Lots of seating options both inside and out. Very punctual departure. We did the passenger only option which was easy walk to either downtown port angeles or main area of Victoria. Relatively smooth ride as the waters were fairly calm on both trips. Can't speak to the vehicle aspect. All in all was nice.

We had a great experience on the Black Ball Ferry. We pre-booked our ticket and we took the first ferry in the morning. Everything went smoothly. We watched the sunrise and we even got to see porpoises! The crew was super friendly and they had a few food options. Everyone was well organized. The boat and bathrooms were very clean. The views were spectacular too. I definitely recommend!

Buying tickets online was easy, and the boarding process in Victoria, including customs, was quick and straightforward. Everyone we interacted with was polite and helpful. The ferry left exactly on time, safety protocols were clearly explained, and the ride itself was smooth and comfortable.

The people at Black Ball Ferry Line have excellent customer service. We don't have any experience with auto ferry services, much less crossing the border by ferry. To avoid showing up at the terminal without a clue, we called ahead to get answers to our many questions. The agent we spoke to was extremely helpful. She made sure we knew what to expect when we arrived at the terminal, where to get in line to purchase "first come, first served" tickets, how they're sold, which documents they'll need to see, and where to get coffee while waiting to depart. She also gave us fantastic advice on how to maximize our chances of getting on the first sailing out of Port Angeles when all reservations for the day were sold out and they were expecting many others to show up hoping to get on any sailing scheduled for that day. We probably would have made it across to Canada eventually but we were very grateful for her advice so that we didn't have to wait around for hours for an opportunity be available. The guys guiding drivers to their loading lanes made sure we had our documents and made sure we were aware there was a still chance we wouldn't make it onto the first sailing. We thought it was great how they kept us informed and managed our expectations. At this point, we didn't care if we were able to board the first ferry because we knew the Black Ball staff was looking out for the us and likely the rest of the travelers that day. The deck hands loading drivers onto the ferry were very good at it. Their directions were direct, concise, and very clear. They alleviated a lot of the anxiety I might have had if I were trying to maneuver my car in and around the vehicle deck without their excellent direction. We didn't have much contact with the ship's crew while we were underway but they seemed pleasant, professional and ready to serve the passengers and ferry. Off loading was just as efficient as loading. Again, the directions were clear and concise. We would have figured it all out ourselves if we had to. Thankfully, the Black Ball staff was very helpful and essentially walked us through all our questions and then some. The Port Angeles Passenger Terminal is clean and comfortable. The restrooms are clean. If you're walking on the ferry, you'll be comfortable while you wait.

Great 90 min ride over to BC Victoria. Ship is clean lots of seating. Pretty area we took our bikes on the Ferry and rode all over down town also Chinatown. We had a blast.

My family and I took this ferry up to Victoria for vacation, and generally enjoyed the experience. I showed up early despite having a reservation, because I wanted to explore the dock area and grab lunch. The process of boarding was very organized, if a bit slow (every car coming off the ferry had to go through a booth despite having already gone through customs in Victoria before leaving). The seating is plentiful if you don't mind sitting outside on the deck (we were lucky and got a family booth inside). The reason I do not give them 5 stars is that the unloading experience was uncomfortable and actually a bit dangerous. There was some sort of parade happening on the road right outside of the ferry, and gobs of pedestrians blocked the entire ferry from unloading. It was extremely stressful to try to leave the terminal, even if you were turning right, because hundreds of people with zero survival skills were stepping out in front of each car en mass. While I know the ferry staff aren't responsible for festivals, I felt like they could have sent one staff member up to the entrance to control and direct pedestrians, or even coordinated with local law enforcement to have an officer do it. It would have been SO much safer with just a little extra effort. I bet it would have been less stressful to the staff too, since there is no way the ferry stayed on schedule with each car taking 5 minutes or more to leave the lot one at a time.

We recently traveled with Black Ball Ferry Line from Port Angeles to Victoria. The ferry was clean and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and organized. Boarding and disembarking were smooth, and the crossing took about 90 minutes. For 4 people and one car, the round trip cost us about $300. The ferry has a small coffee shop and comfortable seating, which made the journey pleasant. Overall, a reliable and convenient way to travel between Washington and British Columbia.

Closed. The center appears to be closed. I visited today, October 4th and it was closed. There was no sign or information to tell you the status. Just closed down. Bathrooms closed! Does some very nice trails behind the center that are still accessible and very beautiful. So you can still Park and have a nice hike.

Nice place to visit and get a map. The road to hurricane Ridge is right there and you should go up there. Great view from the top in there are actually flushed toilets up there in a little mobile home type set up, but I would still use the bathroom at the visitor center before you go cause it may take you a while to get to the top. We got there two days before the government shut down began. We stayed for several days and I would say that by the third day some of the bathrooms were looking pretty bad. We stayed in the Crescent Lake Lodge, and it was very nice. I’m guessing it’s privately run because they were still open after the shutdown.

