This husband and wife tour operator duo claims to be the first (and they say best) to do Twilight…read moreTours in Forks, WA. I didn't take the other tours, so I can't compare. The wife took the reservations and the husband, Travis, ran the tour in a 13-passenger tour bus that had seatbelts. Tours cost about $40 a person, which seemed a tad high to me, but I can't fault them for making money off of the Twilight hoopla before it dies down. Travis was very personable and kept up a jovial chatter throughout the tour, including some Twilight trivia. The sites in La Push were far more interesting than those in Forks. The La Push beach is amazing, and it turns out that there are rental cabins right on the beach and that you can pay for a beach fire permit from the Quileute tribe. Wish we had known that in advance! There's even some annual event when the tribe elders tell old stories by the fire. That could really be worth the trip. The sights in Forks aren't nearly as interesting. The community medical center where Carlisle Cullen worked and police station where Charlie Swan worked and the local high school are the only real-life places on the tour. Otherwise, it's just 3 houses that are rented out to tourists as Jacob's, Bella's and the Cullen house, even though they don't match the book descriptions or the movie. They are just the closest approximations within the town. I'm pretty sure they could have padded the tour a bit with mentions of the outdoor gear store where Bella worked, or the diner where Charie and Bella ate, or other miscellaneous mentions in the book, some of which seemed to be real places that we passed. Instead, there was a bit too much emphasis on the tourist-trap shopping opportunities for Twilight fans, local restaurants (there are no more than 10) and the few entertainment options in town. The tour wasn't quite worth the money, but I'm glad we did it. If you make this trip, consider staying two nights. It's a very long drive from Seattle for just a one night stay. The eco-tourism in the region is well worth an additional night.

1. This review is for Marymere Falls Trail which was a ~1.8 miles round trip that took ~1 hour to…read morecomplete. This was short and easy hike with a spectacular rainforest and waterfall in Olympic National Park, Washington. Trail was mostly a flat dirt path that becomes an incline up the stairs towards the waterfall. If you're used to Oregon waterfalls, Marymere Falls would be considered somewhat dry. Make a detour to the Lake Crescent docks for some stunning views! Beware of yellowjackets; randomly got stung near the ankle in the forest. Limited parking area at the trailhead. Restroom available at the parking lot. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/FPgMOt1G5tk 2.This review is for Hurricane Hill via Hurricane Ridge which was a ~3.5 miles round trip that took ~2 hour to complete. Located 1 hour from Marymere Falls Trail, Hurricane Hill was a strenuous hike with stunning views of the surrounding mountains in Olympic National Park, Washington. Trail was mostly paved with steep inclines towards the top with little to no shade. Parking can be a nightmare. Small parking lot at the trailhead; additional small parking lot 0.25 miles away and larger parking lot 1+ miles away. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/0bxivXIqy4A

Olympic NP is very diverse, you get the mountain ranges on the north side, the lush rainforest in…read morethe southwest and the classic PNW coastline all in one park. We actually enjoyed some of the less crowded spots more than the main attractions. Parking can be very limited, so it's worth it to arrive very early, especially during peak season. Since there isn't a road cutting through the park, plan your accommodations accordingly to reduce driving each day. The dinning options are subpar in the area, and businesses close very early. It's a good idea to plan your meals ahead of time and have snacks on hand.

Definitely an attraction to check out! Unlike any tree you've seen and a great place to take…read morememorable pictures within Olympic National Park. Easy to walk to and an expansive beach area to explore. Lots of parking available too.

This is your time to visit thia tree we don't know how much more time we have with it the erosion…read moreis inevitable but the beauty is so captivating went around 5 pm -6 pm low tied it was perfect bring a cup or container to get some sand and some shells so you won't be lugging it around i grabbed some little drift wood 10/10

There is parking up on the Ridge. So that was great. The hike can be easy or hard. You can choose…read moreto go up the hills or down the hills. It was cool and we had a nice breeze. The views are beautiful, it's a National Park so Veterans and military retirees get in Free! I recommend going early because when we left there was about 50 cars waiting to get in!

