Over-the-Hill Hike Descriptions -- August, 2026
Wed, August 19 Slab Camp to Duncan Flats◆︎ [ Mod] 5.5-7/ 1,100-1,400 NW Forest/Golden ride-$5
This is considered a "reverse" hike as it drops down to the Upper Gray Wolf River in the Gray Wolf Valley. Cross on a sturdy bridge at the valley floor and can go up the river a bit to Camp Tony or turn around at this point.
Fri, August 21 Badger Valley/Elk Mt. Cut-off◆︎ [Mod to Diff] 5.5 / 1,500'-' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$7
A circular route starting from the Obstruction Point trailhead. Hike steeply down Badger Valley trail 1.4 miles, then steeply up the Badger Valley Cutoff 1.5 miles to intersect with Grand Ridge. Hike up Elk Mountain with 360 degree views at 6773 ft for lunch. After lunch we will follow Grand Ridge 2.1 miles back to the trailhead.
Wed, August 26 Tongue point to Eagle Cove◆︎ (Early Start) [Moderate] 5.0-8.0 / 1,000'-2,000' Discover ride-$5
Complete tour of Salt Creek Recreation Area. Park at the Main lot by sports field, go down to salt creek, go on the beach to tongue point, then go to Eagle's Cove, then back to cars. Possible excursion to batteries.
There are bathrooms at halfway point between batteries and Eagles cove.
very slow to rock-hop without sticks. Friday hike can go to Striped Peak to complete the tour
Fri, August 28 Storm King◆︎ (Early Start) [Mod to Diff] 4.1 / 1,831'-1,831' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$5
Park at the Storm King Ranger Station at Lake Crescent. Proceed towards Marymere Falls. Storm King Trail will be on left. From there it is a climb!
GPX: available
Over-the-Hill Hike Descriptions -- September, 2026
Wed, September 2 Mink Lake◆︎ [Moderate] 6.0 / 1,550'-1,550' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$7
This trail leaves from Sol Duc Hot Springs. A shelter at Mink Lake allows for a good turn-around point. Fish may be seen jumping in the lake and perhaps some huckleberries will be alongside the trail on your return trip! Rocky, Rooty trail
GPX: available
Fri, September 4 Aurora Ridge - Eagle Lake◆︎ [Mod to Diff] 11.0-12.4 / 2,530'-3,100' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$7
This is a relatively quieter hike in ONP ~ 2.5 mi. up the Sol Duc Rd.! It follows and old roadbed for almost a mile amongst tall alders and then proceeds switchbacks through this 2nd-growth forest. Reach the ridge-crest and follow the rounded crest of Aurora Ridge to a junction at about 5.5 miles, which leads to Eagle Lakes and the source of Eagle Creek that drains into Lake Crescent. One can turn-around here or continue down to the largest Eagle Lake for about .6 mi.
Wed, September 9 Anderson Lake State Park - Larry Scott Trail◆︎ [Easy to Mod] 6.0-8.0 / 500'-829' Discover ride-$5
We start at Milo Curry Trailhead and travel to Anderson Lake State Park via the new Larry Scott Trail (ODT). This new trail segment is 3.15 miles long and goes to Milo Curry Road in a out-and-back. Lunch at Anderson Lake w bathrooms.
https://www.jeffcobeacon.com/larry-scott-trail-extension-to-anderson-lake-near-completion/
GPX: available
Fri, September 11 Deer Park to Maiden Peak◆︎ [Mod to Diff] 8.0-8.5 / 2,078'-2,155' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$7
This is the eastern end of the Grand Ridge Trail offering incredible views of the Olympics and the Straits of Juan de Fuca. Go up to Maiden Peak @ ~ 6,434' or beyond to the half-way point of Roaring Winds. Experienced drivers for this windy, narrow mountain road needed.
Wed, September 16 Little River◆︎ [Moderate] 7.0-9.0 / 875'-1,745' Discover ride-$5
This is a hike close to Port Angeles off of the Black Diamond Rd. The trail enters Natl. Park at about 1.2 miles. This used to be a historical trail leading to mines. You will pass by rock walls, old growth trees, and cross log bridges across the S. Branch of the Little River about 5-7 times and can end up at a log bridge (with a rope for support).
GPX: available
Fri, September 18 Badger Valley to Moose Lake from Obstruction Point◆︎ [Difficult] 9.7-10.1 / 2,769'-3,000' Nat'l Park/Golden ride-$7
This is a difficult, brutally descending hike down to Grand Lake & going on to Moose Lake before an equally grueling, exposed ascent. Bring plenty of water. Experienced mt. road drivers needed for the drive to the end of Obstruction Point Road. It's nice to do a loop whether clockwise or counter-clockwise.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/badger-valley-to-grand-lake-and-grand-pass-loop
GPX: available
Wed, September 23 Striped Peak-Long◆︎ [Moderate] 7.0-9.0 / 850'-1,650' Discover ride-$5
Many options of loops in this area, including going down to the picturesque Cove (Eagle Cove) passing Striped Peak Falls (aka Salish Maiden Falls). Can go to the real Striped Peak @ 1,166’ (not a real peak but a high prominence), on a newly built trail in this County Park and 1500-acre DNR area. There are also fabulous views of Crescent Bay, towards Vancouver Island across the Strait of Juan de Fuca, etc. One might even get to see Mt. Baker!
Fri, September 25 Dosewallips Cascades◆︎ [Moderate] 11.4-13.5 / 1,200'-1,335' NW Forest/Golden ride-$7
This hike is up the Dosewallips River Rd., which turns off before Brinnon. Hike to the Dosewallips Cascades Falls is 5.5 mi. Spring is good time to view falls. Hikers can proceed up to abandoned Ranger Station & Campground another approximate mile, if desired.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/dosewallips-river-road-trail
GPX: available
Wed, September 30 OAT - JP to Whiskey Crk Loop◆︎ [Mod to Diff] 6.5-10.0 / 1,000'-1,800' Discover ride-$5
This is an adventure hike introduced to us by Paul. It is off of the Joyce-Piedmont Rd. where we park. We head East along this trail. There are a variety of loops here, including "Jeff's Tree Trail", Leaf Trail, and one crossing Whiskey Creek. Can have a snack or lunch at a picnic table on the OAT Trail with nice views. Be flexible! Poles and waterproof boots are very helpful.
NOTE: As with any hike, do your own research on a particular hike and assess whether it is of your hiking ability. Always carry your Hiking Essentials and do not rely on others to bring them for you. Thank you!
DISCLAIMER: OTHH assumes no collective or individual liability for any mishaps on any of their hikes or outings. Please use discretion and be safe. Please read the Hazards & Liability section on the Home page of the OTHH website and refer to the link given and agree to the conditions set forth in that document.
WILDERNESS HIKE: Any hike with a ◆︎ goes into the Wilderness, so there is a Wilderness Regulation of a limit of 12 in a group. Please honor this and divide up.
EARLY START: Watch for an e-mail from the leader(s) ahead of time indicating what time to meet at the Sequim Public parking lot.