PORT ANGELES – The entrance into the most popular spot in Olympic National Park is getting a facelift.
A project is now underway to upgrade the park entrance area at Heart O’ the Hills on Hurricane Ridge Road. The project will replace and upgrade the existing, 70-year-old buildings and utilities infrastructure at the entrance station area and improve traffic flow.
This project also includes the installation of a new permanent electronic message sign near the Olympic National Park Visitor Center at the base of Hurricane Ridge Road. The sign will be used to notify visitors year-round about current wait times at the entrance station and the status of the parking lot at the Hurricane Ridge.
Park officials expect minimal traffic impact even though construction will take place through the busy summer period. They are encouraging people to arrive early or visit later in the day to avoid the crowds and long wait times.