Staircase is accessed from Highway 101 at Hoodsport (on Hood Canal), turn west onto State Route 119, then left on Forest Service Road 24 at the T-intersection. As the pavement ends, continue on the gravel road to a junction, turn right and drive a little over a mile to the Staircase Ranger Station. Trailhead parking is on your right, across from the campground. Water and restrooms are available.