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A good first place to look for more information about Lake Quinault and the Quinault Rain Forest is www.rainforestgetaways.com and www.quinaultrainforest.com
Nearby Attractions
- · A variety of nature trails that take you through the Quinault Rainforest are on the north and South shore of the lake. Many kinds of wildlife, including the Roosevelt Elk, can be seen while leisurely driving the 1hr. loop drive around Lake Quinault.
- · The World’s largest Western Red Cedar and Sitka Spruce are also located here, as well as a number of other record size trees, making it known as the “Valley of the Rain Forest Giants”.
- · A day trip to the ocean is highly recommended. Kalaloch and Ruby Beach is a 30 min. drive north on hwy 101.
- · Ocean Shores is a 1hr. drive S.W. on hwy 101.
- · It is a 3hr. drive from Seattle, Wa. to Lake Quinault.
- · It is a 3hr. drive north to Port Angeles, fairy docks.
- · Lake Quinault itself is a great lake for sailing, hobiecatting and fishing.
- · Take a tour of the Quinault fish hatchery.(288-2676).
- · The Quinault Merc, located on the south shore has a great snack bar for take-out or eat in meals.
- · Other fine foods are served at the Rain Forest Resort Salmon House, The historical Lake Quinault Lodge on the South Shore of the lake and Tokyo Teriyaki in Amanda Park.
- · The Amanda Park Merc. is famous for their fresh cut meats to take back to Cottage Peaks and put on the grill.
- · No time for a haircut at home? Or feel the need to Tan? Treat yourself the The Best Little Hair House and Tanning. Located in Amanda Park, next to the Eagle Express Gas & Mini Mart.
- OK, not so nearby, but GreenExpeditions.com in Costa Rica is awesome experience to another rainforest.
- · For great fun and great fishing we recommend:
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