Cape Alava
Olympic · Washington
Cape Alava is one of the permitted entry points in Olympic on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 60/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
Reservable year-round in two blocks at 7:00 AM Pacific: the summer season (entries May 15 – October 15) opens April 15, and the winter season (entries October 16 – May 14) opens September 15. No lottery - cancellations reopen sites continuously.
Demand
High demand (60/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Cameron Creek via Three Forks Trail - 5.0 on AllTrails
- Hoh River Trail to Blue Glacier Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- High Divide and Seven Lakes Basin Loop - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Sol Duc Falls Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Enchanted Valley Chalet via East Fork Quinault River Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Cape Alava permits open?
Reservable year-round in two blocks at 7:00 AM Pacific: the summer season (entries May 15 – October 15) opens April 15, and the winter season (entries October 16 – May 14) opens September 15. No lottery - cancellations reopen sites continuously. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Cape Alava to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is Cape Alava?
The live demand score is 60/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- Big Log - 55 mi away
- Boulder Lake (No Campfires) - 74 mi away
- Boulder Creek (No Campfires) - 75 mi away
- Appleton Pass (No Campfires) - 77 mi away
- Canyon Camp - 85 mi away
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