Buckhorn Wilderness is located in the Quilcene Ranger District of the Olympic National Forest. This Wilderness, the largest on the Forest, includes very steep terrain ranging in elevation from 1,000 feet near the Gray Wolf River, to the summit of Mt. Fricaba at 7,134 feet. Other major peaks include Buckhorn Mountain, 6,988', Iron Mountain, 6,950' and Tyler Peak 6,350'. Barren ridges and steep, rocky cliffs and peaks are common in the higher elevations.

Stands of old-growth Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar occur on the lower slopes. At the higher elevations, sub-alpine fir and western white pine give way to alpine flowers. The Gray Wolf, Dungeness and Big Quilcene Rivers are the major streams flowing through the Wilderness. The Buckhorn Wilderness has excellent opportunities for camping, backpacking, horseback riding, hiking, hunting, and mountain climbing.

• Take a quiet hike through serene old-growth forests.
• Backpack up to a scenic vista to enjoy views of the surrounding rugged mountains.
• Hike to an alpine meadow in springtime to see a beautiful expanse of colorful wildflowers.