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    Hikes/United States/Washington State/Olympic National Park

    Peabody Creek Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    2.5-3h
    Distance
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    8.4 km
    Elevation
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    289 m
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    Peabody Creek Trail is a little escape from the urban world within Port Angeles. This 8.4 km trail is a moderate hike, with gentle elevation gain and a well-defined route. This is also one of the few trails in Olympic National Park that allows dogs, though they must be kept on a leash.

    This trail is easy to complete, but there are a few narrow sections. Other than that, you’re likely to have a relaxed, enjoyable walk!

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    Route Description for Peabody Creek Trail

    Peabody Creek Trail follows and crosses Peabody Creek. It’s a moderate trail with spread-out elevation gain. You can hike this as an out and back or connect to Hurricane Ridge Road as a loop. While there might be some road noise on the trail, it’s a great forest walk for those in the city.

    Some sections of the trail are narrow, so take care especially if you have your dog with you.

    Begin from beside the visitor center in the parking lot. You’ll take Peabody Creek Loop, staying left to take the trail next to the creek. Enjoy the tall fir and the mosses as you walk alongside the water.

    The route bends away from Peabody Creek just after the smaller stream crossing, drawing nearer to Hurricane Ridge Road. You’ll approach the creek again just before the trail ends at the junction with the road. Either turn back and retrace your steps or take Hurricane Ridge Road back to the visitor center to complete your hike.

    Getting to the Peabody Creek Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Peabody Creek Trail is next to the Olympic National Park Visitor Center.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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