One of the best ways to experience America’s natural beauty is to hike and camp in the great outdoors. Washington’s Olympic National Park has some of the most spectacular scenery in the country, with a gorgeous temperate rainforest, stunning mountains, and 70 miles of rugged coastline. The park is home to Shi Shi Beach – a majestic coastal beach that features stunning rock formations, pretty tide pools and camping, but you’ll need to backpack in to witness this rugged beauty.

Imagine waking up on beautiful Shi Shi Beach in Olympic National Park.
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To reach this coastal paradise, you'll first take a 3.3 mile-long, forested trail down the mountain.
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You'll find the trailhead near the fish hatchery off Hobuck Road.
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Make your way along the trail, and you'll soon enjoy incredible views of the beach below.
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The last part of the trail clings to the side of a steep cliff. Make your way carefully down this steep section, and make use of the rope or exposed tree roots to keep your balance.
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Olympic National Park gets a lot of rainfall every year; it's the wettest place in the United States. Though you might experience a rainy campout, Shi Shi Beach is absolutely beautiful, no matter what the weather.
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Interesting rock formations rise up out of the ocean...
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...and tide pools reveal beautiful sea creatures.
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Make sure to check the tide charts, and pitch your tent well above the high tide mark.
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On a misty morning, you might find that you have some visitors to your campsite. Wildlife of all kinds is plentiful here.
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To camp overnight on Shi Shi Beach, you’ll need a Makah Recreation Pass and a wilderness camping permit. Get more information on Olympic National Park’s website.

Looking for more of America’s beautiful beaches? Check out this gorgeous black sand beach in Hawaii!

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