Daley Rankin Tunnel – Lake Crescent loop from Fairholme Olympic Discovery Trailhead

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Daley Rankin Tunnel – Lake Crescent loop from Fairholme Olympic Discovery Trailhead

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Daley Rankin Tunnel – Lake Crescent loop from Fairholme Olympic Discovery Trailhead

05:19

85.3km

930m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

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Olympic National Park

Olympic National Forest

Olympic Experimental State Forest

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10.7 km

Lake Crescent

Lake

11.9 km

Daley Rankin Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

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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13.9 km

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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53.2 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (canopy section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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54.8 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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56.7 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (Lake Crescent)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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74.0 km

Wild Camping Spot in the Forest

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You pass the side and further back there are some flat gravel areas for camping. Very quiet and no access for cars

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77.4 km

Sol Duc River

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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 …

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