

Nearby Trails

Hurricane Ridge Trails

Hurricane Hill Nature Trail to Little River Trail

Klahhane Ridge Trail to Lake Angeles

Sunrise Ridge Trail to Mount Angeles

Obstruction Point Road

Olympic National Park Switchback Trail

Other trails in Olympic National Park

Hoh River Trail to Blue Glacier

Hurricane Ridge Trails

Marymere Falls Trail

Mount Storm King

Hoh Rain Forest Hall of Moss

Sol Duc Falls Nature Trail

Campgrounds near this trail

PJ Lake Backcountry Camping

Lake Angeles

Olympic National Park Altair Campground

Heart O' the Hills Campground

Canyon Camp

Little River Adventure

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