Upper Sol Duc campground
Upper Sol Duc
Nearby points of interest include the Sol Duc Hot Springs, which is just a short hike from the campground, and the Hoh Rainforest, which is about an hour's drive away. The campground also offers easy access to hiking trails and fishing opportunities.
Amenities at the Upper Sol Duc camping area include picnic tables, fire rings, and potable water. The campground is first-come-first-served, with 32 campsites available. The area has no access to cell service.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to some of the oldest trees in the world, with some exceeding 1,000 years in age.
The best time to visit Upper Sol Duc is during the summer months, from June to August, when temperatures average in the mid-60s to low 70s Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the campground is closed during the winter months due to heavy snowfall.
What's on-site at Upper Sol Duc
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Upper Sol Duc, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sol Duc Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Appleton Pass | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Heart Lake Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bruce's Roost | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Clear Lake Tent Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Sol Duc -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elwha River Above Lake Mills Nr Port Angeles | 725 cfs | → |
| Elwha River At Mcdonald Br Near Port Angeles | 885 cfs | → |
| Hoh River At Us Highway 101 Near Forks | 982 cfs | → |
| Dungeness River Near Sequim | 239 cfs | → |
| Calawah River Near Forks | 246 cfs | → |
| Quinault River At Quinault Lake | 1,240 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Sol Duc -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Waterhole | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterhole | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckinghorse | 3.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Buckinghorse | 4.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dungeness | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dungeness | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Salt Creek Recreation Area
- Shane Park
- Webster Park
- Francis Street Park
- Bogachiel State Park
- Tilicum Park
Boat launches
Paddle runs
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Sol Duc River
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Boulder Creek
- Headwaters To Western Boundary Of Olympic National Park
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries Within The Park To Confluence With Sol Duc River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Upper Sol Duc as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Sol Duc
Can I make reservations at Upper Sol Duc?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Upper Sol Duc?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Sol Duc.