Lake Crescent Lodge - Olympic National Park

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Lake Crescent Lodge

Lake Crescent Lodge is located right on the shores of Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. This lodge offers a variety of lodging options, including lodge rooms and cottages. 

The historic Lake Crescent Lodge was built in 1915 and has been voted one of the top National Park Lodges in the country. 

Lake Crescent Resort has multiple types of accommodations, ranging from historic lodge rooms to fireplace cabins. 

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Room Types

Historic Lodge Rooms

Five of the original seven lodge rooms are still in use today, located on the second floor of the main 1914 lodge building and accessible by stairs only. These rooms are the most historic accommodations at the lodge, with original character and lake views that are hard to match anywhere in Olympic National Park. Guests must be 18 years or older to stay in Historic Lodge rooms. No televisions or telephones are available. MilesGeek

• Historic Lodge Room with One Double Bed and Lake View
• Historic Lodge Room with Two Double Beds and Lake View

Singer Tavern Cottages

The Singer Tavern Cottages are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and were designed and built to resemble the original cottages constructed in 1915. There are ten one-bedroom and three two-bedroom cottages which offer more privacy and space. Each one has a porch and enjoys lake and mountain views. Some cottages are pet-friendly. These are among the most popular accommodations at the lodge and book up quickly. My Port AngelesMy Port Angeles

• One-Bedroom Singer Tavern Cottage with One Queen Bed or Two Queen Beds, Porch, and Lake and Mountain Views
• Two-Bedroom Singer Tavern Cottage with Porch and Lake and Mountain Views
• Pet-Friendly Singer Tavern Cottage

Roosevelt Fireplace Cabins

Named for President Roosevelt following the creation of Olympic National Park in 1938, the Roosevelt Fireplace Cabins are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a charming series of three cabin units located just off the serene banks of the lake, with convenient parking and an excellent option for larger groups, families, and pets. Each cabin includes a fireplace and is among the most sought-after rooms at the lodge, booking up as far as nine months in advance for peak summer weekends. Gardens in Seattle

• Roosevelt Fireplace Cabin with Fireplace, Lakeside Setting, and Pet-Friendly Option

Marymere Rooms

The Marymere wing is reminiscent of the 1950s and every room looks out toward the bank of the lake. Rooms are larger than the historic lodge options and offer peaceful lake views. Two queen beds are standard in Marymere rooms. These rooms are not pet-friendly. Gardens in Seattle

• Marymere Room with Two Queen Beds and Partial Lake View

Storm King and Pyramid Mountain Rooms

The Storm King rooms are in a newer two-story building set further back from the lake, surrounded by trees and feeling a bit like a cabin in the woods. Rooms have one queen bed, a porch or balcony, and shower-only bathrooms. Pyramid Mountain rooms are also in a two-story building surrounded by trees and overlooking a meadow, with porches or balconies and mountain views, and two queen beds. No televisions or telephones are available in either building. Gardens in Seattle

• Storm King Room with One Queen Bed, Porch or Balcony, and Forest Setting
• Pyramid Mountain Room with Two Queen Beds, Porch or Balcony, and Mountain Views
• ADA Accessible Pyramid Mountain Room with One Queen Bed and Full Bathroom

Room Amenities

• Private Bathroom with Shower and Tub Combination (most rooms)
• Private Bathroom with Shower Only (Storm King Rooms)
• Wood-Burning Fireplace (Roosevelt Fireplace Cabins)
• Porch or Balcony (Singer Tavern Cottages, Storm King, and Pyramid Mountain Rooms)
• Lake and Mountain Views (select rooms and cottages)
• Coffee Maker (select rooms)
• Heat
• No Television (Historic Lodge Rooms, Storm King, and Pyramid Mountain Rooms)
• No Telephone (select rooms)
• No Air Conditioning
• Free WiFi in Public Areas
• Free Self-Parking
• Pet Friendly (select Singer Tavern Cottages and Roosevelt Fireplace Cabins)
• ADA Accessible Room Available (Pyramid Mountain Building)
• Guests Must Be 18 or Older for Historic Lodge Rooms
• Full-Service Dining at Singer's Table
• Singer Tavern Lounge with Full Bar
• Shoreline Kitchen for Casual Counter Service
• Rowboat and Paddleboat Rentals on Lake Crescent
• Access to Marymere Falls Trail, Storm King Trail, and Spruce Railroad Trail
• Daily Housekeeping
• Non-Smoking Property
• Seasonal Operation (late April through late October)

