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Olympic National Park
Washington State, United States of America
Olympic National Park is world renowned for its vast amount of different ecosystems located within its 1,440 square mile area. From the peak of Mount Olympus to, less than 33 miles away, the undeveloped coastlines of the Pacific Ocean lie rugged peaks and U-shaped valleys as far as the eye can see. Linking ocean to land and moun- tains are the 11 major river systems that run through the national park. The river systems are home to many anadromous fish species that migrate from sea water to fresh water. The glacier clad mountains are scattered among old growth forests and a protected temperate rainforest. The phys- ical features of this area from rainforest to coastline have created immensely differing vegetation areas and thus the park is home to a varied animal and plant life. Olympic National Park is every nature lovers dream come alive.
Olympic National Park is every nature lovers dream come alive.
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