Let's start with positive: Well-maintained road driving up and walking trails, lots of parking,…read moreplenty of beautiful pine trees. Unless you have a PERFECTLY clear day and detailed maps/directions, guides; I would recommend some other locations in Olympic National Park (listed towards the bottom of my review). The fog was SO dense up there, you could barely see 200 feet in front of you, if that. The only map/signs were at the bottom of the hill where the parking lot meets the start of the trail. There was no signs on any of the trails and the maps at the bottom weren't particularly helpful. There was also no mention of the lodge being non-existent before we drove up. There was a lot of construction around, which you could hear. Most exciting thing we saw was the deer that was only 5 feet away! I would go to these locations instead: 1. Kalaloch Lodge/Ruby Beach & beaches, 2. Lake Quinault, 3. Hoh Rainforest, 4. Sol Duc Falls trail.

Anytime we get a chance to hike to a waterfall, we usually find away to make it happen! Marymere…read morefalls was our second hike of the day after we had a good meal in after hiking Mount Storm King. I generally like to embark on hikes early in the morning to get to see the sunrise and see everything wake up for the day as well as to beat the heat and crowds. But, Marymere hike was a much shorter hike and all descriptions stated it was pretty easy. We started from Lake Crescent lodge and headed our way there. The signs were somewhat easy to find and the map the hotel staff gave us helped us to find the trail head. The hike itself, though easy, had a lot to offer on the way to the waterfall. A clearing where there were river stones and sparkling water that birds seemed to wisp by, two wooden bridges to cross, one was a narrow one. Trekking across bridges like those are always a favorite for me, those bridges then lead you to a small loop trail that got you to a lower area to view the water fall and then you can head up further to a higher vantage point that pretty much took your breath away. The waterfall was so worth it to see and after doing such a strenuous hike in the morning this hike was a piece of cake. If you're heading to this area of Washington I highly recommend hopping out and hiking this trail. It's worth it!

Awesome hike with an easily accessible waterfall. Easy and short. This is also close to the…read moreentrance to the Mt. Storm King hike, so if marymere is too easy. There's also that hike available here as well

Nice selection of quality goods. If you're looking for a park t-shirt, this is your store. Friendly…read moreservice.

Gift shop in the middle of nowhere, in/out on the road into Hoh Forest. There were signs…read moreadvertising supplies, drinks and snacks, but this place had zero snacks of any kind. The only drinks they had was one flavor of a sports drink. No supplies of any kind, either, so don't think you'll stop here to grab something you would need camping. The store is 99% clothes and shoes, nothing in a big/tall size, with some trinkets at the register. The woman working the register seemed to struggle to ring us up (friend grabbed that beverage as he was super thirsty), telling us that the internet is really spotty out there. Parking lot was full of pot holes.

Firstly, several of these reviews are for the wrong hot springs. If a review mentions a restaurant,…read moreor a resort, or a time slot, they are referring to the SOL DUC hot springs, not these ones. Also, the reviews that mention that the hike is easy are all outdated! It's a slog to get there! The Olympic hot springs are a 12 mile hike mostly uphill. It used to be a much shorter hike but about five years ago the road washed out and you now have to hike an extra 8 miles... 12 miles total... one way. It's a slog! The springs themselves, while pretty, are shallow, muddy, slimy, and overall pretty gross. The signs warn of fecal bacteria. If you're hoping to hike 12 miles to soak in pristine pools, think again. Nudity is common. If anyone is actually using the hot springs, they will likely be nude. Get over it!! Let the nudists have their place... and 12 miles deep in the woods is a nice place to be nude. You might also see nudists hiking or biking on the trail to the hot springs. It's not common but does happen occasionally. Just smile and say hi! The hike starts off easy on a paved road for about 3/4 of a mile. Then you have to use a single-track dirt bypass trail that is steep and rooty. If you're using a bike you'll be pushing and carrying it over things. Then you're put back on an old paved road again. It's another 2 miles to the Glines Canyon overlook which is fun to see. Then it's another 5 miles on the same road, but now 100% uphill and sometimes steep, just to reach the trailhead. Once at the trailhead, you're already over 8 miles into it and you have another 2.5 or so to hike... bikes not allowed. You have to park at the Madison Falls parking lot. You're supposed to have a National Park pass.

