Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Is Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour worth booking?
Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour is a 5-hour experience in Port Angeles, United States, from $17 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 41 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (41)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $17 per person
Where but Olympic National Park can you find beaches, mountains, and rainforest in one place? This self-guided tour takes you through the most beautiful sites in this one-of-a-kind park. Cruise along the shores of a glac
What you get
About this experience
Where but Olympic National Park can you find beaches, mountains, and rainforest in one place? This self-guided tour takes you through the most beautiful sites in this one-of-a-kind park. Cruise along the shores of a glacial lake, embark on hikes through lush old-growth forests, & take in views from lofty mountain vistas—all while hearing about the fascinating history of this landscape! Also included are bonus tours of Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rainforest, and coastal beaches. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
What's included
Included
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
What you'll see and do
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
Olympic National Park is a United States national park located in the State of Washington on the Olympic Peninsula. The park has four regions: the Pacific coastline, alpine areas, the west-side temperate rainforest, and the forests of the drier east side. The park has three distinct ecosystems: a subalpine forest and wildflower meadow, a temperate forest, and the rugged Pacific coast. Note: The tour is over 43+ miles long, with more than 33+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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Madison Creek Falls is located within the Olympic National Park near the Elwha River, west of Port Angeles, Washington. The falls are about 50 feet high and have a light flow in a horsetail shape. Another higher fall is located above the first but is entirely inaccessible. The paved trail to the falls is concise (less than 100 meters) and wheelchair accessible.
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The Elwha River is a 45-mile (72 km) river on the Olympic Peninsula in the U.S. state of Washington. From its source at Elwha snow finger in the Olympic Mountains, it generally flows north to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Most of the river's course is within the Olympic National Park.
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Glines Canyon Dam, also known as Upper Elwha Dam, built in 1927, was a 210-foot (64 m) high concrete arch dam built on the Elwha River within Olympic National Park, Clallam County, Washington.
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Lake Sutherland is located on the Olympic Peninsula about 17 miles (27 km) west of Port Angeles, Washington. The lake is located just to the east of Lake Crescent. Lake Sutherland drains into Indian Creek, a tributary of the Elwha River.
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Lake Crescent
Lake Crescent is a deep lake located entirely within Olympic National Park in Clallam County, Washington, United States, approximately 17 miles (27 km) west of Port Angeles on U.S. Route 101 and nearby to the small community of Piedmont.
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Marymere Falls is located in Olympic National Park near Lake Crescent in Washington, United States.
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Meldrim Point is a cape in Washington. Meldrim Point is situated nearby to Ovington and Lake Crescent
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The Sol Duc Valley is located in the northwest region of the park.
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Rialto Beach
Rialto Beach is a public beach located on the Pacific Ocean in Washington state.
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The Forks Timber Museum is an American museum in Forks, Clallam County , Washington. Dedicated to forestry in this region of the Olympic Peninsula, it is close to the local tourist office.
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Bogachiel State Park is a 127-acre (51 ha) public recreation area on the Bogachiel River four miles (6.4 km) south of the city of Forks on Highway 101 in Clallam County, Washington.
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Hoh Rain Forest
Hoh Rainforest is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S., located on the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state. It includes 24 miles (39 km) of low-elevation forest, 394 to 2,493 feet (120 to 760 m) along the Hoh River. The Hoh River valley was formed thousands of years ago by glaciers.
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Hoh Rainforest is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S., located on the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state. It includes 24 miles (39 km) of low-elevation forest and 394 to 2,493 feet (120 to 760 m) along the Hoh River. The Hoh River valley was formed thousands of years ago by glaciers
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Ruby Beach
Like virtually all beaches on the northern coast, Ruby Beach has a tremendous amount of driftwood. It is notable for the number of sea stacks there.
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Hurricane Ridge
Hurricane Ridge is a mountainous area in Washington's Olympic National Park.
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Beautiful trail for a hike with a gorgeous reward at the end.
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An absolutely must-see viewpoint at Hurricane Ridge Road
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A Rewarding Vigorous Hike - Gorgeous Views On Top!
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This short alpine hike offers expansive vistas of the Olympics and wildlife and wildflowers and provides an excellent family outing.
