Day-use visitors can access this former National Park Service campground site along the Elwha River, though overnight camping ended after flood damage in 2017. The area maintains basic facilities including pit toilets, garbage collection, and picnic tables under a shelter structure. Located about 2.5 miles from the Madison Falls trailhead, the site requires foot or bicycle access since bridge removal limits vehicle entry.
Campers seeking overnight options can explore campgrounds outside Port Angeles or check Humes Ranch and Boulder Creek within the park system. The National Park Service continues limited maintenance, though visitors should verify current conditions with the Port Angeles Wilderness Information Center before planning trips.
Location
Public CampgroundAltair Campground — Olympic National Park is located in Washington
Directions
From Highway 101, take the Olympic Hot Springs Road south. The campground is located approximately 4.5 miles on the right, just beyond the bridge over the Elhwa River.
Coordinates
48.00985415 N
123.59118167 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 21 min from Seattle, WA
- 2 hrs 44 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 3 hrs 2 min from Bellingham, WA
