Highlight • Lake
Lake Crescent
Road cycling
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Olympic National Park
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Alexandra P
October 19, 2023
Road cycling
Located in the northern foothills of the Olympic Mountains, Lake Crescent, approximately 18 miles west of Port Angeles, offers a tranquil escape into nature. Its pristine, glacially carved waters make it a perfect destination for those seeking natural beauty. Interestingly, the lake's unique history, including a massive landslide 7,000 years ago, has led to distinct populations of Crescenti and Beardslee trout, adapted through genetic isolation.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Lake Crescent
6
riders
67.4km
03:09
740m
740m
Cycle the moderate 41.9-mile Port Angeles to Lake Crescent loop in Olympic National Park, featuring stunning lake views and forest paths.
Moderate
7
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Moderate
7
riders
90.4km
04:30
1,080m
1,080m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Hard
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