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Clallam County

Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Olympic Discovery Trailhead

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United States
Washington
Clallam County

Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Olympic Discovery Trailhead

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Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Olympic Discovery Trailhead

05:27

70.8km

1,160m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Olympic National Park

Olympic National Forest

Waypoints

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Parking

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35.4 km

Old Spruce Train Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

A 450-foot-long tunnel, originally part of a railroad passage, was excavated during World War I and now forms a segment of the Spruce Railroad Trail. The tunnel was renovated in 2017.

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2

36.1 km

Lake Crescent

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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 …

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37.3 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (Lake Crescent)

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A scenic rail to trail path in Olympic National Park. Built in 1918 to harvest spruce for biplanes, it now offers a picturesque route. Enjoy stunning views of Lake Crescent, pass through wooded areas, and admire the rugged lakeshore cliffs.

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38.1 km

Daley Rankin Tunnel

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This tunnel was carved from a massive rock along the trail. The bike path leads you right through it, offering a unique perspective of the lake.

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39.3 km

Lake Crescent

Lake

6

43.8 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (canopy section)

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Cycle through this stunning section where you'll pass through a lush forest filled with Sitka spruce, hemlock, and a variety of other trees. In certain areas along the trail you will spot the crystal-clear waters of Lake Crescent.

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48.1 km

Lake Crescent

Highlight • Lake

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 …

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63.6 km

Elwah River

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Here you'll cross a bridge over the Elwha River. Elwha is a Native American word that means "elk," which visit the valley in the winter. The river is also home to five different species of Pacific salmon.

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70.8 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.9 km

16.3 km

11.3 km

10.7 km

7.05 km

3.70 km

Surfaces

45.5 km

20.6 km

4.69 km

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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