Port Townsend to Olympia

Start anywhere you want in Port Townsend, as route 20 is almost the only way to leave town. At the first light continue straight on to Rt. 19. This will bring you to Chimacum. At the blinking red light 4-way stop go right onto Center Rd., which will take you all the way to Quilcene. In Quilcene you will meet 101, which will take you all the way to Olympia. The reason for taking Center Rd is that Rt 20 south of Port Townsend is hilly, curvy, without any shoulder, and dangerous. Center Rd. has a very wide shoulder, as well as many farms and Mt Views.

There is a big hill just before Quilcene, and then a pass between Quilcene and Bremerton. This is the most difficult stretch of the ride. Rt 101 is moderately hilly, and often only a small shoulder. I recommend finding a day outside the main tourist season, when 101 is not heavily travelled. The views of the sound are stunning. Enjoy!