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The Strait of Located on the north edge of State’s , the natural beauty of this National Scenic Byway is as unique as it is spectacular. Its remote stretches of rugged coastline will make your ride along its Juan de Fuca 61-mile length a stand-out adventure. The connects the Paci c Ocean with , parallels the western half of the Strait and traverses the northwestern corner of the United States. Highway Drive Time: 1.5 to 2 hours one way beginning at either end Washington State Route 112 More information: www.highway112.org

Distances Port Angeles Joyce Cl. Bay/Sekiu Lake Ozette Neah Bay & Mileages Miles / Time Miles / Time Miles / Time Miles / Time Miles / Time 17 Tatoosh Island & Makah Cultural and Port Angeles 16/24 min. 50/1 hr.16 min. 75/2hrs.7 min. 68/1 hr.47 min. Lighthouse Research Center Joyce 16/24 min. 34/53 min. 59/1 hr.45 min. 54/1 hr.20 min. Cape Flattery Neah Bay Cl. Bay/Sekiu 50/1 hr.16 min. 34/53 min. 25/50 min. 20/32 min. 12 Lake Ozette 75/2hrs.7 min. 59/1 hr.45 min. 25/50 min. 38/1 hr.11 min. Neah Bay Sail and Seal Rocks Victoria Neah Bay 68/1 hr.47 min. 54/1 hr.20 min. 75/2hrs.7 min. 38/1 hr.11 min. Au

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All rights reserved. 1. Elwha Gateway Interpretive Center trails to Striped Peak. The remains of Fort Hayden, a World War II 12. Sail and Seal Rocks (Sea Stacks) This self-guided center presents an overview of the largest dam coastal defense fort, are preserved on the 196 acre site. The park These twin offshore rocks are feeding grounds for gray whales; removal project in the United States occurring on the nearby is popular for tent and RV camping. [Turn off SR112 at Milepost sea birds can also be seen. The Strait of Juan de Fuca connects Elwha River. Nature trails lead from the parking lot to views of 53.8) Puget Sound to the Pacific Ocean. [Milepost 1] the Elwha River gorge and the former Elwha Dam site. 7. Joyce General Store & Depot Museum 13. Neah Bay and the Makah Tribe (Milepost 60] This historic landmark is a favorite supply stop for locals and Discover ancient Makah heritage at the Makah Cultural and 2. Elwha Bridge tourists. It houses artifacts from the area’s logging history and a Research Center. Explore camping, sports fishing, and hiking The Elwha River’s glacier-fed waters and deep gorge are century-old US Post Office. The Joyce Depot Museum is just east the pristine coast to Shi Shi Beach in Olympic National Park. exceptionally scenic and can be viewed from the “old” Elwha of the store in a log-built former railroad station. Its exhibits tell Take the Cape Flattery trail on a ¾ mile cedar-planked Bridge on Elwha River Road. The one-lane 1914 bridge was the story of Joyce’s early history. The museum is open Saturdays boardwalk to a magnificent view of the Tatoosh Island replaced in 2009 with one supporting separate vehicle and year round [extended days in summer]. [Milepost 50-51] Lighthouse. A recreational permit is required and can be pedestrian decks. The pedestrian deck is the river crossing on 8. Lyre Conservation Area purchased at several outlets in Neah Bay. [Milepost 0] the Olympic Discovery Trail. [Turn right on Elwha River Road at This area features a 1 mile trail to the at the mouth of Milepost 58.5] the Lyre River, streams, tide-flats, kelp beds and a ½ mile of 3. Mouth of the Elwha River Strait of Juan de Fuca shoreline. The trail passes through a large Two dams on the Elwha River were removed between 2011 and diverse upland forest as well as providing an opportunity to view Events (More at www.highway112.org) 2014, releasing millions of cubic yards of sediment from their salmon, birds, and other wildlife. It is open for non-motorized July recreation such as hiking, horseback riding, surfing, bird watch- reservoirs. This is creating exciting changes to the area around Clallam Bay-Sekiu Fun Days — Combines the best of ing, and biking. [Turn right on Reynold Rd at Milepost 46.8 and the river’s mouth. Eagles can often be seen flying above the family, food, fireworks and FUN! See the Grand Parade on drive 1/2 mile to parking on left] beach. [Turn right on Place Road at Milepost 58 and drive 1.9 Saturday and the famous Fun Run on Sunday. miles to day-use parking] 9. Pillar Point County Park www.clallambaysekiufundays.com/index.html 4. Olympic Discovery Trail Adventure Rte. This wooded 4-acre day-use park has a sandy beach with a The Olympic Discovery Trail [ODT] is a non-motorized, concrete launch ramp for small boats. It is a great area for August multiuser transportation/recreation system that will eventually crabbing, shell fishing, and photography. Enjoy scenic views of Joyce Daze Wild Blackberry Festival — Features its span the Olympic Peninsula. One portion, connecting SR112 at the Strait, the Pysht River estuary and the imposing profile of legendary Blackberry Pie Contest, parade, music, antique car the Elwha River with Lake Crescent, is the Adventure Route. It Pillar Point. [Milepost 29-30] and tractor displays, a wacky Beard and Mustache contest, is three feet wide, has a dirt and gravel surface, and is open to 10. Clallam Bay Spit County Park and great food. www.joycewa.com hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers. [Milepost 59.5] This County day-use park includes picnic sites, rest rooms, an Makah Days — One of the premier annual festivals in the olympicdiscoverytrail.com interpretive display and room to roam. In summer months, there state, Makah Days celebrates the rich heritage of the 5. Freshwater Bay County Park is public access to the Clallam Spit with a mile-long sand and Makah people. A concrete launch ramp and beach access are open year round. gravel beach. [Milepost 16-17] www.makah.com/makahdays.htm The protected bay provides an ideal spot for fishing, kayaking, 11. Lake Ozette September beach combing, crabbing, and birdwatching. The park has an Part of Olympic National Park, Lake Ozette offers boating, hiking Great Strait Sale — Once a year, SR112 becomes a haven upper picnic area [open May - Sept] located in a natural cedar and camping and access to the trailhead of a 9-mile cedar for shoppers and sellers. You might discover that rare ??? forest with shelters and restrooms. [Turn off SR112 at Milepost boardwalk loop to the Pacific shoreline, up the coast and back to you’ve been trying to find! www.highway112.org 56.5] clallam.net/Parks/freshwaterbay the lake. Check with ONP’s Wilderness Information Center in Port 6. Salt Creek Recreation Area Angeles for overnight permits, tips, and tide schedules. [Turn at Salt Creek includes the Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary, a Milepost 12-13 and drive to the end of Hoko Ozette Road] diving site, a saltwater beach, a surfing and paddle sport area, playground, tide pools, a wide variety of bird life, and hiking MP = Highway mile post