Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Saratoga Point

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Clallam County

Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Saratoga Point

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Lake Crescent – Daley Rankin Tunnel loop from Saratoga Point

05:54

79.5km

1,180m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Olympic National Park

Olympic National Forest

Olympic Experimental State Forest

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37.0 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (canopy section)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Cycle through this stunning section where you'll pass through a lush forest filled with Sitka spruce, hemlock, and a variety of other trees. In certain areas along the trail you will spot the crystal-clear waters of Lake Crescent.

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38.6 km

Old Spruce Train Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

A 450-foot-long tunnel, originally part of a railroad passage, was excavated during World War I and now forms a segment of the Spruce Railroad Trail. The tunnel was renovated in 2017.

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39.4 km

Lake Crescent

Highlight • Lake

Located in the northern foothills of the Olympic Mountains, Lake Crescent, approximately 18 miles west of Port Angeles, offers a tranquil escape into nature. Its pristine, glacially carved waters make …

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40.5 km

Spruce Railroad Trail (Lake Crescent)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A scenic rail to trail path in Olympic National Park. Built in 1918 to harvest spruce for biplanes, it now offers a picturesque route. Enjoy stunning views of Lake Crescent, pass through wooded areas, and admire the rugged lakeshore cliffs.

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41.4 km

Daley Rankin Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

This tunnel was carved from a massive rock along the trail. The bike path leads you right through it, offering a unique perspective of the lake.

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42.6 km

Lake Crescent

Lake

71.7 km

Lyre River/Lake Crescent

Highlight • Lake

Once you reach the end of the trail at East Beach Road, you can walk down to the river to see the spot where Lyre River flows into Lake Crescent. Enjoy the beautiful natural surrounding.

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