Rivers can flood in fall, winter, and spring, so watch for fallen trees in the water. Motorboats are only permitted on Lakes Crescent, Mills, Cushman, and Ozette and on the Quillayute, Dickey, and Hoh rivers. Waterskiing is only permitted on Lakes Crescent and Ozette. Camping Olympic's 16 campgrounds offer a total of 910 campsites throughout the park. You must obtain a free backcountry permit to camp in the backcountry and outside designated campgrounds.
Permits are available at some visitor centers and ranger stations.
See Camping for more information. Fishing Fishing licenses are not necessary in the park, but Washington State fishing regulations are enforced. Get a copy of park fishing regulations at the Olympic Park Visitor Center or from ranger stations. Washington State punch cards for salmon and steelhead trout are required. You can obtain cards from sports stores and tackle shops in local communities and along U.S. 101.