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Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground

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Tucked into the northern regions of Olympic National Park, this campground is the perfect launching point for tent campers and RVers to take a picturesque day hike with the family to photo-worthy Sol Duc Falls, as well as for longer adventures: both the High Divide Trail and the Seven Lakes Basin can be accessed from a nearby trailhead.

Whatever the length of your adventure, make time to cross the road to hit Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort for dinner and a relaxing soak in the natural pools heated to 101° and 104°F. (Hot springs fees apply for adults and kids.)

Tips for snagging a campsite reservation

  • The campground is open mid-March through the end of October.
  • The campsites are split between those reservable in advance and those available on a first-come, first-served basis. All 17 RV sites are reservable in advance, as is the single group site.
  • Primitive camping is allowed during the winter off-season (as long as the road is open).
  • Camping fees vary, increasing for RV sites and the nonelectric group site.
  • Cancellations must be requested 48 hours in advance of your reservation for a refund. 
  • One ADA accessible campsite and two ADA RV sites are available. 
  • When to go

    The cooler shoulder seasons are the perfect time to enjoy the springs (open from mid-April through the end of October) without the summer crowds. Aim for a weekday stay and avoid holiday weekends if possible for the smallest crowds. A gray day with a light drizzle can also be a lovely time to visit the campground and springs.

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    Ashley M.recommends
    March 9, 2019
    please bring two camera batteries, you will need them.
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    Lauren B.recommends
    July 16, 2018
    Beautiful campground right by the river - I think we stayed on campsite #5 when we backpacked around the Seven Lakes area. I loved waking up to the streaming river. It was so peaceful, and the people on the trail were incredibly friendly!
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    Kelsie L.recommends
    November 24, 2017
    It was pretty full so we had to spend a night off site eating for an opening. It was July but still chilly at night and we were able to watch fireworks over the water from one of the hiking trails. So close many trailheads that the first day we did little hikes to acclimate then did longer, bigger hikes over the week. A beautiful camp area with gorgeous scenery everywhere.
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    Jamie L.
    December 1, 2016
    We had 4 kids with us, so I booked the spot that looked like it had the most room for kids to run around. (I booked in advance as most of these spots get booked pretty early) The site was cramped and we didn't have much room to run. Luckily there were trails and the hot springs close by to get the energy out. This isn't the spot for relaxing camp adventures in nature, the place was pretty full and there was lots of people everywhere. The park itself was beautiful and I would love to return to visit more of it.
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    Nick D.
    October 8, 2016
    Sol Duc campground is one of the most beautiful places I have ever camped. Nestled along the Sol Duc River in Northwest Olympic National Park, the campground is enveloped in a lush fairytale-like forest with every shade of green. The camp sites are all very well maintained by the National Park Service. One of the great things about camping in Olympic is that the abundance of trees gives every campsite a fair amount of privacy. A short hike from the campground is Sol Duc Falls. It's absolutely worth it for how easy it is to get to from the campground. If you're up for a more lengthy hike, you can continue past Sol Duc Falls to hike Lover's Lane.
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    Tara S.
    June 12, 2015
    For a quiet soak in the hot tub pools, head over after dinner and you'll practically have the place to yourself.

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    Your guide to camping in Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground

    Overview

    Fishing

    Summer and fall are the best seasons for hooking a chinook, coho, steelhead, sockeye, or cutthroat on the Sol Duc River.

    Hiking

    Sol Duc is a top spot for hiking with kids, with options ranging from the 1.6-mile flat hike to Sol Duc Falls to the more challenging 7.6-mile hike up to Deer Lake. There’s also an easy half-mile loop through an old-growth forest.

    Horseback riding

    Red Hawk Stables in nearby Sequim offers guided trail rides.

    Paddling

    The Crescent Lake boat launches, including Storm King Ranger Station and Fairholme, are just down the road from Sol Duc. The Log Cabin Resort and Lake Crescent Lodge also offer canoe and kayak rentals.

    Climbing

    Olympic National Park is a peak-bagging paradise, with the 7,980-foot Mt. Olympus as the crown jewel. Other peaks of note include Mt. Deception (7,780 feet) in the Royal Basin area and 7,743-foot Mt. Constance, which operates on a quota system.

    Snow sports

    The hot springs may close for winter, but nearby Hurricane Ridge offers tubing, skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Check with the ranger station in Port Angeles to join a guided walk.

    Swimming

    In addition to the pool at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort (perfect for laps between hot springs soaks), Lake Crescent beaches can be found off Highway 101 nearby.

    Wildlife watching

    Black-tailed deer are common in Olympic (as are black bears, so use provided bear boxes). During a hot spring soak, look up for bald eagles, northern pygmy owls, and black oystercatchers. In September and October, head to the nearby Salmon Cascades Overlook in the Sol Duc Valley to watch for chinook and coho salmon swimming upstream.

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