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Heather Park
Olympic Peninsula
updated 3 weeks ago
The trail to Heather Park is reported to be in good condition, with no snow as of September 1. Hikers have noted that the trail offers a steady climb through the woods before opening up to wildflowers, with blooms still visible in late July. While the initial ascent is described as foot-friendly with soft forest floor, sections closer to Heather Park and beyond, particularly towards Klahhane Ridge, can be steep and covered in loose gravel or dust, with some exposure requiring caution and recommending trekking poles. Water sources are available at the campsite near Heather Park, and the creek running through the camps is icy cold and clear as of September 1. Parking at the trailhead was full by 9 am on an August day, with many hikers heading to Lake Angeles, and remained full upon return.
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What hikers ask about Heather Park
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No trip reports on this trail in 3 weeks, so everything below is at least that old.
Yes, the trail beyond Heather Park towards the Klahhane Ridge junction is described as steep at times with semi-loose gravel and some exposed spots, requiring caution. The section descending to Lake Angeles is also noted as steep and extremely dusty as of September 1.
Bugs were not an issue as of September 1 and August 11, with one report mentioning they were not as bad as expected in early August. However, bugs were reported as an annoyance in late July.
Yes, all reports from June 30 to September 1 indicate the road is suitable for all vehicles.
The small creek running through the camps near Heather Park is a water source, reported as running icy cold and clear as of September 1. Another report mentions water sources available at both campsites, likely referring to Heather Park and Lake Angeles campsites.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent3 weeks ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Started out on the Heather Park trail with the hope, but not expectation, that we would do the whole 12.5 mile loop through Klahhane Ridge and Lake Angeles trails. With the cool temps and nice views a...
Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
A relentless uphill track but thankfully on foot-friendly tread - soft forest floor with seldom a rock or root - until right before reaching Heather Park backcountry camp, then a few rocks. Passing by...
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Hiked to campsite at Lake Angeles via Heather park and Klahhane Ridge. Water source available at both campsites. Given the scree and loose rocks the direction we went, counter clockwise, was likely ha...
Older2 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
I’ll be back to do this one again. The trail to Heather Park is in great condition and is mostly free of rocks and roots, a minor miracle in the PNW. (This is not the case once you crest the saddle.) ...
Older2 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Our Olympic Peninsula extravaganza continued today. Wanting an above-tree-line experience we headed towards Hurricane Ridge again.The Switchback Trail started our day heading a quick 1500’ vertical to...
Older2 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
I hiked a counterclockwise loop from the Heather Park trailhead just outside the national park entrance station, up to Heather Park, then over to the Klahhane Ridge Trail to Lake Angeles, and back ou...
Older5 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Similar to the previous trip report, I encountered snow at about 5000 feet and turned around. Overall a beautiful hike and almost 100% solitude (saw 2 people near the trailhead on my way out), even on...
Older7 months ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Two of us hiked up the Heather Park trail. The trail was free of snow until about about 1/2 mile from Heather Park Camp which is about 4800 feet elevation. The temp was in the 50's. There became deep ...
Older19 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
Two of us made it about 3.75 miles in with 3,000 feet of elevation gain before hitting snow that was deeper than we wanted to manage at which point we turned around. For those that know the trail the ...
Older20 months ago
Olympic Peninsula
What a beautiful day and perfect conditions for safety and visibility. All natl park roads to the trail head, so nothing to report here it’s paved and slightly out of PA. Started at 6:30 to make sure ...