The Olympic Hot Springs Road in Washington, closed to vehicles due to a road washout
Located in Clallam County, in the U.S. state of Washington, Olympic Hot Springs Road is totally washed out and closed to vehicles indefinitely.
| Road facts: Olympic Hot Springs Road | |
|---|---|
| Location | Clallam County, Washington (USA) |
| Length | 8.5 miles (13.67 km) |
| Status | Closed to motorized vehicles beyond Madison Falls parking lot |
| Surface | Mostly paved, washed-out sections |
| Allowed Uses | Pedestrians, bicycles, and dogs on leash |
| Key Hazards | Severe flood damage, river washouts, winter closures |
Where is the Olympic Hot Springs Road?
The road, also known as Elwha River Road, is located in the northern part of the region within the Olympic National Park.
How long is the Olympic Hot Springs Road?
The road is mostly paved, narrow and steep. It’s 13.67km (8.5 miles) long starting just southwest of Port Angeles along the US-101 (Olympic Highway).
Is the Olympic Hot Springs Road destroyed?
A washout destroyed the road since the removal of the two Elwha River dams was completed in 2014. The road has repeatedly been impacted by flood waters and is closed to vehicles, 2 miles to park boundary from Hwy 101, due to an extensive flood damage/road washout, beyond the Madison Falls parking lot at the park boundary. Washouts have converted this road to a walking and biking trail.
Is the Olympic Hot Springs Road open?
Located within the Elwha Valley, it’s only open for pedestrians, bicycles, and dogs on leash. In the winter the road may be closed.
Pic: Andy Ritchie