Let’s try another easy one now, shall we? For those not in the know, Cape Flattery is officially the northernmost place in the entire continental United States. More specifically it is situated at the spot where the Strait of Juan de Fuca meets the Pacific Ocean.
This is an easy hike with a total ascent of only 200 feet. It has a distance of only 1.5 miles. You should be able to do it in an hour. The hiking trail itself actually alternates between boardwalks, a dirt trail, and a gravel trail all the way up to three exceptional viewpoints of the famous Cape Flattery.
If you’d like to spend some time at one of the park’s most beautiful beaches, where you can see not only tide pools but distinguishing pinnacles, this hike is perfect for your hiking bucket list. You can do it as a lengthy day hike or turn it into an overnight backpacking adventure.
Depending on how far you wish to hike down the beach, the distance will vary between six and 10 miles. Still, this hike is rated easy, with only a minimal ascent.
It should only require a total of four to six hours in total to finish it. It is also important to know that while the beach is situated within Olympic National Park actual access to the beach is via the Makah Reservation. You will need to pay the park’s fee and get a Makah Recreation Pass as well.