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Murhut Falls — Jul. 15, 2023

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal

3 people found this report helpful

 

Such a great little hike with some fun elevation to get your legs working. The hikes heights lead you to such a great view of the water falls but if your willing to climb a bit more it’s worth it! A natural pool sits up top and you’re able to climb behind the waterfall. We sure wished we brought lunch to hangout in that area a little more !

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Hiked Murhut Falls first and then Ranger Hole. There's a toilet at Ranger Hole but none at Murhut so I'd recommend Ranger Hole first. I'm thankful for the WTA driving directions, Apple Maps took us to the junction for Murhut Falls and luckily WTA said to keep going for another 1.3 miles. There are potholes on the road but it's like any unpaved road. There was only 2 other people at the trailhead for the Falls when my husband and I arrived. Well maintained trail and beautiful Falls! We enjoyed this hike- short and sweet with great views. 

Ranger Hole had more vehicles and people when we arrived. The water is gorgeous! The hills are a bit steep going down and I can see why one hiker recommended poles. This was a beautiful hike as well and we enjoyed doing both together. Family friendly- we saw multiple on the trail and loved the mossy trees. 

Stopped at Tides Family Restaurant for lunch on 101 S afterwards and it was delicious! Enjoyed the fish basket and Rueben. :)

Murhut Falls — Jun. 19, 2023

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
Beware of: road conditions

1 person found this report helpful

 

Fun, short trail with a good reward at the end. Watch slippery wet rocks. Mostly uphill to the falls but very doable. Watch for potholes on the 2 miles of unpaved road but fine with a passenger car.

Murhut Falls — Jun. 13, 2023

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
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Ethan
WTA Member
25

3 people found this report helpful

 

The road is dirt, in good condition, but for further than the locals who recommended the hike seemed to indicate. Just be prepared for a 15 to 20 minute one way drive from 101 to get to the trail.

That said, the falls are much bigger and nicer than I expected, and the trail usd in excellent condition. After dinner on a weekday we had the entire trail to ourselves. We also passed through a large herd of elk on the way in.

A great, short trail.

Murhut Falls — Jun. 9, 2023

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal
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Hiking Buddies
WTA Member
75
Beware of: road conditions

1 person found this report helpful

 

Road: A tree snag leaned across the road with some sharp branches hanging down. My 10-foot tall van fit under it but was barely able to avoid bad scratches from the branches.

Trail: In beautiful condition! 

Falls: Gorgeous!