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The western stretch of the Olympic Discovery Trail crosses over and follows the Sol Duc River (Quileute for sparkling waters) for many miles. Rising in the Olympic Mountains and flowing west for 78 miles, the Sol Duc joins the Bogachiel River and forms the Quillayute River which carries the water a final 4 miles to the Pacific.

The Sol Duc Hotsprings Road is a paved road that takes you into Olympic National Park. It is a two lane road through rolling hills, that does not have a shoulder: however, there is usually not much traffic and the speed limit is 25mph.

After the long climb up Hurricane Ridge Road, once you reach the top, you are treated to get views in Olympic National Park. There are benches near the parking area, so you can get off the bike for a couple of minutes to enjoy your beautiful surroundings.

Great view into Olympic National Park from Hurricane Ridge Road. There is a small pull off, so if you want to take a quick break to enjoy the view, you can do it safely.

Hurricane Ridge Road is a popular road that runs into Olympic National Park. There is a shoulder for most of the road and traffic is normally not too heavy.

The western stretch of the Olympic Discovery Trail crosses over and follows the Sol Duc River (Quileute for sparkling waters) for many miles. Rising in the Olympic Mountains and flowing west for 78 miles, the Sol Duc joins the Bogachiel River and forms the Quillayute River which carries the water a final 4 miles to the Pacific.

At the South Viewpoint you are able to see Mount Rainier, the state's loftiest peak at 14,410 feet. Beyond this natural wonder, the distant panorama includes glimpses of major metropolitan areas. Everett, situated 33 miles away, Seattle at 28 miles, and Tacoma 39 miles in the distance all come into view. When the day is exceptionally clear, you might even spot the iconic Seattle Space Needle.

The climb up can be a challenge, but the rewards are well worth it. From this viewpoint, you're treated to stunning 360 views. To the west, you'll catch a glimpse of Mt. Jupiter, the nearest high peak to Hood Canal. Further on, Mt. Constance stands as the third-highest peak in the Olympics, with its awe-inspiring rock faces. On exceptionally clear days, you'll even spot Mt. Baker to the northeast, the state's fourth-highest peak with a remarkable glacial system.