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Hood Canal Visitor Center

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We have ample parking, restrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Stop in for maps, recreation passes, and must-have local info.

The Hood Canal Visitor Center offers information about Hoodsport, Hood Canal, Mason County, and the Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest. A team of knowledgeable volunteers happily assist visitors with recreation maps, passes, and brochures. The Hood Canal Visitor Center is a former Park Ranger Office which has been managed by the Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce since 2005. National Forest Park Rangers are typically onsite Thursday-Sunday, 7:30a-5:00p and can advise regarding backcountry procedures. For more information about Hood Canal and Mason County, visit www.explorehoodcanal.com.

10/14/2026

Some great information on fall leaves from Olympic National Forest!

07/06/2026

Shellfish harvesting in the Hood Canal is still closed. See the post below for an update from the Department of Health and Fish & Wildlife.

For immediate release: July 2, 2026 (26-051) Contact: DOH Communications

07/06/2026

We are so excited for Staircase and the Lake Cushman area to reopen on July 8! Stop by our visitor center on your way up for helpful information and recreation passes. Remember to practice safe hiking and watch for fallen trees, rocks, and debris when hiking in recently burned areas.

05/22/2026

Happy camping!

01/27/2026

FYI

If conditions are favorable Tuesday, January 27, Olympic Interagency Fire Management officials plan to conduct prescribed burning operations in the Forest Service lands northwest of Hoodsport, WA along Lake Cushman.

Ignitions are scheduled to begin at 9:30a.m. and are expected to take most of the day to complete. If conditions remain favorable, burning may occur on January 28th and 29th to complete the piles in the area. The debris piles were created during fire suppression of the Bear Gulch Fire.

Smoke may be visible throughout the Lake Cushman area and Skokomish valley. Travelers in these areas may experience intermittent smoke impacts. Smoke may be visible throughout the week; forecasted rain will significantly decrease fire activity.

Learn more: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/olympic/newsroom/releases/burn-pile-operations-planned-along-lake-cushman-january-27

12/17/2025

UPDATE: Both directions of US 101 in Hoodsport have reopened.

Travelers beware! In the evening on Tuesday, December 16, a hillside gave way, causing a landslide that has blocked US Highway 101 just north of milepost 330.

There is currently a detour option. Learn more in the Mason County Sheriff's Office post below.

⚠️ Road Closure Update – US Highway 101 ⚠️

During the evening hours of Monday, December 16, a hillside gave way, causing a landslide that blocked US Highway 101 just north of milepost 330.

🚧 The roadway remains closed in the Hoodsport area at the following locations:
• South end: N Finch Creek
• North end: Glen Ayr Resort

➡️ Detour Route:
SR 119 to N Jorstad Creek Rd via FS-24 Rd

⚠️ Important Safety Reminder:
We are experiencing several drivers attempting to bypass posted road closure signs. These closures are in place for your safety and the safety of emergency crews and road workers. Obey all road closure signs and barriers. Driving around them is dangerous and may result in enforcement action.

For the most current and accurate updates regarding this closure and reopening efforts, please continue to refer to WSDOT.

Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and help in keeping everyone safe.

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12/10/2025

Be aware of flooding conditions in the forest! Some sites may be closed or have limited access due to recent weather. If you’re planning a visit, be sure to check current conditions before you head out and have an alternate plan ready. Stay safe!

12/10/2025

Free days at State Parks in 2026 have been announced!

No pass is required for state lands on these days in 2026. Other nonstate sites may still have fees and pass requirements on these days.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Discover Pass free days 📅

A Discover Pass is not needed to park on lands managed by us, Washington State Department of Natural Resources and Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife on the following days ⬇️

Address

150 North Lake Cushman Road
Hoodsport, WA
98548

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+13608772021

Website

http://www.explorehoodcanal.com/

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