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| | Aurora Trail is positioned a pretty lengthy drive from Port Angeles, but it is a really perfect backcountry hiking trail. Outdoors people generally like this part of Washington. There are numerous backpacking trails in Washington, and each one has something unique to offer. If you happen to be in Washington, why not go hiking, it is something that is always fun to do. This trail is many miles long with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this a very tough wilderness trail for advanced hikers looking for a good challenge. All through the |
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summertime months highs here at Aurora Trail get into the 70's. Summer night lows drop down to the 40's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 40's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Aurora Trail drop into the 30's. There are many good backpacking
| | trails in Washington; one of them being Aurora Trail in Clallam County. This is a vicinity covered with lots of wilderness trails. The beautiful trails of the Olympic Mountains are a very great way to see these mountaintops. The high level of rainfall makes Aurora Trail a pretty wet place; November is the wettest month with most rain; the driest month is July. This backcountry hiking trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. And keep in mind that there could be temporary | |
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safety restrictions in site. Can’t wait to get out in the great outdoors, Aurora Trail in Clallam County, Washington is such a perfect place. With its 39.2 miles of walking distance; it's considered a longer hike. Keep in mind that this is a long backcountry hiking trail, so make
sure you bring plenty of supplies. This backcountry walk should take you about 6 days, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed. Aurora Trail has two trailheads which means you have the option of trekking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other
end. The total elevation difference for this backcountry hiking trail is 5,102 feet which is higher than average.
Briefly about the general area:
Man, is there lots of entertaining stuff to do in the Olympic Mountains. Cross Creek is a stunning stream that is worth going
to, and Appleton Pass is a fine place to spend some time. Do set aside some time for Bogachiel Park if you're here at Aurora Trail, and Soleduck Ranger District is a glorious local forest.
It's always splendid to explore Marymere Falls, and at Aurora Trail you always meet someone
from Port Angeles. Take a side tour to Lapoel Creek, and camping at Soleduck Campground is always a delightful experience.
There's whitewater on Lyre River for all you adrenaline people, and do put some time aside to spend at Sol Duc Falls since you're here at Aurora Trail.
If you love the outdoors, you'll adore Aurora Trail. Whitewater paddling is not for everyone but if it's for you then we recommend Soleduck River - North Fork, and Aurora Trail is nice enough to spend more than a day at, Fairholme Campground is a nice local campground. You clearly
have to like the Olympic Mountains. A pleasant visit to Seven Lakes Basin is a tremendous way to spend an afternoon, and a tour to nearby Lapoel Point is very relaxing.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 48.0554, Longitude -123.7921
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 48.0661, Longitude -123.9958
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 19.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 10 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
3 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 days
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 19.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 7.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
3 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 39.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 17.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
4 days
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 39.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 17.5 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
4 days
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Total elevation difference: 5102 feet
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles
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7 miles away
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Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault
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27 miles away
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User input for Aurora Trail, Olympic Mountains, Clallam County, Washington:
Outdoors Recreation Near Port Angeles, Washington
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Port Angeles, Washington, the metro area neareast to Aurora Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| | Trails Near Aurora Trail:
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Pyramid Mountain Trail, Clallam County
County
, 2 miles away, 5 hiking miles, 2256 feet elevation difference |
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North Fork Soleduck River Trail, Clallam County
County
, 3 miles away, 15.8 hiking miles, 1478 feet elevation difference |
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Mink Lake Trail, Clallam County
County
, 4 miles away, 7.8 hiking miles, 2790 feet elevation difference |
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Lovers Lane, Clallam County
County
, 4 miles away, 3.4 hiking miles, 475 feet elevation difference |
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Deer Lake Trail, Clallam County
County
, 6 miles away, 6.8 hiking miles, 1835 feet elevation difference |
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Canyon Creek Hoh Trail, Clallam County
County
, 7 miles away, 29.6 hiking miles, 5242 feet elevation difference |
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Soleduck Trail, Clallam County
County
, 8 miles away, 15.4 hiking miles, 3468 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Aurora Trail:
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Soleduck River - North Fork, Clallam County
County
, 4 miles away, Class IV - 5.3 miles long (North Fork Trail Bridge to FR 2918 Bridge) |
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Lyre River, Clallam County
County
, 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (to Lyre River Campground) |
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Soleduck River, Clallam County
County
, 5 miles away, Class IV - 3.1 miles long (Salmon Cascade to FR 2918 Bridge) |
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Soleduck River - South Fork, Clallam County
County
, 6 miles away, Class IV+ - 3.2 miles long (FR 2920 Bridge to FR 2918 Bridge) |
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Goodman Creek, Clallam County
County
, 8 miles away, Class III+(V) - 1.3 miles long (FR 2931 100 spur access to Soleduck River) |
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| | Hotels Near Aurora Trail:
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Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort, Port Angeles
, 7 miles away |
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Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault
, 27 miles away |
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Quality Inn Uptown, Port Angeles
, 30 miles away |
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Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles, Port Angeles
, 30 miles away |
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Days Inn Port Angeles, Port Angeles
, 32 miles away |
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30 miles away
