One of the most dominant features of Lake Quinault is its location within the Quinault Rain Forest, a temperate rain forest. Lake Quinault is owned by the Quinault Indian Nation.
Lake Quinault LodgeCanoes, kayaks, and paddleboards are great for exploring the tranquil waters of Lake Quinault. Treat yourself to a wonderfully relaxing experience on this unspoiled, glacier-carved lake next to Lake Quinault Lodge.
What city is Lake Quinault in?
The Quinault Rain Forest is a temperate rain forest, which is part of the Olympic National Park and the Olympic National Forest in the U.S. state of Washington in Grays Harbor and Jefferson Counties. The rain forest is located in the valley formed by the Quinault River and Lake Quinault.
What kind of fish are in Lake Quinault?
Chinook salmon
Coho salmon
Cutthroat trout
Bull trout
Dolly Varden trout
The best time of year for sightseeing in Olympic National Park is spring through fall. This time of year is ideal because the rainforests can experience up to 50 inches of rain in the winter, and by late spring, the landscape is lush and vibrant with life.
A 454-mile drive through Olympic National Park.
Only a handful of people, 150 at the most, live year round in the Hoh, Queets and Quinault--the three temperate zone rain forests in northwestern Washington. Few others could take it. Average rainfall is 12 to 17 feet a year. The forest is alive with wildlife, big ravens and crows and flying squirrels in the trees.
Getting to the Hoh is a long drive from anywhere! You will definitely need a car to get there. Located on the west side of the Olympic Peninsula, it's a solid four hour drive from Seattle, 3.5 hours from Tacoma and five hours from Portland.
7.12. 21: The Quileute Reservation including First Beach at La Push and the trailhead to Second Beach is now open to visitors. This includes beaches, trails, museums, events, lodging facilities, restaurants, shops, etc.
Area Status: OpenThere are 19 campsites that accommodate tents, trailers and RV's and 2 walk-in tent sites.
Rialto Beach is in Olympic National Park on the Olympic Coast, near the town of Forks. From Forks, head west on Highway 110, at the junction just north of town.Jun 8, 2020
Allow two hours minimum to complete the trip by car. Click here to learn more about the Quinault Rain Forest Loop Drive.
Cougar, Roosevelt Elk, black-tailed deer, coyote, bobcat, beaver, river otter, raccoon, and black bears are native to the Quinault region and remain culturally important to the native people of the Olympic Peninsula. Seals, sea lions and sea otters are found on the coast.
Best Beaches near Lake Quinault Lodge in Quinault, WA
- South Beach Campground. 0.1 mi. Beaches. Quinault, WA 98575.
- Lake Quinault. 1.5 mi. Lakes. 93400 & S Shore Rd, Quinault, WA 98575.
- Rain Forest Resort Village. 1.0 mi. Campgrounds, Resorts.
- Salmon House Restauraunt. 1.0 mi. 183 reviews.
- Willaby Campground. 0.7 mi. Campgrounds.
Lake Crescent is known for its brilliant blue waters and exceptional clarity, caused by a lack of nitrogen in the water which inhibits the growth of algae.
Go Swimming: The lake's waters are deep blue and very clear thanks to the lack of nitrogen. All that algae-free water may tempt you to pack your bathing suits–go ahead, provided you don't mind chilly water (brrrr… the water temperature stays about 44 degrees year-round).
Cool off in the beautiful blue-green water of the Elwha River at this easily accessible swimming hole in Olympic National Park. Tucked away in the trees along Olympic Hot Springs Road, the Elwha River slows to a crawl and forms a perfect natural swimming hole.
Reaching depths of up to 624 feet in its southern basin, Lake Crescent is the second deepest lake in Washington, surpassed only by Lake Chelan. The lake's placid waters provide a picturesque reflecting pool for the looming splendor of the Olympic Mountains.
Yes, you can swim at Lake Crescent. Probably the best spot is at Fairholme Beach, near Fairholme Campground, boat rentals, a general store and café.
There are three hot springs at Sol Duc Resort
and regular cool water swimming pool. The hot water is fed into the pools directly from the hot springs.
Sol Duc Hot Springs Pool Hours.
| Spring | April 24 - May 21 | 9:00 am - 8:00 pm |
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| Summer | May 22 - September 6 | 9:00 am - 9:00 pm |
| Fall | September 7 - October 25 | 9:00 am - 8:00 pm |
