Appleton Pass JCT Campsite
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Know before you go
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- No drinking water on site — bring enough for your whole stay.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
- Dogs aren't allowed — arrange a sitter if you're travelling with a pet.
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🏞️ Attractions
Mount Appleton is a 6,017-foot (1,834 m) double summit mountain located in the Olympic Mountains, in Clallam County of Washington state. It is set within Olympic National Park and is situated northwest of Appleton Pass. The nearest higher neighbor is South Appleton (6,100+ ft), 0.33 mi (0.53 km) to the south. Precipitation runoff from Mount Appleton drains into the Sol Duc River, and Boulder Creek
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Seven Lakes Basin is a formerly-glaciated mountain lake basin located at the headwaters of the Sol Duc River in Olympic National Park. A hiking trail to the basin is 19 miles (31 km) round trip with about 4,000 feet (1,200 m) of elevation gain. The loop trail starts by following the Sol Duc River near Sol Duc Hot Springs, traversing south past Sol Duc Falls before beginning a rapid elevation gain
The Sol Duc Hot Springs are a cluster of geothermal springs and pools in the Sol Duc Rainforest located in Olympic National Park, Washington state, that is best known for its soaking pools, hot tubs, and a swimming pool that are heated naturally via the heat provided by the hot springs. The resort with the same name is situated in a valley carved by the Sol Duc River. The springs, known to local
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Gift Shop & Grocery Store
🍽️ Food & drink
- The Springs Restaurant
- Sol Duc Cafe
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Five Mile Island Pit Toilet
🎾 Sports
- Swimming pool
- Sol Duc Hot Springs
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Good to know
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How much does it cost to camp at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
Appleton Pass JCT Campsite is free to camp at.
Do I need to book ahead for Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No — it's first-come, first-served.
Can I bring an RV or caravan to Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No — bring your own drinking water.
Are showers available at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No, showers are not available.
Are there electrical hookups at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No electrical hookups are available.
Is there WiFi at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No, there's no internet access on site.
Is there an RV dump station at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No dump station is available.
Are dogs allowed at Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
No, dogs are not allowed.
Who runs Appleton Pass JCT Campsite?
Appleton Pass JCT Campsite is operated by Olympic National Park.
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