Easy to imagine you are in an enchanted forest here. 128 acres with a couple of different trails…read moreabout 2 miles total. It is beautiful and quiet. Several spots to look out onto duck lake also.

Enjoyed the trails here. We were searching out shaded trails when traveling through the area and…read morelucked upon Weatherwax. Nothing epic, but it was the only forest type trail system we found in the immediate area. We only took a portion, a bit more than the loop. Some winding & uneven walking surfaces...trails maintained and easy to follow. Street parking only, but wide enough you can get completely off the road.

This place is a hidden gem! It has a very isolated feeling to it. The falls flow steadily into a…read morebeautiful oasis of crystal clear water that outlets into a peaceful creek. The hike to the falls is less than a mile from the trailhead with a 200ft elevation gain. Bringing your whole family to appreciate its beauty shouldn't be much of an issue. I'm almost hesitant to write this review based on some of the disrespect I've seen for the nature in surrounding areas ie; Trash left behind by visitors and people engraving their Initials and other things on the trees/earth. Im hoping my review brings people to want to visit this great spot that our national parks/Forests have to offer! Map: Green Trails Grisdale No. 198 GPS GRID: N 47 21.227 W 123 33.912 Directions: - travel north on Forrest Road 22 "Wynoochee Road" -Turn right on Forrest Road 23 and take for 17 miles - the trailhead sign "spoon creek falls" will be on your right. PLEASE Practice "LEAVE NO TRACE"

Great place to clear your mind with all the beautiful natural landscape. I would recommend wearing…read morea long sleeve/pants while doing the hike down due to overgrown bushes and maybe water shoes. Today I didn't get my feet wet but previously we went during rainy times and we had to cross path in water to reach the waterfall. Kinda hard to find since not a lot of signs but my phone navigation got me there. Not much or no cell service. So if needed print it out. Just past the entrance to the waterfall is a fire pit area for possible day camp. Today someone had a tent in this location.Beautiful waterfall with such clear water. Very peaceful and quite.

Eric was a great guide! It's definitely worth paying for the guided tour through this magical place.read more

Went on this tour when visiting Olympic National Park. Who knew there were rainforests in the US!!…read moreThis is a 4 hour tour lead by a National Park guide so not only is it informative, it is affordable! $35 for a 4 hour tour, not a bad deal! It's also the only tour of it's type in the area. You can bring snacks and drinks on the tour van so it's very relaxing. Anyways, this tour starts at Lake Quinault Lodge. On our tour, there were only 6 people, so it was like a private tour! The rainforest is beautiful and being driving around in AC beats driving your own car on the rough road. The guide stops at lots of waterfalls and sights and that you would not know to stop at otherwise. There is also a bathroom break and we stopped at one of the homesteads to explore. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Olympic National Park. It's a great and easy way to see the rainforest. Be aware that there are bugs in the rainforest and you can get bitten like me! Bring your bug spray!

Every summer, I pack up my camping gear and head out to the Hoh Rainforest. It's become a yearly…read moretradition at this point, and it somehow feels new every single time. The campsites are beautiful and scenic. I especially enjoy staying near the Hoh River. If you're planning a summer trip, reserve your site early because this is a popular spot! What keeps me coming back is how different each visit is. I always see plants and animals that I didn't spot the year before. There are also several hiking trails to choose from, and they even have a horse trail! My favorite hike is, of course, the Hall of Mosses. It's a short loop but there's SO much to take in along the way. Every year I make sure to join the Hall of Mosses ranger walk, and somehow I always walk away having learned something completely new. The rangers are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. A heads up for anyone planning to visit: they manage entry to the visitor area and parking lot so that everyone who gets in has a place to park. I greatly appreciate this, but it does mean a wait. We usually arrive after 9AM and typically spend 1.5-2 hours in line. Be ready to wait, because it's very worth it. I'm already looking forward to next summer!

This was such a fun spot to visit. I would recommend if you go to try to get there before 8am and…read moreeven before 7am if you can swing it. The parking lot is small and it fills up fast in the morning. This park is absolutely beautiful - a lush rainforest that is close to a river and has tons of flora to see. Very easy hikes overall, I think almost anyone could do these.

The main Visitor Center and Wilderness Information Center is in Port Angeles, which is a great town…read morefor picking up any last minute supplies. Part of the building is dedicated to exhibits and historical information. There's also a park film being shown (I did not watch this). The gift shop is well stocked with books, souvenirs, and the usual NPS offerings. I made the walk (it's pretty flat, and less than 2 miles long) out to Sol Duc Falls and also spent some time at Lake Crescent. Wow, Lake Crescent is absolutely beautiful, with clear water and it wasn't crowded. You get a real sense of peace hanging out by the water. Up at Hurricane Ridge, I found Klahane Ridge trail to have amazing views. It was more crowded, but there was good camaraderie. I unfortunately didn't have enough time to check out Hoh Rain Forest, but I'll be sure to do some hikes there next time! I want to also hike Mt Storm King!

The ONP offers the most diverse geological features that we have ever experienced in any national…read morepark. We thoroughly enjoyed our time spent along the Pacific Ocean at Mora, then south to Kalaloch and Ruby beaches. The upper Hoh River Rainforest with herds of elk also amazing. Lake Crescent, with deep crystal-clear water and a beautiful historic lodge was also impressive, but perhaps the most spectacular was Hurricane Ridge and the expansive view into the interior of the Olympic Mountains. You can do a loop drive and see all of this in two days if short on time.

