FKT: Michael Tappel - Olympic National Park Grand Loop (WA) - 2023-08-26

Challenging loop! Beautiful first half rolling along the ridge with views of the surrounding Olympics; the second half dips in and out of several valleys and features several massive climbs which are tough on already-tired legs. Lots of blowdowns on the trail along the Gray Wolf River section, and the trail was generally overgrown in many areas. Lots of water sources past mile 10 once you come off the ridge.

It was a smoky and hot day which wasn't ideal, would love to come back on a clear day. Ran counterclockwise from Deer Park Campground, starting and finishing at the Three Forks TH per Paul's prior effort.