17 Aug 25- Spent 2 days in and around the park. The drive to the park from Bellevue is very scenic lined with tall trees. As we gain the elevation very many beautiful sites greet us. Majestic Olympic range mountains are seen one after the other. The weather was playing truant so we could not see very many of the promised vistas that we see in pictures. We also took a small guided trek conducted by Ranger Ellie Paxson. She was very passionate about the local flora and fauna and explained in great details . She also explained the causes of wild fires and their long term ecological implications. She also answered questions from the visitors. An excellent experience.

Breath taking views amazing nature .... From rainforest to ocean from mountain peaks to lake shore trails... The only down side is you can not share this with your dog. Dogs are not allowed in any trails. Please make sure you check the park web site for possible road closures and current weather conditions. Be prepared for different weather conditions in the same day. Do not skip the visitor centers.

We were visiting Olympic National Park in September and staying in Port Angeles. We were glad that the Visitor Center was open and we talked to the ranger. We only had 2 full days to explore this vast national park and we wanted to cover the highlights and hidden gems.

Just love the Olympic National Park. Will definitely come back to explore more when up the Oregon coast and explored several places. Stayed at Push Mora, South Beach, All were great places with great hikes on the beach

One of the most breathtaking places I’ve visited so far — the Hoh Rain Forest in Olympic National Park! 🌲✨ Without a doubt, it’s the crown jewel of the park. The drive itself was nothing short of majestic, winding through lush greenery and dramatic mountain views. To visit, you’ll need either a daily entry pass or the America the Beautiful annual pass — totally worth it for this unforgettable experience. If you're looking to immerse yourself in nature's magic, the Hoh Rain Forest should be at the top of your list.

Starting from the parking lot, the trail isn’t very long. For groups with slower walkers such as seniors and children, completing the loop with photo stops takes about 2 hours. For average adults, it can be done in around 1 hour. The path offers a refreshing forest walk, with two viewpoints for waterfalls. Although the waterfalls aren't particularly grand, the overall route is easy, safe, and a great choice for a family outing.

You reach to the waterfall through a super easy walk alongside a lush forest with ferns and canopies. My partners tagged this place as the dino forest. It can be quite crowded of course. Definitely worth a visit. Parking is tight.

Fun, easy hike to the falls with other more challenging trails for those wanting options. It says it takes about 1.5 hours, but we did it in 50 minutes at a fairly quick pace but stopping to enjoy multiple views and sights along the way. Crescent Lake is absolutely beautiful and so incredibly clear with green and blue colors! Don’t let the idea of crowds worry you either; it was peak season but didn’t really feel crowded except when in the parking area.

This trail exceeded our expectations. It is surrounded with beautiful trees as well as ones that are full of boss. You will have multiple Creek crossings that use really neat bridges and it is very scenic. Once you get to the waterfall, there are a couple viewing platforms and I was impressed. Not to mention the trail starts at a beautiful lake.

Walk through the Marymere Trail up the Falls is interesting. It was not thatmuch adventures as expected. Still to be carfull while walking. Years old Pine trees are the major attraction on the walk.

The Marymere Falls trail in Olympic National Park is one of my favorite easy hikes — super scenic and perfect for photos! I’m an elopement photographer and love shooting here because it’s short, flat, and surrounded by that dreamy mossy forest everyone pictures when they think of the PNW. The last few minutes go a bit uphill before the waterfall, but it’s an easy climb and totally worth it. I always recommend starting the hike from Lake Crescent Lodge instead of the Storm King Ranger Station — that route is way prettier, and the lake views by the lodge are incredible. Parking can get busy in summer, but off-season it’s quiet and peaceful. If you’re visiting Olympic National Park or looking for an easy, beautiful trail (and maybe a perfect elopement photo spot!), Marymere Falls is a must-see.

Pleasant walk on hard packed trail. Lots of wooden stairs to climb to the overlook during last 0.2 mile. Very busy on this Sunday, but the forest is very pretty.

One of our favorite places. It has incredible tide pooles with low tides. Fun candy beach to play in and we love the camp sites. Oh and a great playground and fields to play in. The military pieces from the past are very cool. And there are always deer.

When visiting Salt Creek, keep in mind that most the beach is owned by Crescent Beach RV Park so there is a fee to use the beach. Salt Creek Recreational Area is to the right of the creek. The day we were there was free parking near the campground area. When parking at the campground there are three sets of stairs going down to the beach. We went down the most western set of stairs. On our prior visit, we parked in the “lower” lot just to the right of crescent beach and I don’t recall there being any stairs. There are tidal pools to search. We saw sea urchins and anemones. We were also delighted to see a family of sea otters run across the beach and into the surf. Bring sturdy shoes for walking over the rocks near the tidal pools. There were slight waves and we saw someone surfing. Even though the water was icy cold, our kids went in…without wetsuits.

