At 1.5 miles turn off to Krause Bottom, dropping .5 mile to the river. Madison Falls 0.1 mile one way Elwha area Wanders through meadow and forest grove, then follows Madison Creek through a cleft in the mountainside to splendid falls that cascade a hundred feet down basalt cliffs. The trail wanders through a century of pioneer history, commencing near Smith's timber claim and Sweet's Cedarvale Resort, ending at Matteson's mining claim by the falls. Loop E of the Heart of the Hills campground Typical lowland forest with dense vegetation. At the top of the hill are mountain peak vistas, a view of Port Angeles, and the Straits of Juan de Fuca.
Wildflowers are numerous in early summer.
Meadow Loop Varies Near Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center Stroll through a typical subalpine environment, thick with wildflowers in summer. The trail continues to Klahhane Ridge. Paved meadow trails accessible with assistance. There is also a paved .25 mile mini trail. Elk and deer are sometimes seen in the area.