Brochure Map - Strait of Juan de Fuca Scenic Byway

The Strait of
Located on the north edge of Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula, the natural beauty of this National Scenic
Byway is as unique as it is spectacular. Its remote stretches of rugged coastline will make your ride along its
61-mile length a stand-out adventure. The Strait of Juan de Fuca connects the Pacific Ocean with Puget Sound,
parallels the western half of the Strait and traverses the northwestern corner of the United States.
Juan de Fuca
Highway
Drive Time: 1.5 to 2 hours one way beginning at either end
More information: www.highway112.org • www.byways.org/browse/byways/13740/
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Second Beach
Teahwhit Head
Beaver
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National Park Service
Information Station
Bogachiel
State Park
Third Beach
Quillayute Needles
National Wildlife
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Port Angeles
Eagle Ranger
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Hills Ranger
Station
Hurricane
Ridge
Sol Duc Hot Springs
Sol Duc Falls
Lake Mills
Elw
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Calawah
South Fork
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Olympic
National Park
Visitor Center To Seattle
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Lake Aldwell
Lake Crescent
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Forks Timber Museum
Rialto Beach
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Olympic National Forest
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Olympic Coast
National Marine
Sanctuary
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Clallam Bay Spit
County Park
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Hoko-Ozette
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Ozette
Ranger
Station
Sand Point
Cl. Bay/Sekiu Lake Ozette
Clallam Bay
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Village
Archaeological
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Reservation
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Makah Indian
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Makah Bay
Port Angeles
Port Angeles
16/24 min. 50/1 hr.16 min. 75/2hrs.7 min. 68/1 hr.47 min.
Joyce
16/24 min.
34/53 min. 59/1 hr.45 min. 54/1 hr.20 min.
Cl. Bay/Sekiu 50/1 hr.16 min. 34/53 min.
25/50 min.
20/32 min.
Lake Ozette 75/2hrs.7 min. 59/1 hr.45 min. 25/50 min.
38/1 hr.11 min.
Neah Bay
68/1 hr.47 min. 54/1 hr.20 min. 75/2hrs.7 min. 38/1 hr.11 min.
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Hobuck Beach
Flatter y Rocks
National Wildlife
Refuge
Shi Shi Beach
Distances
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Makah Cultural and
Research Center
Tatoosh Island &
Lighthouse
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Bogachiel River
National Scenic Byway
Hoh Rain Forest
Visitor Center
Whale Trail Sites
Hoh River
Historic Points
of Interest
Olympic Discovery
Trail, Completed
Hoh Rain
Forest
Mount Olympus
7,965 feet / 2,428 meters
Natural & Scenic
Points of Interest
Parks & Campgrounds
Ranger Stations
Olympic Discovery
Trail, Proposed
©2011 Juan de Fuca Scenic Byway Association. All rights reserved.
1. Elwha Bridge & Elwha River Restoration/Elwha
Dam Removal Area
The Elwha River can be viewed while crossing the newly replaced
Elwha Bridge (just north of SR112) on Elwha River Road. It includes
a pedestrian deck suspended below the vehicle deck. The river was
once home to famous runs of Chinook salmon. In 2011, removal will
begin on the Elwha and Glines Dams and will continue for up to
three years. To learn more, visit www.nps.gov/olym/naturescience
/elwha-ecosystem-restoration.htm (Turn off SR112, Milepost [MP] 60
to Lower Dam Road)
2. Olympic Discovery Trail Adventure Route
The Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) is a non-motorized, multiuser
transportation/recreation system that will eventually span the
Olympic Peninsula. One portion, connecting SR112 at the Elwha River
with Lake Crescent, is the Adventure Route. It is three feet wide with
a dirt and gravel surface and intended for use by equestrians, hikers,
and cyclists. www.olympicdiscoverytrail.com (MP 59.5)
3. Freshwater Bay County Park
The launch ramp for small boats, saltwater beach access and lower
picnic area are open year round. The 17-acre day-use park has an
upper picnic area located in a natural cedar forest, with covered
picnic shelters. This area is open from May to Sept.
