Quinault Rain Forest

Majestic glacier-carved and glacier-fed Lake Quinault is surrounded by the mossy old-growth trees of the Quinault Rain Forest, one of only three temperate coniferous rain forests in the Western hemisphere. The Quinault Valley that creates Lake Quinault and the Quinault Rainforest is known as the "Valley of the Giants."

Here you will find the largest Sitka Spruce tree in the world, along with other nationally recognized giants of Hemlock, Douglas Fir and the mighty Western Red Cedar. Lake Quinault is located on the Southwest end of the Olympic National Park. The towering trees and lush green forest of the Quinault Valley is known as the best place to see the Rainforest when visiting the Olympic National Park.

Miles of trails, swimming, boating and fishing are easily accessible from the many campgrounds and resorts around Lake Quinault and within the Quinault Rainforest. A 30 mile self drive loop road takes you around the lake venturing into the South end of the Olympic National Park. Bring a camera, hiking shoes and plenty of rain gear as Lake Quinault measures 144 inches of rain a year.

Roosevelt Elk, Black Tail Deer, Cougar, Bald Eagle, Bobcat, Black Bear and a gorgeous view of the Olympics are a must see as you visit Lake Quinault and travel the scenic 30 mile Quinault Rain Forest Loop Drive. This attraction is located about 77.9 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.