The mountain also supports six active glaciers. This is significant because the Hoh Rainforest averages 141 to 165 inches (360 to 420 cm) of precipitation per year, which when it reaches the upper slopes of Mount Olympus is usually in the form of snow. The standard approach mostly follows the Hoh River Trail, which traverses through the Hoh Rainforest. The best places to see the mountain, outside of its own approach, are from atop other nearby peaks and ridges in the Olympic Mountains, or away from shore along the Pacific Ocean.īut even from these favorable viewing locations, Mount Olympus is commonly covered with clouds and being hit by storm systems. These peaks also obstruct views of Mount Olympus from every major city on and around the Olympic Peninsula. The mountain is located towards the west-central region of the Olympic Mountains, surrounded by other hills and peaks. As Seen From Another CoHP Requiring Over 5000' Gain (Gray Wolf Ridge)ĭespite being a significant mountain both regionally and nationally, few people ever even see Mount Olympus.

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