Lake Crescent

Lake Port Angeles, Washington, United States

What to expect

Lake Crescent is a deep lake located in Olympic National Park, known for its brilliant blue waters and exceptional clarity, with several trails and recreational activities available

Plan your family visit to the Lake Crescent with these blog insights 👇

2-Day Olympic National Park Itinerary with Kids + Map

This family's experience:

Activities: We stopped for a quick dip of our feet in or skipping some rocks

Highlights: The views of the deep blue water and the mountains jutting up are beautiful ✨

Complete Guide to Olympic National Park with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Lake Crescent and enjoyed the beauty, or rented rowboats from Crescent Lake Lodge

Highlights: We enjoyed the beauty and rented rowboats from Crescent Lake Lodge ✨

Epic 5-Day Olympic National Park Itinerary

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a few hours at Lake Crescent, enjoying the scenery and taking a walk on the Marymere Falls trail

Highlights: The kids loved playing in the water and going on the short hike. The views of the lake were amazing ✨

The Best Olympic National Park Itinerary with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We went kayaking on the lake, which is incredibly clear and beautiful. We also enjoyed biking the Spruce Railroad Trail along the north shore

Highlights: The kids loved kayaking on the lake and throwing rocks in the water, and we all enjoyed the stunning views of the mountains ✨

8 Incredible things to do on the Olympic Peninsula with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We went for a walk around the lake and enjoyed the scenery

Highlights: The kids loved swimming in the lake and exploring the nearby trails ✨