The mountain is entirely located in Olympic National Park, so a climb allows you to check an NP off your list. Its largest glacier is the Blue Glacier, which you will get quite intimate with when you climb. (If you want to get some photos, try Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park.)ĭespite its relatively low elevation and latitude, Mount Olympus is heavily glaciated. It's also Washington's third most isolated peak, so there are very few places you can actually view the mountain itself. This makes for some amazing views from the summit. Olympus is the tallest peak in the Olympic Mountains and the fifth most prominent peak in Washington (7,838'). Well, here are some facts that might change your mind.
Climbing Mount Olympus (Washington) FAQs:īefore we dive into a day-to-day narrative of our climb, here are a few Mount Olympus facts and climbing tips: Why should I climb Mount Olympus?Īfter all, it's not very tall (7,980').
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