Hiking in the Hood Canal Region

Quilcene and Brinnon are nestled between the beautiful Hood Canal and the Hood Canal Ranger District of the Olympic National Forest. This unique location leaves endless opportunities for hiking and visiting viewpoints. One-hundred and ten miles of trails and viewpoints exist within the Hood Canal Ranger District of the Olympic National Forest and are accessible from the Quilcene/Brinnon area. Details and current trail conditions and viewpoints can be found by browsing the Hood Canal Ranger District Recreation Report or visit the Olympic National Forest Ranger District Information Center in Quilcene. Many local trailheads lead to backpacking trails in the Olympic National Park. To enter the Olympic National Park from the Quilcene/Brinnon area one must pass through the Olympic National Forest and hike westerly to the park boundary.