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Klahhane Ridge
Olympic Peninsula
updated 1 week ago
Klahhane Ridge trail conditions are generally good, with reports from September 18 and September 15 indicating it is snow-free and suitable for all vehicles. Hikers should be aware of steep sections with dry dust and scree, particularly on the descent, making trekking poles highly recommended for stability, as noted on September 1 and August 17. While the trail itself is in good shape, some hikers have found it challenging due to the combination of steepness, exposure, and loose terrain, with one report from September 18 suggesting it should be rated "moderate/hard" despite its mileage and elevation gain. Visibility can vary, with fog noted on September 15 and smoke impacting views on August 17.
Generated from 31 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.
What hikers ask about Klahhane Ridge
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The trail is generally in good condition, but is noted as being dry and dusty with loose scree and ankle-roller rocks, especially on descents. Hikers should be prepared for these conditions and consider using trekking poles for stability, as recommended in reports from September 18 and August 17.
Yes, all recent reports from June 30, 2026, through September 18, 2026, state that the road is suitable for all vehicles. This includes reports from September 18, September 15, and August 10.
No, all reports from June 30, 2026, to September 18, 2026, indicate that the trail is snow-free. This includes observations from September 18, September 15, and August 10.
Bugs do not appear to be a significant issue currently. Multiple reports from the period between June 30, 2026, and September 18, 2026, including those from September 18, September 15, and August 10, state that there were no bugs or that they were not too bad.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
“Just a perfect day…” was a bombshell day on Klahhane Ridge. Took the Switchback Trail up to the ridge and followed the ridge a little ways before heading back to meet my ride. One medium sized hole i...
Recent1 week ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
I began hiking Klahanie Ridge when I was 5. I’ve spent the last 66 summers hiking this trail that I love so much. Yesterday as we stepped on the Switchback Trail the fog rolled in and stayed with us t...
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
Hiked up the Switchback trail and across the entire Klahhane Ridge thinking the end of the ridge was the high point - it is not quite 6050’ vs. 6080’ in the middle of the ridge. Thus, we did more than...
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Trail wasvery verydry. We had to keep a good 10 second separation on many portions of the trail otherwise we'd dust each other out. Lots of loose ankle roller rocks on the trail down to Lake Angeles f...
Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Lovely day for a hike. Parking lot allowed for a handful of cars right next to trailhead; overflow cars parked along the main road. No bathrooms unless you make the trek to hurricane ridge parking lot...
Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
I hated this trail, but then I loved this trail.I’ve been to many areas of Olympic national Park just not Hurricane area and had no idea I would be listening to the sounds of traffic for the whole tra...
Older1 month ago
Olympic Peninsula > Northern Coast
Did a one nighter at lake Angeles. Parked at lake Angeles trailhead and caught the shuttle up. This busy Saturday, parking was full at the trailhead by 9 with few street options left. Shuttle is a gre...
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
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...