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the area, such as hiking, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching. The area is home to a variety of animals, including black bears, bald eagles, and salmon.
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La Poel
If you hear the name "La Poel," you may immediately think of a little hamlet or village, but it might also refer to a large park, a cultural landmark, or perhaps somewhere completely else.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Port Angeles
Begin from Olympic National Park Visitor Center, 3002 Mt Angeles Rd. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Adventures with Action
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 41 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
41 verified traveler reviews for Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
I always enjoy the self...
I always enjoy the self guided tours. They give helpful information and the gps is valuable in places with poor cell service.
Response from the operator: Caroline, I’m glad to hear you enjoy my self-guided tours and found the Olympic National Park GPS Driving Audio Tour helpful. It’s great that the GPS feature worked well for you, especially in areas with poor cell service—that’s exactly what I designed it for. If you’re up for more adventures, check out my US West National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle, which includes Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Teton, Bryce, Zion, and many more. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Great value and easy to use
We thoroughly enjoyed the self-guided audio tour of Olympic National Park. The app was easy to download and use, and we appreciated how the GPS feature provided navigation instructions while also telling us interesting facts about the areas where we were driving. The views were stunning and we were thrilled when the app notified us of the places we should pull over for pictures. The only downside was that our journey was cut short when we arrived to a part of the park that was closed. Since the rest of our tour was dependent upon going through a gate we could not enter, we had to abandon the last few stops. We wished the app had a way of rerouting in unfortunate situations like these. Otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend this self-guided tour to others.
Response from the operator: Lauren, glad you enjoyed my Olympic National Park driving audio tour. Those pull-over photo alerts are favorites of mine, too. I’m sorry your trip was cut short by a park closure; those can pop up unexpectedly, so checking the official park updates before heading out can help. The good news is your tour stays valid for a full year, so you can come back and finish the remaining stops when the area reopens, and if you’d like another Washington adventure in the meantime, you might enjoy my North Cascades, Mount Rainier, or Seattle tours.
via Tripadvisor
Great little app and audio tour of ONP
Great little app and audio tour of Olympic National Park and the Olympic Peninsula. The UI is slick and the audio commentary is great.
Response from the operator: Kyle, I’m so glad you enjoyed my Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. It’s great to hear that you found both the app interface and the audio commentary engaging. If you’re up for more adventures, check out my 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle, which includes Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Teton, Bryce, Zion, and many more. Happy exploring!
via Tripadvisor
Very informative & well worth the money
Enjoyable, easy to follow with starting with the Olympic National Park but would have been nice to have a better understanding of the true duration of going on the walks/hikes & taking pictures. Also, would have been nice to know how far away the Hoh Rainforest was from the end of the Olympic National Park segment… that was not clear. It was very informative & well worth the $.
Response from the operator: Judy, I’m glad to hear that you found my Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour informative and worth the cost. I appreciate your suggestion to include more details about the duration of walks and hikes, as well as taking pictures. I’ll definitely keep that in mind to make future experiences even better. Regarding the Hoh Rainforest, I understand how clearer information on the distances between segments would be helpful, and I’ll work to improve that detail. If you need further assistance or have additional questions, please don't hesitate to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 to 6 EST.
via Tripadvisor
Perfect directions. Full of information
Perfect directions. Easy to use. Great information. This was perfect. I am surprised that a lot of visitor centers don't know about them and recommend them.
Response from the operator: Melissa, I’m so glad you enjoyed my Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour and found the directions and stories helpful! Since my tours are valid for a year, you can always use it again or listen to the stories on your way back or at home. If you’re up for more adventures, check out my 30+ National Parks Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle, which includes Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Teton, Bryce, Zion, and many more. Happy exploring!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 14
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Port Angeles.
How much does Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Port Angeles usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Port Angeles is not rushed.
Is Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 41 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Port Angeles, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Around 14 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Port Angeles can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Port Angeles and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Olympic National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Port Angeles within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Port Angeles?
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Port Angeles, WA packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Port Angeles by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Port Angeles experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour, Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach Guided Tour in Olympic National Park, Sol Duc, Lake Crescent, and Hurricane Ridge Guided Tour in Olympic National Park. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Port Angeles?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Port Angeles, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Port Angeles?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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