Your guide to Hoodsport, WA
Sightseeing
These are the top things to do and see in the area.
Located in the Southeast corner of Olympic National Park,
Staircase sits along the North Fork of the Skokomish River, which has melting snow flowing downstream to Lake Cushman. Rocky, craggy mountains line the lake and river, and lush forests of old-growth timber, hundreds of years old, grow in the valleys and along the gentler slopes. Surrounded by wilderness areas and impressive views of Washington’s volcanic peaks, Staircase and Lake Cushman are a nature-lover's dream destination.
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Staircase Rapids
Located in the Southeast corner of Olympic National Park,
Staircase sits along the North Fork of the Skokomish River, which has melting snow flowing downstream to Lake Cushman. Rocky, craggy mountains line the lake and river, and lush forests of old-growth timber, hundreds of years old, grow in the valleys and along the gentler slopes. Surrounded by wilderness areas and impressive views of Washington’s volcanic peaks, Staircase and Lake Cushman are a nature-lover's dream destination.
Lake Cushman is 8 miles long, 115 feet deep, and has two dams on it, but facts and figures don’t describe its beauty and mystery. The area is rich in culture and history, and it was the ancestral home to the Skokomish tribe, also known as the Twana. Guests can access Lake Cushman from Skokomish Park. Lake Cushman is great for fishing, kayaking, SUP, boating, and swimming.
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Lake Cushman
Lake Cushman is 8 miles long, 115 feet deep, and has two dams on it, but facts and figures don’t describe its beauty and mystery. The area is rich in culture and history, and it was the ancestral home to the Skokomish tribe, also known as the Twana. Guests can access Lake Cushman from Skokomish Park. Lake Cushman is great for fishing, kayaking, SUP, boating, and swimming.
Enjoy the unique experience of pedaling the historic
Simpson Logging Company Railway in Washington’s
beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Nature enthusiasts, birders,
cyclists, and rail fans are sure to relish the peace and
the tranquility of this unique trip.
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Vance Creek Railriders
421 W Hanks Lake RdEnjoy the unique experience of pedaling the historic
Simpson Logging Company Railway in Washington’s
beautiful Olympic Peninsula. Nature enthusiasts, birders,
cyclists, and rail fans are sure to relish the peace and
the tranquility of this unique trip.
Situated between the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in Mason County, Washington; Hood Canal is rich with outdoor activities including paddling, hiking, SCUBA, racing and even skydiving. Visit for the solitude, oysters and waterfalls – return again and again for year round hiking trails, fantastic views and amazing people!
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Hood Canal
Situated between the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in Mason County, Washington; Hood Canal is rich with outdoor activities including paddling, hiking, SCUBA, racing and even skydiving. Visit for the solitude, oysters and waterfalls – return again and again for year round hiking trails, fantastic views and amazing people!
Food scene
Open daily from 11 am-8 pm. Authentic Mexican cuisine, and amazing
margaritas. They offer outdoor seating depending on the weather. They also offer carryout. What's more, they are located just 5 minutes from home. Our favorite dish is the Cancun Burrito and they have the best Cadillac Margaritas!
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El Puerto De Angeles
24080 US-101Open daily from 11 am-8 pm. Authentic Mexican cuisine, and amazing
margaritas. They offer outdoor seating depending on the weather. They also offer carryout. What's more, they are located just 5 minutes from home. Our favorite dish is the Cancun Burrito and they have the best Cadillac Margaritas!
My favorite place to grab a fish sandwich before a hike and don't forget the milkshakes! Contrary to the name, they don't just serve burgers, they have Teriyaki, Sandwiches, Milkshakes, Fish' n Chips, and Ice cream. If you are in
a hurry I recommend calling ahead as there can be long lines during the summer. They do have outdoor seating.
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Burger Stand
24311 US Hwy 101My favorite place to grab a fish sandwich before a hike and don't forget the milkshakes! Contrary to the name, they don't just serve burgers, they have Teriyaki, Sandwiches, Milkshakes, Fish' n Chips, and Ice cream. If you are in
a hurry I recommend calling ahead as there can be long lines during the summer. They do have outdoor seating.
