Olympic National Park hiking guide
Ozette Loop
An 8.7-mile loop with 1,210 ft of climbing in Rialto, Second & Third Beaches, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 8.7 mi (13.9 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,210 ft (370 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Rialto, Second & Third Beaches
About Ozette Loop
Winding through lush coastal rainforest and along the rugged shoreline, the Ozette Loop offers scenic Pacific Ocean views and tall seastacks. The area contains evidence of long Makah habitation, with artifacts from the Ozette area well documented rather than specifically documented petroglyphs along the trail. Visitors often see seals and migrating gray whales, and the route includes boardwalks plus designated beach and backcountry campsites for day hikes or multi-day trips (permits required).
