Gray Wolf Ridge 7218'  Clallam County Highpoint

Your adventure begins with a strenuous hike up through trees and open rocky meadows into Olympic National Forest's Buckhorn Wilderness.  

The trail climbs relentlessly as it enters Olympic National Park on a wind scoured & sunny alpine ridge with views of Royal Creek Valley and the craggy peaks that protect it.  

Silence pervades this pristine region, the only sound the rustling of the wind as it rises from the valley.  

The climb continues along Gray Wolf Ridge to its highpoint at 7218', the highest point in Clallam County.  

​From this lofty vantage you'll be treated with a 360 view from the impressive Needles Range to the city of Sequim, WA, Canada and beyond. 

On the return trip, you will take a different trail down a steep rocky spine and loop back to the start of the journey.

Itinerary

Day 1:  Gear Check at ISO HQ located inside Sound Bikes & Kayaks in downtown Port Angeles.
             Depart for Upper Dungeness Trailhead.
             Establish Base Camp along the beautiful alpine ridge between False Baldy and Baldy Summit.
Day 2:  Summit Gray Wolf Ridge, 7218' in Olympic National Park.  
             Return to Base Camp.
Day 3:  Hike out.

Date(s) & Cost

TBD
​$ 625 per person
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Details

ISO Adventures provides the following:

• A qualified and insured Guide.
• Maximum 3:1 Client to Guide Ratio.
• Secure parking in downtown Port Angeles, WA.
• Transportation to & from the trailhead from ISO HQ at Sound Bikes & Kayaks.
• Parking fees and entrance fees are included.
• Backcountry permits.
• Group climbing gear.
• Group medical kit.
• Bear Canisters.
• Boiling water.

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Once you reserve your spot you will receive:

• Pre-trip phone consultation with your guide.
• Personalized gear list and food recommendations specific to your adventure.

Additionally, ISO Adventures provides freeze-dried food bundles at a reduced price. 

Lead Guide:  Erin B Reading

Erin B Reading, former Olympic National Park Ranger.  

• Learn about the Royal Creek Drainage from the unique perspective of its former caretaker.
• Improve your Leave No Trace, backpacking and off trail navigation skills.
• Camp on Baldy Ridge and experience the magic of Olympic National Park at nighttime.
• Learn best practices to preserve this special area of the Olympic Peninsula.​

Reservation & Cancellation Policy

• 50% deposit due at time of reservation, 25% of which is a non-refundable registration fee.
• Trips must be paid in full within 14 days of departure date.
  
• Trips cancelled greater than 14 days from departure are refundable minus the 25% registration fee.
  
• Trips cancelled within 14 days of departure are non-refundable.