You can't beat the crab cakes, fresh oysters and clams, and amazing view at the Hama Hama Farm's rustic "saloon." Their limited, oyster-focused menu changes with the seasons – so check the menu for details. A little bit further from Hoodsport but worth the drive if you are a seafood lover.
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Hama Hama Farm Store
35846 US-101You can't beat the crab cakes, fresh oysters and clams, and amazing view at the Hama Hama Farm's rustic "saloon." Their limited, oyster-focused menu changes with the seasons – so check the menu for details. A little bit further from Hoodsport but worth the drive if you are a seafood lover.
The Model "T" Pub & Eatery is a dine in & take out restaurant in Hoodsport, WA serving roasted chicken, salads, burgers, fish & chips and more.
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Model T Pub & Eatery
24281 US-101The Model "T" Pub & Eatery is a dine in & take out restaurant in Hoodsport, WA serving roasted chicken, salads, burgers, fish & chips and more.
The Tides Family Restaurant
27061 US-101Cute little place that has delicious sandwiches, soups and light fare. Also serves the best Ice Cream.
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Compañía de café de Hoodsport
24240 US-101Cute little place that has delicious sandwiches, soups and light fare. Also serves the best Ice Cream.
Looking for an upscale dining experience or a place for a special occasion dinner? The restaurant at Alderbrook has you covered.
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Restaurant At Alderbrook
10 E Alderbrook DrLooking for an upscale dining experience or a place for a special occasion dinner? The restaurant at Alderbrook has you covered.
Places to drink
Hoodsport Coffee Company is a full-service espresso cafe with a variety of
drinks, delicious baked goods, panini sandwiches, soups, and salads. And do yourself a favor and try some of the unique flavors of ice cream.
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Compañía de café de Hoodsport
24240 US-101Hoodsport Coffee Company is a full-service espresso cafe with a variety of
drinks, delicious baked goods, panini sandwiches, soups, and salads. And do yourself a favor and try some of the unique flavors of ice cream.
Located in the heart of Hoodsport, Potlatch Brewing is the newest addition to
the town and it does not disappoint. Stop by for some well-deserved beer after a long hike.
Potlatch Brewing Company
24180 U.S. 101Located in the heart of Hoodsport, Potlatch Brewing is the newest addition to
the town and it does not disappoint. Stop by for some well-deserved beer after a long hike.
Make sure to stop by The Hardware Distillery and meet Jan & Chuck. The sweetest couple and the most delicious small-batch spirits. During the summer they have an event called " Fjordin Crossin" , do not miss this event.
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The Hardware Distillery
24210 US-101Make sure to stop by The Hardware Distillery and meet Jan & Chuck. The sweetest couple and the most delicious small-batch spirits. During the summer they have an event called " Fjordin Crossin" , do not miss this event.
A local award-winning winery in the Olympic Penninsula. A pioneer in the Washington State wine industry, Hoodsport Winery originated in 1978 when there were only sixteen wineries. Washington now has over six hundred wineries. Stop by and meet Peggy, she is an absolute delight.
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Hoodsport Winery
23501 US-101A local award-winning winery in the Olympic Penninsula. A pioneer in the Washington State wine industry, Hoodsport Winery originated in 1978 when there were only sixteen wineries. Washington now has over six hundred wineries. Stop by and meet Peggy, she is an absolute delight.
Stottle winery's tasting room in Hoodsport offers great tastings of local wines.
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Stottle Winery Tasting Room - Hoodsport
24180 US-101Stottle winery's tasting room in Hoodsport offers great tastings of local wines.
City/town information
The quaint little town of Hoodsport, right on the shores of the Hood Canal, is a must-visit on your Olympic adventures. It is the gateway to the Staircase entrance of the Olympic National Park and home to the beautiful pristine Lake Cushman.
Hoodsport has a little bit to offer to every kind of traveler. With restaurants, wineries, breweries, SCUBA diving sites, miles of hiking, Hoodsport can easily be one of your favorite towns in the Olympic Peninsula.
