The best hike in the Lake Crescent Area of Olympic National Park is Marymere Falls. This hike starts just east of the lodge at a large parking area that can fill up early in the day. There is a small ranger station and bathrooms at the trailhead. The hike starts east…
The Sol Duc Area of Olympic National Park is a small area, but it does feature a large campground and two amazing hikes. This area is located about a half hour west of Crescent Lake, so you can easily visit on a half-day trip if you are staying at Crescent Lake…
Granny's Cafe is a great restaurant just east of Lake Crescent in Olympic National Park. Granny's is family-run and has been around since 1956. Even if you don't eat a meal here, you will want to stop for some ice cream. The cones were creamy and delicious. I didn't even get…
Forks, Washington, isn't in Olympic National Park. It also doesn't have any vampires that we could find, but it is a beautiful coastal city with a lot of things to do nearby. Below is our guide to a few nice stops and things to do near Forks. Of course, while you…
The Ancient Groves Trail is located in the Sol Duc Area of Olympic National Park. This short trail is more of a nature walk. This loop runs barely a half mile through a beautiful grove of ancient trees. If visiting the Sol Duc area, it is a nice walk for children.…
The Hoh Rainforest is one of the most popular areas of Olympic National Park. Located on the west side of the park near Forks, Washington, Hoh Rainforest is beautiful, but it can be a little difficult to visit. This is for two reasons. First, it is on the remote side of…