Near Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail
Walking through the rain forest - so beautiful.
Near Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail
Near Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail
Near Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail
Near Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail

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Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail

4.3 (7 Ratings)
Towering conifers and lush understory along an interpretive loop
0.6
mi
Distance
90
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.6mi
Distance
90ft
Elevation Gain
90ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
326ft
High Point
212ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The Rain Forest Nature Trail is a short 1/2 mile nature trail with colored signs interpreting the Olympic Rain Forest. This area is known as the Big Tree Grove--an impressive stand of old-growth Douglas-fir in which some of the trees are 500 years old. There are benches and educational signs along the way, encouraging you to take your time, learn, and admire the wonders of this ancient rain forest.

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