There is magic here and now every day in every moment. It lives in the Rain Forest and rides out with us on our shoulder into the world when we leave. Quiet, lush, dense, green resonating everywhere. Huge clover leaves. Little streams, tiny waterfalls. Fat mushrooms. Small pink fairy? or small pink flower? The roots of upright invincible young trees... more

We had four extra days after visiting family in Seattle this past summer, We choose Lake Quinault because we had never been to a rain forest and the reviews were so positive about this special place. Lake Quinault is beautiful. It was however a little depressing driving the Pacific side of the Olympic Peninsula and seeing how much timber has... more

It amazes me, all the travel writers that say the go off the beaten path to find something different. For a number of years now, I keep seeing articles about the Hoh rain forest, and little to no mention of Quinault Rain Forest. Yes, the Hoh is beautiful, but so is Quinault Rain Forest. A now, I come to find... more

This is an almost magical place, full of huge trees, moss, and green ferns. We only saw 3 other cars there, the whole 3 hours we were there. For those who like peace and privacy, it is a good alternative to the much more crowded Hoh rainforest. However, do your research ahead of time, as there isn't much in the... more

Solitude, Serenity, Beauty, Peacefulness and yourself. These are some of the things you will find @ Lake Quinault & Quinault Rainforest. Lake Quinault's Rain Forest Resort Village has great rooms, cabins and their new Suites that should be your rest stop for your getaway to Quinault Rainforest. more

Lake Quinault and the Quinault Rain Forest could also be called the "Valley of the Rain Forest Giants", because of the all the record size tree found here. The World's Largest Spruce Tree is found here as is the Washington State's Largest Tree, a Western Red Cedar. There is at least four other record size tree here! more

Do you love lush green plants and lots of moisture? That's what the rain forest has to offer! It's awesome to see what nature has created with so much rain. Bring your camera! A stay at the Quinault Lodge is excellent. more