We love this area! There's lots of parking, day use is free and there's some great hikes around the park. It's a beautiful coastal area as well. We recommend the striped peak trail which was beautiful. Great views, wonderful forest section, well kept and marked. Go have fun!

Gorgeous area and some neat history. We had a little time to fill before going to our Airbnb after Crescent lake and found this gem. Tide was high so we didn’t get to go tide pooling but enjoyed some trails and walking near the beach. Very pretty area

This was our favorite thing!!! We got lucky and visited during one of the lowest tides in a long time. We were able to walk all the way out to the large stack and do lots of tidepooling. Such a cool experience. Only tough part is getting down the rocks at the stairs. Not for the faint of heart or slippery feet! Highly recommend!

One of our all time favorite places to stay, interesting history and tour the artillery installations. Our site is well shaded and the restrooms are clean and neat. We appreciate the hard work the staff does to make our stay enjoyable.

Went for tide pooling, and did not disappoint!! Check the tide schedule DAY OF as it changes, and arrive earlier so you can park (minima availability, but we got a fantastic spot arriving about 30 min prior) and wear sturdy shoes. We wore rubber soled water shoes against other review advisement...and we're fine! We got them at the Walmart in Port Angeles simply because we didn't want to dampen our hiking shoes BUT I can see where that would be a problem with elderly or young kids. A hiking stick is recommended to reach the best spots, close to shoreline. Found a natural driftwood one and paid it forward as we left. Takes about 20 minutes to hike all the way in for best tide spots. Keep kids close! Very slippery when sea kelp is on rocks. Saw purple sea urchin, mussels galore, starfish, sea anemone, sea plants, snails, crabs...so much to see! Very awesome adventure for kids of all ages. Don't snooze on this activity.

Gorgeous small-ish but still beautiful waterfall! Hot tip, if you park and start to walk through tall grass or trees, there is an actual paved path that is accessible (which I love)! You can also come off the paved path and explore in the small creek/water and surrounding nature. Good, quick stop for a short hike.

Very short walk - paved one and nice view of the waterfall. Loved big mossy trees at the bottom of the trail - maples I think 🤔

Nice little waterfall with a 0.1 mile paved walk into the forest to reach it. Anyone could make this hike so don't worry if you're not feeling fit. There's an extremely fragrant bathroom on the way if you need it. Plenty of parking and some picnic tables nearby too.

Madison Falls is a super easy and beautiful stop in Olympic National Park. I wouldn’t really call it a “trail” — it’s a short, paved walk (just a few minutes) to the waterfall. If you’re looking for more of a real hike, check out Marymere Falls instead. The waterfall is still stunning, though! If you want quick photos with a beautiful waterfall, this is exactly the spot. I’m an elopement photographer and often bring my couples here for a short session — even guests can easily join since it’s so accessible. It does get busy, so I recommend visiting early in the morning or near sunset to avoid crowds. Totally worth the quick stop!

Great place to stop and visit the beautiful elwah river in all its glory. Very historic area as it's the first explored river valley of the Olympics! You can also bike in for a few miles and hike if wanting to. We had an excellent time!

Bathroom yes Pass not needed Wheelchair accessible and family friendly Limited parking and does have other trails you can walk along

We visited Olympic National Park in September and this trailhead was close by to our lodging. It is a short hike to the falls. The parking lot has a great view of Elwha River.

Wonderful collection of marine life! The natural habitat water is pumped from outside! Perfect for children and enjoyable for adults. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I felt very welcomed there and observed genuine kindness and patience with young inquisitive minds. Restrooms are outside, building next door. Free parking, picnic tables, too.

Super cute little aquarium! I would say better for little kids, but we adults enjoyed the touch tanks too 😁 I heard about how and octopus eats, saw the cutest baby fish, and watched my sister feed algae discs to the sea urchins!

This center thoroughly exceeded my expectations. I thought it would be a good experience, but it was fantastic thanks to Joseph, an outstanding tour guide volunteer who was extremely knowledgeable about every exhibit and question we asked. The touch tank was super fun, too. Highly recommend visiting here, and I hope you get a tour from Joseph, who needs a promotion from volunteer to paid employee for sharing his impressive marine life expertise.

Amazing fun touch tank marine center! Quaint, but filled with lots of sea animals. Very knowledgeable staff and volunteers to help show you all the underwater amazement! A must see when in PA!

Great little aquarium and learning center. There is plenty to see and learn here all for $6 entrance fee. Facility maintained well with ocean water inlet. The volunteers are knowledgeable and answer questions patiently. Must see Jelly fish section and touch exhibits. No restrooms. Plenty of free parking.

A wonderfu hands-onl expereince! The staff were very friendly and knowledgable. Was a great to look at the sealife before tide-pooling to know what to look for.

Wonderful local attraction. The staff and volunteers are very kind and knowledgeable.