www.clallam.net/CountyParks/ (Turn off SR 112 at MP 56.5)
4. Salt Creek Recreation Area
Salt Creek includes the Tongue Point Marine Life Sanctuary, diving
sites, a saltwater beach, playground, tidepools and hiking trails to
Striped Peak. Originally a World War II harbor defense site, the
remnants of Fort Hayden are preserved on the 196-acre site. The park
has 90 campsites, accessible showers and rest rooms, and an RV
dump station. Check tide schedules and camping information at
www.clallam.net/CountyParks/ (Turn off SR112 at MP 53.8)
5. Joyce General Store & Depot Museum
This historic landmark is a favorite supply stop for locals and
tourists. It still has many original fixtures from back in the day. It
continues its service as a US Post Office, with many of the features
from its beginnings a century ago. Open seven days a week year
round. Call (360) 928-3568 for more information. The Joyce Depot
Museum is east of the store in a former railroad station. It exhibits
items from the 1920s through the 1940s. The museum is open every
Saturday year round (extended days in summer). (MP 50-51)
6. Pillar Point County Park
This wooded 4-acre day-use park has a sandy beach with a concrete
launch ramp for small boats. Check tides before launching:
w.saltwatertides.com/. Great for crabbing, shell fishing and photography. Scenic views of the Strait, the Pysht River estuary and the imposing
profile of Pillar Point. (MP 29-30)
7. Clallam Bay Spit County Park
On 33 acres on a saltwater beach, this day-use park includes public access
to the Clallam Spit and a mile-long sand and gravel beach, access to the
Clallam River, picnic sites, accessible rest rooms, an interpretive display
and room to roam. www.clallam.net/CountyParks (MP 16-17)
Food/Lodging/Gas
Joyce Area
These twin offshore rocks are feeding grounds for gray whales; sea birds
can also be seen. The Strait of Juan de Fuca connects Puget Sound to the
Pacific Ocean. Exceptionally scenic, with complex rocky shorelines, and
soft northwest light and water. A photographer’s dream! (MP 1)
Elwha Dam RV Park
MP 60 / 360.452.7054
La Place sur la Mer
MP 58-59/ 360.565.8029
Salt Creek RV and Golf
MP 53-54 - 360.928.2488
Crescent Beach and RV Park
MP 53-54 / 360.928.3344
Joyce General Store
Groceries and fuel
MP 50-51 / 360.928.3568
Family Kitchen
MP 50-51 / 360.928.9777
The Blackberry Cafe
MP 50-51 / 360.928.0141
Cozy Overnight Cottage
MP 48-49 / 360.928.9705
10. Neah Bay and the Makah Tribe
Clallam Bay/Sekiu Area
8. Lake Ozette
The area around Lake Ozette is part of Olympic National Park and can
only be reached by car from SR112. The lake is the third-largest and
second-deepest in the state of Washington. It offers boating, hiking and
camping and is also the trailhead to a 9-mile cedar boardwalk loop to
the Pacific shoreline, up the coast and back to the lake. Be aware of
tides (www.saltwatertides.com/) and visit www.nps.gov/olympic for
back country rules and tips for visitors. (Turn at MP 12-13 and drive to
the end of Hoko-Ozette Road.)
9. Sail and Seal Rocks (Sea Stacks)
Enjoy camping, sports fishing, sightseeing in the surrounding wilderness, discovering the ancient Makah heritage at the Makah Cultural and
Research Center (open 7 days/week), hiking to Shi Shi Beach in Olympic
National Park. The Cape Flattery trail is a 3/4-mile cedar-planked
boardwalk to a view of the Tatoosh Island Lighthouse. www.makah.com
www.neahbaywa.com (MP 0)
Events (More at www.highway112.org)
July
Clallam Bay-Sekiu Fun Days — Combines the best of family, food,
fireworks and FUN! See the Grand Parade on Saturday and the famous Fun
Run on Sunday. www.clallambaysekiufundays.com/index.html
August
Joyce Daze Wild Blackberry Festival — Features its legendary Blackberry
Pie Contest, parade, music, antique car and tractor displays, a wacky Beard
and Mustache contest, and great food. www.joycewa.com
Makah Days — One of the premier annual festivals in the state, Makah
Days celebrates the rich heritage of the Makah people.
www.makah.com/makahdays.htm
September
Great Strait Sale — Once a year, SR112 becomes a haven for shoppers
and sellers. You might discover that rare ??? you’ve been trying to find!
www.highway112.org
MP = Highway mile post
Winter Summer Inn B & B
MP 16-17 / 360.963.2264
Sunsets West Co-op
Groceries
MP 16-17 / 360.963.2189
Jack Mackerel Seafood
Mp 16-17 / 360.963.2021
Gary’s Pay & Save
Auto repairs
MP 16-17 / 360.963.2485
Breakwater Restaurant
MP15-16 / 360.963.2428
Bay Motel
MP 15-16 / 360.963.2444
Van Riper’s Resort
MP14-15 / 360.963.2334
Olson’s Resort
MPt 14-15 / 360.963.2311
Curley’s Resort & Dive Center
MP14-15 / 360.963.2281
Angler’s Hideway
MP 14-15 / 360.963.2750
Straitside Resort
MP 14-15 / 360.963.2100
Lost Resort at Lake Ozette
MP 12-13 / 360.963.2899
Chito Beach Resort
MP 7-8 / 360.963.2581
Bullman Beach Inn
MP 1-2 / 360.645.2306
Snow Creek Resort
MP 0-1 / 360.645.2284
Neah Bay - MP1
Washburn’s General Store
360.645.2211
Apocalypto Motel and
Linda’s Wood-fired Kitchen
360.645.2564
Take Home Fish Company
360.640.0262
Makah Mini Mart and Fuel
360.645.2749
Cedar Shack Espresso
360.645.2658