Sol Duc Falls Trail is a short hike to a waterfall in Olympic National Park. This waterfall is unique because it cascades in three adjacent sections into a short boxy ravine. Best of all, the bridge to the brink of the falls gives you a spectacular view of the waterfall. The…
Spruce Nature Trail is a 1.2 mile loop in the Hoh Rainforest area of Olympic National Park. This short, easy trail takes you through the thick temperate rainforest of Washington. It features an overlook of the Hoh River as well. This trail starts right behind the Visitor Center at Hoh Rainforest.…
One of our favorite trails in Olympic National Park was the Hall of Mosses in the Hoh Rainforest. Though this trail was only 0.8 miles roundtrip, it was the most spectacular walk that we did. There were a few better destination trails, but as far as enjoying the journey, Hall of…
When we went to Olympic National Park, one of our priorities was to find some good tide pools. We love the ocean, and our boys were excited to try and find a different kind of wildlife. So, we checked the tide chart and got up early to check out Beach 4…
Hole in the Wall is a narrow arch that can be accessed at low tide at Rialto Beach in Olympic National Park. The trip to Hole in the Wall requires a hike of about 3.3 miles roundtrip, but it seems farther because of the soft sand on the beach. Parking at…
The Lake Quinault Area of Olympic National Park actually lies just outside of Olympic’s boundary in Olympic National Forest. There is plenty to do in this area, and planning a half day to a full day seemed about right to get a sense of the area. Below are a few highlights…