Enchanted springs in enchanted forest, I have camped here quiet a bit when in college…read more Most special hot springs on earth to me. Hike is fun not too strenuous

I love learning about local culture and history when I travel. I saw this museum on the way to the…read morehotel where I was going to stay. After grabbing a coffee at a local establishment the following morning, I decided to check out the museum. It appeared rather small from the outside, but I was pleasantly surprised as I ventured inside. The front area is a gift shop with information on local tourist attractions. It is actually the museum and visitors center. I was amazed at the amount of merchandise they offered from books, pottery, art, jewelry, kid's items, puzzles, postcards, and more. As you meander towards the back, it opens up to an impressive array of local artifacts. I loved seeing the clothing, doctor's bag and tools, and daily utensils from bygone days. I took several pictures because it was so interesting. I hope you enjoy them. Outside is the lighthouse, or top of what used to be located on Triage Island. The first order Fresnel lens was installed in 1909. It was moved to the Sooke museum in 2004. There are several displays and exhibits outside of the main museum, however, a few of the buildings were closed at this time. If you live in the area, or just passing through, I highly recommend supporting this wonderful museum.

Great gift shop for presents and souvenir! What an interesting museum, many thanks for working so…read morehard to preserve a slice of history!

Been up and down this area of the coast from West Port all the way up to Cape Flattery, camping,…read morehouse rentals or what not, and have passed this little museum countless times. Well we finally decided to stop and visit and we were glad we did. It was one of those "why have we never done this before?" kinda moments. It's not big by any stretch, though we were told that they would be expanding in the near future. Will definitely come back once they have. There is no entrance fee, only a sign in book and request for a donation, but it's only a request...that you should definitely donate to. Anyways despite the size, there is much to explore and loads of history about the area that you might or might not have known. It's also a beach comber's haven, the collection of stuff found on the local beaches is super fascinating! The volunteer working there was very knowledgeable and she was able to answer any questions or provide information about anything that was on display or the history of the area. One of the more interesting things to me was the debris that washed up all the way from Japan during the tsunami over a decade ago. They also provide a little gift shop area to bring home any keep sakes or mementos of your visit. So the next time you are on the 109 between Moclips and Pacific Beach and you spot the Museum of the North Beach, stop in and look around. You might even learn something you did not know.

Thoughtful presentation by a history buff who made special accommodations for me to see and learn a…read moreabout the pacific beach region. As a conservationist I was truly amazed.

This place is nothing short of breath-taking. Why? So scenic, and you don't have to break the…read morebody to get to it. What I mean by that is this. I fully expected to hike a fair distance to see the best of the best. But a good Samaritan took pity on me whilst looking at the map in the parking lot and gave me some valuable advice. He was there with his wife about to embark on some serious hiking from what I could see. Why was it valuable advice? Because the map was like trying to decipher a rubics cube. This man took all the guesswork away and cut to the chase to what I'm calling the Sweet Spot for viewing. Start at P lot 3, go to the end of the p lot to find the entrance of a trail. Go to the right to get on the trail, and veer for routes to the left, which are closest to the water. You will come to spectacular views of the potholes; high above, so be careful. There are no fences or ropes, so I can not stress more. Be uber careful. But so beautiful. And so much joy for so little work. Meaning I didn't have to walk far to be so richly rewarded. These pics are what I took, but do not do the experience justice. They don't show depth. You just gotta go and experience it for yourself. If I ever see that man again, I'd buy him a bottle of wine. He was a Godsend. I guess the best I can do now not knowing who he was, is a big fat thank you here. And hope he's a Yelper.

This place is super confusing!! I wish this park was labeled a bit more cause it was hard to find…read morepotholes that you can actually swim in! First off, please park on lot #2 for best route to the potholes. When you're there, head to Peddle Beach for a small peddle beach. You see a pothole that folks can lay around and swim in. You will see another trail that leads to the potholes. It's about a two minute walk to the what you'll see in my pictures. To the potholes, there are one or two other potholes too you can swim in. In my pictures, that's the place you want to go to. In there, there are rocks for to camp up at and you can swim In the shallow ends or in the deep ends. There are multiple holes that are available for you to pick from. The hard part is walking on the rock formulation cause it can hurt a bit and can be slippery cause of the water. And the water is COLD! But of course, when you're in, you'll be fine. You can walk around the trail, I don't remember the name, I think it was Water Trail? But it's just a trail for hikers. There is a PotHoles View Point and it is just to view these rapid potholes. There were some teenagers that said that you can hope the fence to go down. It look super sketchy, so we didn't go down with them. You can't really float down there given how rapid the water was going. When you first get into the park, there is an initial parking lot that doesn't require you to pay. You can swim and lay around there too. We noticed that it's mainly for kids so it can get crowded. Parking was pretty crowded when we leave, so get there early to avoid walking too far. Parking lot is $2.25 until sunset. It was a great park but so confusing!! Most of the people that we talked about the way were just as confused.