The Upper Dungeness River trail is an easy stroll along a roaring river and among towering trees. It’s great for all ages (as long as the trail is snow- and ice-free), and the shelter at Camp Handy is a welcome and dry lunch destination on rainy days. The trail parallels the river during most of the journey, always within earshot and often in view.
The forest canopy is magnificent, with old growth Douglas-fir more than 200 feet high and hundreds of years old. The forest floor is no slouch either, with a green, mossy carpet and an array of fascinating fungi. The trail crosses the river at 2.6 miles and a junction at 3.2 miles takes you right to the Camp Handy shelter. This is a great turn-around spot for an easy day on trail.
Upper Dungeness River
47.8776,
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Map & Directions
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Length
- 6.8 miles, roundtrip
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Elevation Gain
- 600 feet
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Highest Point
- 3,100 feet
The Upper Dungeness River trail is an easy stroll along a roaring river and among towering trees. It’s great for all ages (as long as the trail is snow- and ice-free), and the shelter at Camp Handy is a welcome and dry lunch destination on rainy days.
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Hiking Upper Dungeness River
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Upper Dungeness River
Map & Directions
Trailhead
Before You Go
Parking Pass/Entry Fee
Northwest Forest PassWTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.
Getting There
Head north on Highway 101 past Gardiner and Blyn. Roughly 1 mile north of Sequim Bay State Park, turn left on Palo Alto Road. Head south for 8 miles, then bear right onto Forest Service Road 2880. In 1.6 miles, bear right onto Forest Service Road 2870. Continue for 2.6 miles, bearing right at the Y in the road. Continue for 6.5 miles to the trailhead parking lot, located just across the bridge over the Dungeness River. There is a vault toilet at the trailhead.
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