As the fifth and final daytrip in our Olympic National Park series, we we’ve saved the best for last! In fact out of the five hikes we’ve featured, Lake Crescent may likely be the location that you will most want to return to time and time again.

Arguably one of the most idyllic spots in the entire Pacific Northwest, the fjord-like Lake Crescent, is over eight miles long and is one of Washington State’s deepest lakes. The lake is located entirely within the Olympic National Park and is known for its brilliant sapphire blue waters and exceptional clarity (caused by a natural lack of nitrogen in the lake which inhibits the growth of algae).

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