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Hoodsport
The quaint little town of Hoodsport, right on the shores of the Hood Canal, is a must-visit on your Olympic adventures. It is the gateway to the Staircase entrance of the Olympic National Park and home to the beautiful pristine Lake Cushman.
Hoodsport has a little bit to offer to every kind of traveler. With restaurants, wineries, breweries, SCUBA diving sites, miles of hiking, Hoodsport can easily be one of your favorite towns in the Olympic Peninsula.
Activities
Hoodsport’s SCUBA scene is well-known for its rock formations, pacific octopi, eels, rockfish and anemone. Legend has it that the largest octopus in the world lives in the waters of Hood Canal. YSS Dive in Hoodsport offers dive lessons and charters.
Yss Dive
24080 U.S. 101Hoodsport’s SCUBA scene is well-known for its rock formations, pacific octopi, eels, rockfish and anemone. Legend has it that the largest octopus in the world lives in the waters of Hood Canal. YSS Dive in Hoodsport offers dive lessons and charters.
Just minutes from the heart of Olympia, Washington, Skydive Kapowsin is the only fully certified skydiving center available 7 days a week for your skydiving convenience.
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Skydive Kapowsin
141 W Airview WayJust minutes from the heart of Olympia, Washington, Skydive Kapowsin is the only fully certified skydiving center available 7 days a week for your skydiving convenience.
Potlach State Park lies along the beautiful Hood Canal, with access to the Hood Canal and all that it has to offer. Be sure to pack pails, duck boots, crab pots, boats, and the right licenses. For shellfish harvesting, this park is truly where it's at! Whether it's oysters, crabs, or clams that whet your appetite, you'll find them here.
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Potlatch State Park
21020 US-101Potlach State Park lies along the beautiful Hood Canal, with access to the Hood Canal and all that it has to offer. Be sure to pack pails, duck boots, crab pots, boats, and the right licenses. For shellfish harvesting, this park is truly where it's at! Whether it's oysters, crabs, or clams that whet your appetite, you'll find them here.
The Ridge Motorsports Park is the Pacific Northwest’s premier destination motorsports complex. The Ridge Motorsports Park is located near the city of Shelton, between the picturesque Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, in Mason County, the birthplace of racing in Washington State.
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The Ridge Motorsports Park
1060 W Eells Hill RdThe Ridge Motorsports Park is the Pacific Northwest’s premier destination motorsports complex. The Ridge Motorsports Park is located near the city of Shelton, between the picturesque Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges, in Mason County, the birthplace of racing in Washington State.
Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman, formerly known as Camp Cushman or Lake Cushman State Park, covers over 500 acres with three boat-launch ramps on the 41,500 feet of freshwater shoreline on Lake Cushman.
Park facilities include campsites, RV pull-thru and back-in site, walk-in campsites, and two group camping areas. Plus, two fantastic day-use areas with picnic sites, a picnic shelter, and comfort stations located throughout the park. You can rent kayaks and boats at the park.
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Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman
7211 N Lake Cushman RdSkokomish Park at Lake Cushman, formerly known as Camp Cushman or Lake Cushman State Park, covers over 500 acres with three boat-launch ramps on the 41,500 feet of freshwater shoreline on Lake Cushman.
Park facilities include campsites, RV pull-thru and back-in site, walk-in campsites, and two group camping areas. Plus, two fantastic day-use areas with picnic sites, a picnic shelter, and comfort stations located throughout the park. You can rent kayaks and boats at the park.
Hood Canal Adventures rents kayaks, stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), and crab pots on the Olympic Peninsula’s beautiful Hood Canal. They also offer Eco-Tours, biologist-guided tours around the Hood Canal. Rentals are delivered to your location or a number of local beaches.
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Kayak Brinnon
306146 U.S. 101Hood Canal Adventures rents kayaks, stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), and crab pots on the Olympic Peninsula’s beautiful Hood Canal. They also offer Eco-Tours, biologist-guided tours around the Hood Canal. Rentals are delivered to your location or a number of local beaches.
Skyline Drive In Theater
182 SE Brewer Rd