Peak · Olympic National Park
Kloochman Rock
11 mi round trip3,605 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: Reservation
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
Day hikeNo permit
Day hikes need no permit, only the park entrance pass.
OvernightReservation
Every overnight stay needs a wilderness permit from Recreation.gov. Bear canisters are required at all wilderness camps (free loaners at Wilderness Information Centers).
Permit calendar
Summer permits releaseApril 15, 7 AM PT
Summer quota seasonMay 15 to October 15
Olympic National Park wilderness rules from the National Park Service. Quota areas include Seven Lakes Basin, Grand Valley, Royal Lake, the Ozette coast, and Enchanted Valley. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance11 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain3,605 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit3,174 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Kloochman Rock is a peak reached by a 11-mile round trip from Queets River Trailhead. The route follows Queets River Trail, then Kloochman Rock Route to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
National park entrance fee: $30 per vehicle for 7 days, the $55 Olympic annual pass, or an America the Beautiful pass. The park does not take cash.
Buy an entrance passGetting there
The hike starts at Queets River Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.