Enchanted Valley
Olympic National Park Backpacking Tour
Backpacking Gear Included
|Fresh Meals Prepared Daily
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Enchanted Valley
Olympic National Park Backpacking Tour
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Cost:
$1747 (4 Day)
$2097(5 day) -
Type:
Backpacking
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Length:
4 – 5 days
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Difficulty:
Moderate to Advanced*
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Mileage:
4 Day – 26 miles
5 Day – 37 miles -
Season:
June – September
Adventure Details
Enchanted Valley: The Crown Jewel of Olympic National Park
Step into a living fairy tale on this unforgettable 4- or 5-day guided backpacking journey to the legendary Enchanted Valley—often called the “Valley of Ten Thousand Waterfalls.” From the mossy embrace of the Quinault Rainforest, follow the gentle East Fork Quinault River as it carves through cathedral groves of ancient cedar and Douglas fir, sunlight filtering through fern canopies in shafts of emerald light. Cross crystal streams on log bridges, then emerge into the breathtaking openness of the Enchanted Valley itself: a sweeping alpine meadow framed by sheer 3,000-foot cliffs laced with silvery waterfalls that thunder straight from hanging valleys above. Watch Roosevelt elk graze at dawn, spot black bears foraging among wildflowers, and fall asleep beneath a blanket of stars so vivid they seem close enough to touch. This is Olympic National Park at its most magical—remote, serene, and soul-restoring.
Tour Highlights
- Wander beneath ancient old-growth rainforest with trees over 1,000 years old
- Arrive at the iconic Enchanted Valley Chalet and its meadow of cascading waterfalls
- Prime wildlife viewing: Roosevelt elk, black bears, river otters, bald eagles, and osprey
- Optional 5-day ascent to Anderson Pass for sweeping 360° Olympic Mountain panoramas
- Gentle 26–34 miles round-trip on well-maintained trail with moderate elevation gain (~3,500–5,000 ft total)
- Multiple river crossings, swimming holes, and wildflower explosions in summer
- Small groups and expert guides, all permits, gourmet backcountry meals, and bear canisters included
- Two or three nights camping in one of the most beautiful valleys on Earth
Leave the ordinary behind and let the Enchanted Valley cast its spell. Limited dates each season—your Olympic dream awaits.
What's included?
- 5pm orientation the evening prior to your hike at Olympia, WA hotel partner.
- Backpacking & Camping permits.
- Tent camping each night on the trail.
- All food while on the trail prepared by your guide - from lunch day 1 through breakfast on the final day.
- Single (solo travelers) or double occupancy tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, backpack, trekking poles.
- A certified, medically trained guide that will lead you safely on your journey.
- An unforgettable experience!
Our prices do not include guide gratuity (10%-20% of tour cost is recommended).
Adventure Itinerary
Tour Itinerary (4 & 5 Day options)
Day 1
Our guided backpacking tour of the Enchanted Valley in Olympic National Park will begin with pickup from our Olympia, WA hotel partner. From there, we will head out on a 2.5 hour scenic drive across the Olympic Peninsula to our starting trailhead. Upon arrival tour or trailhead we will embark on the first leg of our epic journey through the moss-laden old growth forest that we will spend the next 4-5 days exploring. Our hike today will be approximately 5-7 miles (permit itinerary dependent) of moderate hiking through the lush forest with a number of river and creek crossings along the way. Make sure to lookout for the epic exposed root systems of fallen trees as well as a plethora of animal and plant life. Tonight will be spent camping along the serene Quinault River as the crisp water whispers along.
Day 2
Today is the day! Following a tasty breakfast prepared by your guide, we will break down camp and start our final push to our ultimate destination, the Enchanted Valley. We will hike approximately 4-6 miles on our way to the valley today. Upon our arrival, we will be met with majestic views of the towering waterfalls cascading down the sides of the mountain, open lush valleys and the famous Enchanted Valley Chalet. The rest of our day will be spent relaxing and exploring the valley, soaking in the beauty and reveling in all of the grandeur that truly gives a feeling of enchantment.
Optional Day 3
On the 5 day variation of this tour, we have the option to continue our hike through the valley up the heart pumping trail to Anderson Pass. From our lookout at the top of the pass, we will have amazing views of the surrounding Olympic wilderness, mountains and forest. Our hike will be approximately 10.5 miles round trip with an exhilarating 3000ft of elevation gain to reach the pass. This hike is not for the faint of the heart and will take the totality of our day to complete.
Second to last day
We get up for an early breakfast to pack up camp and head out back to our starting point. It is a beautiful 5-7 mile hike back through the evergreen forest and mossy cedars to reach our final nights campground, again along the Quinault River.
Final day
Today we will make our final push back to our starting trailhead where our tour will culminate and we can begin to soak in the magical experience of the previous 3-4 days. Once our entire group has finished the hike, we will leave the trailhead and make our way back to the Olympia, WA hotel where we will say our final goodbyes.
Pickup Locations
Olympia, WA - Transportation will be provided from our local hotel partner
What to Bring
Our camping and hiking trips include all pro-quality gear and meals required for your adventure. This includes tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, cooking supplies, trekking poles, and daypacks and/or backpacks. All meal preparations will be handled by your guide.
We are happy to accommodate food allergies and most dietary restrictions. Please include your preferences in your Registration Form so that we can prepare accordingly.
Gear Included
Discovery Treks tours are all inclusive tours which include:
- All meals from dinner night 1 through breakfast on the final day of your hike
- An experienced Wilderness First Responder Certified Olympic Backpacking Guide
- Necessary pro-quality backpacking gear including 65 - 75L Osprey backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, trekking poles, double occupancy tent, bear canister (Single tent upgrade available for $50)
- All permits and fees
June
July
Don't see a tour date that works for you?
We may still be able to schedule additional tour dates that fall within your travel window.
Please call our office to inquire at 480-247-9266.