Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Lake Sutherland

United States

Washington

Clallam County

Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Lake Sutherland

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Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Lake Sutherland

03:37

52.7km

810m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.61 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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36.4 km

Old Spruce Train Tunnel

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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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36.6 km

McFee Tunnel

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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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37.3 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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38.4 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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39.3 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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40.5 km

Lake Crescent

Lake

41.9 km

Spruce Railroad Scenic Segment

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44.9 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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49.3 km