Thurston · Olympic National Park

Take a Short Hike Near the Visitor Center

Near the Olympic National Park Visitor Center, two short loop hikes take visitors through peaceful, green lowland forests.

Time needed

15-30 Minutes

Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Accessibility

Peabody Creek Trail: This trail is not considered ADA accessible. Visitors should be aware that this trail involves sometimes-steep inclines and declines, steps, and wooden bridge crossings. There are some natural obstacles along the trail route, including tree roots. Living Forest Trail: This trail is considered accessible with assistance. The trail does not meet ADA standards, but may be accessible by visitors with sufficient upper body strength and balance, or a friend to help. Living Forest Trail has an elevation change of 82 feet.

front-country hiking

Part of Olympic National Park. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.