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| | There are numerous hiking trails in Washington, and each one is different from the others. Washington has plenty of magnificent hiking trails, and among these are Skyline Trail in Jefferson County. Skyline Trail is not very near Port Angeles at all, but It's always enjoyable to trek here. Backcountry hiking here in the Olympic Mountains is a tremendous way to explore these highlands. This backcountry hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 5,309 feet which is a higher than average number. Being 52.4 miles long; it's considered a longer backcountry |
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hike. Skyline Trail is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Going for a backcountry walk here in Washington never gets boring. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Skyline Trail; the nighttime is slightly chillier of course, regularly in the
| | 50's. Through the wintertime the highs are regularly in the 40's with temperatures at Skyline Trail dipping down into the 30's all through winter nights. Skyline Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. Ok, you've been cooped up too long, time to get out in the fresh air a bit, and Skyline Trail in Jefferson County, Washington is the fresh air at its best. At parts of the year this neighborhood sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions | |
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before you go. Skyline Trail gets a lot of water; of all the months in a year December is the one with the most rain; July meanwhile is the driest month. This backcountry hiking trail has only one trailhead, so in and out is the way to trek it normally. There are so many backcountry
hiking trails in this vicinity. Of course, this is an overnight backcountry walk, 8 days normally, so better have big backpack to fit all the stuff you need. Don’t forget to check for any current restrictions or closures before you go. While visiting this neighborhood in Washington
it's a tremendous idea to go hiking too. The length of Skyline Trail is on the longer side with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a fine backcountry hiking trail for experienced walkers in brilliant shape.
Briefly about the general area: And that's
not all you can do here at Skyline Trail. You can run the rapids of Quinault River close to Skyline Trail; Graves Creek Campground is a glorious local campground. There's whitewater on Quinault River - North Fork for all you adrenaline people, and hey, Geoduck Creek is a splendid
local stream. Quinault Ranger District is a fine local forest. You'll in fact wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all the amusing things in the Olympic Mountains. Some of the water nearby flows, like Elip Creek; a trip to Winslow Spring will fill your soul with wonderful
feelings. Skyline Trail is a brilliant spot to visit for more than one day, Campbell Tree Grove Campground is a brilliant spot to camp nearby, and since you're here, do take a journey to Olympic Peninsula. Bunch Canyon is a splendid place to explore, and Paradise Valley is
a splendid site here at Skyline Trail. That right there is loads of exciting things already but it goes on, the Olympic Mountains has it all. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Service Falls, and Queets Basin is right here at Skyline Trail.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 47.5655, Longitude -123.6502 - - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 52.4 miles
Total climbing distance = 23.6 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
8 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 days
Total elevation difference: 5309 feet

Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault
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16 miles away
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Quality Inn Uptown, Port Angeles
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26 miles away
Below the mountains, above the harbor, Quality Inn is located on the bluff overlooking the Port Angeles Harbor, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Vancouver Island. Hotel is within close proximity of the ...
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| These outdoors activities are available near Skyline Trail. |
| | Trails Near Skyline Trail:
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Elwha River Trail, Clallam County
County
, 12 miles away, 64 hiking miles, 4020 feet elevation difference |
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Long Ridge Trail, Clallam County
County
, 14 miles away, 40.2 hiking miles, 5708 feet elevation difference |
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Hoh River Trail, Clallam County
County
, 15 miles away, 31.2 hiking miles, 4310 feet elevation difference |
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Boulder Lake Trail, Clallam County
County
, 16 miles away, 11.6 hiking miles, 2971 feet elevation difference |
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Lillian River Trail, Clallam County
County
, 16 miles away, 25.4 hiking miles, 4030 feet elevation difference |
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Soleduck Trail, Clallam County
County
, 16 miles away, 15.4 hiking miles, 3468 feet elevation difference |
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Happy Lake Ridge Trail, Clallam County
County
, 16 miles away, 17.2 hiking miles, 4377 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Skyline Trail:
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Quinault River - North Fork, Jefferson County
County
, 1 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Geoduck Creek to Kimta Creek) |
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Quinault River, Jefferson County
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Pony Bridge to Graves Creek) |
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Quinault River, Jefferson County
County
, 8 miles away, Class II - 6.5 miles long (Cannings Creek to South Shore Road access) |
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Big Creek, Grays Harbor County
County
, 13 miles away, Class III - 2 miles long (Bridge above Narrows to South Boundary Road Bridge) |
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Wynoochee River, Grays Harbor County
County
, 14 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 11.1 miles long (Wynoochee Reservoir to Save Creek) |
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| | Hotels Near Skyline Trail:
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Lake Quinault Lodge, Quinault
, 16 miles away |
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Quality Inn Uptown, Port Angeles
, 26 miles away |
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Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles, Port Angeles
, 26 miles away |
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Days Inn Port Angeles, Port Angeles
, 27 miles away |
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Super 8 Port Angeles, Port Angeles
, 27 miles away |
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