Peak · Olympic National Park
Maiden Peak
7 mi round trip1,758 ft gainModerateDay 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
Distance7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,758 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit6,434 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Maiden Peak is a peak reached by a 7-mile round trip from Deer Park Trailhead. The route follows Obstruction Point-Deer Park Trail 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 Deer Park Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.