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Olympic National Park
For Kids
 

Olympic's Living Classroom

Studying in Olympic's classroom of wild coast, ancient rain forest, and rugged mountains is typically a very wet experience. Muddy too. But what wonders await in this living classroom!

Are you curious about this diverse wilderness park? Would you like to explore a rain forest valley or hike on a glacier? Do you have a school project due soon?

As you explore the various links on our website you will find brochures and handouts that provide information on a variety of park topics. Don't forget to check out the "News" section for insight into current events and issues.

We hope you will be able to visit this living classroom someday. Just be sure to pack your umbrella!

 
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Click on the hat to go to the Junior Ranger page.
Mt. Olympus in winter  

Did You Know?
That Mount Olympus receives over 200 inches of precipitation each year and most of that falls as snow? At 7,980 feet, Mount Olympus is the highest peak in Olympic National Park and has the third largest glacial system in the contiguous U.S.

Last Updated: January 15, 2009 at 16:24 EST