What do I need to hike the Hoh rainforest?

For those wanting to explore this area as a day hike, there are additional popular turn-around points along the trail.

• First River access (0.9 miles/ 2.9 km one way)
• Mineral Creek Falls (2.7 miles/ 4.3 one way)
• Cedar Grove (4.0 miles/ 6.4 km one way)
• 5 mile Island (5.0 miles/ 8.0 km one way)

How long does it take to do Hoh rainforest?

A visit to the Hoh Rainforest fits nicely into my suggested three day itinerary for a loop around Olympic National Park. It also pairs well with these rainy day hikes in Olympic!

Is Hoh National rainforest Open?

The Hoh Rain Forest area is open. Hoh Campground is open. All campsites are first-come, first-served through June 5. All campsites are reservable during the peak summer season from June 6 – September 21, 2022.

Can you drive through the Hoh Rainforest?

Once you enter Olympic National Park, you can drive along Upper Hoh Road, where you will be driving through the Hoh Rain Forest. The best thing to do, though, is to leave the vehicle and hike the short Hall of Mosses trail.

Is the Hoh Rain Forest worth it?

The Hoh Rain Forest may be the most northern rain forest on Earth. You need to travel 18 miles from Route 101 to get there, but it’s very much worth the trip. The trees and all the vegetation are really amazing. The information center provides all needed information.

What time does Hoh Rain Forest Open?

Open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Wilderness Information Center is also here, where you can ask questions about hiking, obtain wilderness camping permits, and borrow bear canisters. Open daily, 7:30 a.m. to 6 or 7 p.m. in summer.

When should I go to the Hoh Rain Forest?

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.

What is the best time of year to visit the Hoh Rain Forest?

How much does it cost to get into Hoh Rain Forest?

There is no entrance fee to this beautiful forest, but a Discover Pass is required to get into the Olympic National Park which costs $11.50 per day, or $35 for the year. The Hoh Rain Forest is open to visitors year-round, but it’s recommended by those who have visited multiple times — go on the damp days!

What is special about the Hoh Rain Forest?

The Hoh River Valley was formed thousands of years ago by glaciers. The Hoh Rain Forest is a prime example of a temperate rainforest. It is one of four rain forests located on the Olympic Peninsula, and it is has been awarded the distinction of being both a World Heritage Site and a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

Is Olympic National Park worth seeing?

The Olympic Peninsula and encompassing Olympic National Park of Washington embody the true definition of adventure. Lush rainforests, snow-capped mountain peaks, and a rugged coast ripped straight from those scenic calendars hanging in the break room—Olympic National Park deserves at least one encounter in a lifetime.

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