Deer Park Campground

About

Deer Park Campground occupies one of the highest vehicle-accessible locations in Olympic National Park at 5,400 feet. The setting delivers panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and remarkably dark skies for stargazing. The surrounding subalpine meadows provide access to trails including the Three Forks Trail and routes toward Obstruction Point. The 18-mile Deer Park Road is narrow and steep with blind corners; the final 9 miles are unpaved gravel. RVs and trailers are prohibited due to these road conditions. The campground operates seasonally from approximately June through mid-October, dependent on snow melt and road conditions. During the winter closure period, the road is gated at the park boundary. All 14 sites are primitive, equipped with fire pits, picnic tables, and access to vault toilets and bear-proof food storage lockers. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Trash must be packed out. Firewood gathering is prohibited within the park.

Directions

From Highway 101 approximately 5 miles east of Port Angeles, turn onto Deer Park Road. The 18-mile road is narrow and steep with blind corners. The last 9 miles are gravel and not suitable for RVs or trailers. The campground is at the road terminus.