One of my favorite waterfalls in Washington. Great trail and drive up to the trail. You park and…read moreturn around, and the trail is right there. I wish there was a sign because you'll get asked a lot, "Is that the trail?" To access the waterfall, if you want to get great shots of the waterfall, you have to climb down to it. We weren't able to because we have an 8-month-old. But we used to climb down to the waterfall years ago. It's a must! Our first time at this hike was 6 years ago, and we've done it a handful of times since then. I do want to say every time we have come there, there are hardly any people on the trail. Most people will scramble down by the waterfall. It's fun. You do see people turn around at the tree/bench because it's a steep climb down. But you are able to still see the waterfall. Parking: There are about maybe 10 cars that can fit, and then parking a couple of feet ahead. Restroom: None

Such a nice hike. Very lush foliage and trees, and is a short out and back, roughly 1.6 miles. Very…read morelow elevation gain, family and dog friendly. There is some parking available right across from the trailhead. There are a lot of small fallen trees, probably due to that huge windstorm that happened a couple weeks ago. There is one tree you will have to climb over. I'm 5'0 and it was tall enough where I was almost sitting on it when I walked over it. And best of all the waterfall is spectacular! Definitely won't disappoint. I don't know how it is in the summer. There are also smaller water falls you can see on the way there.

Came up from Olympia (approx 1 hr drive). Road is mostly paved or good gravel. Arrived at 10:30 to…read morestaircase with plenty of parking. Pit toilets at the main lot, 2-2.25 mile trail for staircase rapids loop - very kid friendly and a good distance for 4-6 yr olds (or younger with parent help). Kids liked throwing rocks in the stream after and relaxing by the water. Interesting trail post fire scenery. Rangers around if you have any questions.

Information on documents from September 2024…read more Beautiful location. Great for people of all ages.

Not to be confused with the largest spruce tree. If you're on your way up to La Push you should see…read morethis sign for the cedar probably about 10-15 minutes outside Amanda Park and kind of on the perimeter of the Olympic Nat'l Forest on North Shore Road. The road is pretty primitive and has huge divots and potholes so proceed with caution. The trail is also pretty muddy even with the slightest rain so again, proceed with caution. With that said, this cedar is actually pretty huge. A large majority of it has collapsed and spilled it's guts onto the forest floor but it's still a neat sight to see. You can walk on it or climb through the holes and just crank your neck up at such a gargantuan natural phenomena. Even with the spilled guts, there is still a lot of tree left standing. It's free to check out and not far off the roadway so it's a quick stop.

The world's biggest cedar is a pretty fantastic tree. The tiny sign next to the road doesn't do it…read morejustice. Park next to the road and prepare for a short, yet epic hike. The hike up to the tree builds just the right amount of anticipation as it's just like climbing up a treehouse. Navigating steep stairs (as high as I could lift my leg) and scampering over tree roots yields a great payoff when you reach the top. Be sure to walk all the way around it as you can actually go inside it. I'm sure there are studio apartments smaller than the inside of this tree. Wear boots as it can get mucky back there! Take some pics and clamber back down. Congrats! Now you've just seen my new favorite tree!

Friends Landing is one of those places that reminds you why small towns and simple spaces are where…read moreit's at. It's peaceful, scenic, and right on the Chehalis river, perfect for fishing, boating, dog walking, or just sitting quietly and taking it all in. There's nothing flashy here, and that's exactly the point. It feels cared for, accessible, and connected to the land in a way that's becoming harder to find. What I appreciate most is how welcoming and unpretentious it is. You'll see families, and visitors all sharing the space respectfully. It's a great spot to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with nature without feeling crowded or commercialized. If you're in Montesano and looking for a calm, beautiful place to spend some time outdoors, Friends Landing is absolutely worth a visit. It's simple, authentic, and quietly beautiful.

August 2-4, 2025 - Montesano, WA…read more We loved this campground--especially after coming from a busy, crowded KOA. The peacefulness here was a welcome and much-appreciated change. There are 18 RV sites with water and electrical hookups. The campground is nestled between a river and a lake, offering a scenic and serene setting. A trail loops around the lake, and I really enjoyed taking peaceful walks there with my pup.

Located in Olympic National Park, Sol Duc Valley contains forest, clear subalpine lakes, and snowy…read morepeaks, with the Sol Duc River threading through it all. The Coho Salmon travel up the river every year to find a place to spawn. Sol Duc Falls is an easy walk from the parking lot-if you can find parking that is! I saw some people had to park farther down the road and walk along side the roadway to access the trail. The trail to the falls is a pretty popular hike since the waterfall is gorgeous, so you get a nice reward for not a lot of effort. Everything was super green when I visited. The landscape was practically glowing! Be sure to check out Lake Crescent, which is about 20 miles north. It's a great spot to meditate and spend some time hanging out.

Parking lot was full so we had to park at the side of the road about 1/4 mile away. I saw RV camp…read moresites which you can walk to the falls from the camp site. I don't recommend driving your RV into the parking lot, there is car parking only. I witnessed at least 3-4 RV's driving in and looping around because there wasn't RV parking. It's an easy walk to the falls once you get on the trail. It's worth to go see once. Beautiful views. It's not enough exercise for me. Lol