Lake Ozette

Lake Ozette

Lake Ozette is located in northwest Washington State, in one of the most remote regions of the Olympic National Park.  This freshwater lake is the third largest lake in Washington State.  Lake Ozette was settled by 130 families in the early 1890's, but most of these settlers left when the area became an Olympic Forest Reserve.  There is now a Ranger's Station (only open seasonally), small campground, boat launch, restrooms and the Lost Resort.

The turn-off to Lake Ozette is along Highway 112, near Sekiu, and it’s then a 25-mile drive off the highway down an isolated road to the Ranger’s Station and parking lot at Lake Ozette.

Important Information about Lake Ozette

• The National Park Service has posted a warning on their website about the hazards of high waves and cold water at Lake Ozette for kayakers and boaters.  These conditions have resulted in drownings, therefore please heed all warnings.
• Please ensure you have enough gas in your car before making the journey out to Lake Ozette. 
• To avoid disappointment, book campsites in advance.

Camping and cabins at Lake Ozette

The campground has an idyllic location on the shores of the lake (contact the Wilderness Information Center at Port Angeles for information about camping permits).  Alternatively, visitors can stay a short distance up the road at a campsite or cabin at the Lost Resort (closed winter).  Lunch and supplies can also be purchased at the Lost Resort store and deli. 

Ozette Loop hike

A popular attraction at Lake Ozette is the Ozette Loop, one of the most spectacular coastal hikes in the Olympic Peninsula. Two 3-mile boardwalks leave from the lake to the rugged coastline, ending at either Sand Point or Cape Alva. These trails are connected by a 3-mile hike along the beach, creating a 9-mile loop.