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Room Amenities

• Patios/Balconies
• Coffee Maker
• Mini-Fridge
• ADA Accessible Rooms
• Adjoining Rooms
• Lake Views
• Iron/Ironing Board
• Hair Dryer
• Rollaway Cribs Upon Request

Lake Crescent Lodge Amenities

• Dining
• Lounge/Bar
• Gift Shop
• Mountain WiFI
• Lake Access and Beach
• Boat Rentals
• Free Guest Parking
• Non-Smoking
• ADA Accessible
• Pet-Friendly

The Lake Crescent Lodge has the charm of a turn-of-the-century resort including a gorgeous stone fireplace, comfortable spacious antique furnished lobby with views of the spectacular sunset over the lake. 

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Things to know when planning a trip to Lake Crescent Lodge

Lake Crescent Lodge Address - 416 Lake Crescent Road, Port Angeles, Washington

Check-In Time - 4:00 pm at the front desk of the main lodge

Check-Out Time - 11:00 am

Cancellation Policy - $25 fee if canceled more than 7 days prior to arrival date. If cancellation occurs within 7 days, the full amount is forfeited. 

Pets - $25.00 non-refundable fee per pet per stay, due at check-in. Pets must be leashed at all times. 2 pets only maximum, no size limits. 

Pets permitted in Roosevelt Cabins and Singer Tavern Cottages only.

Smoking - All rooms are non-smoking.

WiFi - Limited internet access available in the lobby only. 

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Distance to other Olympic National Park Destinations

One thing to know about traveling within Olympic National Park is many destinations are a fair distance away from each other. This is not a park you are going to see everything in one or two days.

It can take a lot longer than you expect to reach many destinations within the park. Plan extra time for driving! 

Crescent Lake Resort to:

• Hurricane Ridge - 39 miles, 1 hour
• Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort - 21 miles, 45 minutes
• Hoh Rainforest - 68 miles, 2 hours
• Kalaloch - 71 miles, 1.5 hour
• Mora - 48 miles, 1 hour 15 minutes
• Lake Ozette - 72 miles, 2 hours 30 minutes
• Lake Quinault  - 105 miles, 2 hours 30 minutes
• Staircase Ranger Station - 109 miles, 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Seattle - 3 hours
• Portland - 4.5 hours
• Victoria, British Columbia - 2.5 hours

Things to Do When Staying at Lake Crescent Lodge

🌊 Sit on the lakeside porch of the main lodge and take in the extraordinary blue-green water and mountain views
🛶 Rent a rowboat, kayak, or canoe from the lodge dock and paddle the impossibly clear waters of Lake Crescent
🥾 Hike the Marymere Falls Trail through old-growth forest to a beautiful 90-foot waterfall a short walk from the lodge
🏔️ Climb the steep Mount Storm King Trail for panoramic views over Lake Crescent and the surrounding peaks
🌲 Explore the Barnes Creek and Aurora Ridge trails for old-growth forest hiking above the lake
🎣 Fish for the unique Beardslee and Crescenti trout, species found only in Lake Crescent
📸 Photograph the lake's extraordinary color and clarity from the lodge dock and shoreline
🌅 Watch the light shift across the lake and surrounding ridges at sunrise and sunset from the lodge porch
🍽️ Dine at the Dining Room at Lake Crescent Lodge with lakeside views through large windows
☕ Relax on the porch with coffee in the morning as mist rises off the water
🚗 Drive east along Highway 101 to Port Angeles and Hurricane Ridge for alpine meadow and mountain views
🌿 Visit the Sol Duc Hot Springs, about 12 miles west, for a soak in thermal pools surrounded by rainforest
🦅 Birdwatch for bald eagles, ospreys, and kingfishers along the lake and surrounding forest

Olympic National Park Guided Tours

Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach Guided Tour in Olympic National Park
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 9 hours |  🚌Check Rates and Availability

The ancient forests, mountains, and rugged beaches of the Olympic National Park provide some spectacular hiking opportunities. On this tour, visit two of the most stunning natural spots - Hoh Rainforest and Rialto Beach - and enjoy short hikes at both destinations. With round-trip transportation, National Park fees included, and an optional packed lunch, everything is taken care of, so you can focus on admiring the views.

Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 12 hours |  🚌Check Rates and Availability

Have a special chance to explore Olympic National Park with a naturalist guide - and make your sightseeing logistics smooth and hassle-free on this small group tour from Seattle. With round-trip transit from your downtown hotel, getting to the UNESCO-listed park is made simple. From beaches to mountains to forests and beyond, experience the best of this spectacular landscape, seeing and doing more with your guide than you could alone.

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Olympic National Park
⭐️ Rating: 4.4 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 8 hours to 1 day | 🔊Check Rates and Availability

Download this audio tour and you'll discover more on your Olympic National Park road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and directions play automatically, all based on your location.

You'll be guided to all of the park's famous highlights as well as the lesser-known gems, including the most easily accessed mountain area in the park with superb views and hiking trails, a unique temperate rainforest where you can walk amongst the giant trees, and incredible beaches rich with tidepools.

Olympic National Park Lodges

⭐️ 4.5 of 5 Stars - Kalaloch Lodge - Click Here for Rates and Availability

• Season: Year-round
• Location: Along Highway 101 on the Pacific Ocean

The Kalaloch Lodge is a perfect place to stay while exploring the Olympic Peninsula and was indeed one of our favorite National Park Lodges we've ever stayed at. With well-equipped rooms and unbeatable views of Kalaloch Beach, you're sure to fall in love with this lodge.

⭐️ 3.8 of 5 Stars - Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort - Click Here for Rates and Availability

• Season: Mid-April to the end of October
• Location: Right by the Sol Duc Hot Springs

The Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort is a rustic, serene property located by the hot springs. With a reservation at this resort, you'll also get access to swim in the hot springs, which was undoubtedly the highlight of our stay there. The property's prime location in the forested region also gives you easy access to the nearby trails, the Sol Duc Falls, River, and Valley.

⭐️ 4.5 of 5 Stars -Lake Crescent Lodge - Click Here for Rates and Availability

• Season: May to January
• Location: Beside Lake Crescent, approximately 30 minutes from Port Angeles, Washington

The Lake Crescent Lodge boasts phenomenal views of Lake Crescent and offers a variety of accommodating options like cottages, lodge rooms, single tavern cottages, and more for you to choose from. If you end up deciding on a cottage (like we did), you'll get a chance to catch the gorgeous sunsets over the lake from your front porch.

Lodging near Olympic National Park

⭐️ 4.2 of 5 Stars -Lake Quinault Lodge - Click Here for Rates and Availability

• Open Year-Round
• Location - Located on the South Shore of Lake Quinault near the Southwest portion of Olympic National Park.

At Lake Quinault Lodge, you can look forward to golfing on site, a terrace, and shopping on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The onsite family restaurant, Roosevelt Room, features American cuisine. In addition to a firepit and mini golf, guests can connect to free in-room Wi-Fi.

⭐️ 3.9 of 5 Stars - Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor - Click Here for Rates and Availability

Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar at Red Lion Hotel Port Angeles Harbor. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location. Be sure to enjoy a meal at 48° North, the onsite restaurant. Free in-room Wi-Fi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.

Click on this link or the map below to see additional hotel and vacation rental rates in the area.

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Olympic National Park Entrance Fee

Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.

Park Entrance Pass - $30.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $25.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Per-Person Entrance Pass - $15.00 Visitors 16 years or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.

Annual Park Entrance Pass - $55.00, Admits pass holder and all passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. Valid for one year from the month of purchase.

$75.00 for Commercial Van with 7-15 seats

$100.00 for Commercial Mini-Bus with 16-25 seats

$200.00 for Commercial Motor Coach with 26+ seats

Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.

$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.

National Park Free Entrance Days  -Mark your calendars with the free entrance days the National Park Service offers for US citizens and residents.

Additional Information on Olympic National Park

• Complete Guide to Olympic National Park
• Olympic National Park Hikes
• Kalaloch Beach - Olympic National Park
• Hoh Rainforest - Olympic National Park
• Lake Crescent - Olympic National Park
• Hurricane Ridge - Olympic National Park
• Marymere Falls Trail
• Hall of Mosses Trail
• Sol Duc Falls Trail
• Sol Duc Hot Springs
• Kalaloch Tree (Tree of Life)

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