This tour has 28 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go! 

• National Park Pass (or Forest Service Pass for trails on the south shore of Lake Quinault)
• Cell phone (with tour downloaded!)
• Car charger
• Phone mount for car
• Ziploc bag or waterproof cover for phone/camera
• Flashlight - for sunrise or sunset hikes to the beach
• Park Map - available at the visitor center
• Binoculars
• Waterproof rain jacket or coat
• Non-cotton/waterproof or quick-dry pants
• Dress in layers (layer with NON-cotton fabric like fleece/wool–for cooler weather or synthetic materials like nylon–for warmer weather). The key is to stay warm and dry! 
• Waterproof hiking boots/sturdy shoes with non-slip soles
• Wool or non-cotton socks
• Trekking poles (recommended if hiking in the mountains)
• Sunscreen 
• Sunglasses 
• Hat
• Insect repellent
• Water bottles - plenty! Do not drink from any streams/rivers to avoid giardia.
• Snacks and/or picnic food (Remember to pack up leftovers/don’t leave crumbs) *Restaurants are few and far between. Make sure you plan ahead for meal times.
• First aid kit/medications
• Emergency roadside assistance kit
• Swimsuit and towel if interested in visiting Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort

Tip: Avoid wearing bright-colored clothing (light blue, pink, red, orange) or perfumed scents on day hikes in the forests. These attract wasps, especially during the fall

What you spend depends on the activities you do, but here’s a list of entry fees on the tour: 

• Entrance to the park is $30 per vehicle. 
• The Forks Timber Museum charges a minimal admission fee.

 Although the park is open 24 hours a day, year-round, some roads, campgrounds, and other visitor facilities are closed or have reduced hours depending on the season. Learn more here. 

Yes! The tour has two starting points: Sequim, less than a mile west of Sequim Ave/City Center exit on Hwy 101 heading west/counterclockwise and near Lake Quinault about 18 miles/20 minutes north of Hoquiam on Hwy 101 heading north/clockwise. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

Yes, the tour is available in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions. 

Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.