What is the condition of the road to Obstruction Point trailhead?

The road to Obstruction Point trailhead is generally suitable for all vehicles, though some reports describe it as rough and washboarded with occasional potholes as of [August 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-17.110051892501). Others noted it was in good condition but narrow and steep as of [June 27](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-01.131649473091).

Are there any significant trail obstacles like blowdowns or snow?

The trail to Moose Lake is reported to be in good condition and free of snow as of [September 9](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-12.083539335995). There are occasional minor blowdowns that are easily passable, requiring only a squat or step over as of [August 11](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-13.174322288845).

What is the parking situation at the Obstruction Point trailhead?

Parking at the Obstruction Point trailhead can be limited, especially on weekends. On [August 14](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-17.110051892501), the lot was mostly full by Friday morning and overflow parking along the road was significant by Sunday afternoon. Earlier in the season, on [June 27](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-07-01.131649473091), there were only three cars at the trailhead at 9:30 AM.

Are there any issues with bugs?

Bugs have not been a significant issue for most recent reports. They were not too bad as of [September 9](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-12.083539335995), [August 15](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-08-19.142754409639), and August 14. However, one report from July 13 mentioned mosquitoes were an annoyance in the early evening.

Moose Lake

Olympic Peninsula

updated 2 weeks ago

The trail to Moose Lake is in good condition and entirely snow-free as of early September. Reports indicate the road to the trailhead is generally suitable for all vehicles, though some describe it as rough or washboarded, with occasional potholes. Parking at the Obstruction Point trailhead was mostly full by Sunday afternoon on August 14, with additional parking along the road. Deer are frequently reported as aggressive and habituated to humans, attempting to steal food and chew on gear. Wildlife sightings include marmots, deer, coyotes, and occasional bear sign.

Generated from 14 trip reports. Trails change faster than reports do, so check anything you’d turn around for.

What hikers ask about Moose Lake

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 2 weeks ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

The road to Obstruction Point trailhead is generally suitable for all vehicles, though some reports describe it as rough and washboarded with occasional potholes as of August 14. Others noted it was in good condition but narrow and steep as of June 27.