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Play in the Snow in the Olympic Mountains
Olympic National Park
Hurricane Ridge provides opportunities for snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding, tubing and more. Hurricane Ridge's winter season is generally mid-December through the end of March.
While the coast and forests on the Olympic Peninsula see mild, rainy winters, the mountains become a winter wonderland! The easiest place for visitors to enjoy the snow is Hurricane Ridge. Typically snow-covered, the Ridge offers opportunities for snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. Hurricane Ridge's winter season is generally mid-December through the end of March. Ready to go? Watch the short video to prepare for your drive. During the winter season, Hurricane Ridge Road is typically open to uphill traffic from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Friday through Sunday and some holidays, weather and road conditions permitting. However, the road can open as early as 8:00 am or as late as 12:00 pm depending on road conditions. Winter storms can close or delay opening of the Hurricane Ridge Road; high winds and blizzard conditions are not uncommon. Road and weather condition updates are available on the Road and Weather Hotline at (360) 565-3131 or by checking @HRWinterAccess on Twitter (no account needed). All vehicles are required to carry tire chains and must be below the Heart O' the Hills entrance station by 5:00 pm during the winter season. Is Hurricane Ridge open right now? Check here or call (360) 565-3131, and see below for winter schedule. For additional details about snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, and sliding, visit our website.
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You will pass through the Heart o' the Hills entrance station on your way to Hurricane Ridge, where you can buy your park pass if you don't have one yet.
Fees Apply
Yes
Seasons
Winter
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
While some of the trails in the Hurricane Ridge area are paved and relatively accessible in summer, in winter they are only accessible to those able to snowshoe, cross-country ski, or walk through deep snow. When open, the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center has accessible restrooms, exhibits, and an audio-described and captioned orientation movie. A gift shop and snack bar are also accessible via elevator. Hearing Assisted Technology (HAT) is available at the information desk. A wheelchair is available for checkout at the visitor center.
Pets
No — Pets are not allowed on the trails or in buildings at Hurricane Ridge. While they may be on a leash in the parking lot, they must be left in your vehicle while you are skiing or snowboarding, and it's very cold!
Reservations
No — While we don't take reservations for Hurricane Ridge in winter, it is wise to check the road status and come early - the parking lot tends to fill up on nice winter days!