Quinault Rain Forest Interpretive Trail
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Quinault Rain Forest Interpretive Trail
USDA Forest Service
Backcountry Trail
- Length
0.5 miles
- Elevation Gain
--
- Route Type
out & back
- Length
0.5 miles - Elevation Gain
-- - Route Type
out & back
Interpretive signage on trail. Photo by USFS.
Rainforest area of the trail. Photo by Debbie Biddle.
Big Tree Grove. Photo by USFS.
Along the Quinault Rainforest Interpretive Trail in Olympic National Forest. Photo by Chris Sheffield.
Location: Pacific Ranger District T23N, R9W, Sec. 30
- States: Washington
- Counties: Grays Harbor
The Rain Forest Interpretive Trail, also known as the Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail and locally known as the .5-mile trail, ascends through the Big Tree Grove; one of the most impressive bits of old-growth Douglas-fir remaining in the Pacific Northwest, approximately 500 years old. Overlooking Willaby Gorge, the trail follows Willaby Creek, a typical rainforest stream. Experience the stands of ancient large trees and view interpretive signs along the trail that describe aspects of old-growth forest ecology.
Benches and Interpretive signs have been placed throughout various points along the trail, where one can relax, learn and take in the wonders of the rain forest. The trail is compacted gravel and the first 850 feet is accessible to individuals in wheelchairs.
Accessibility Information
No text provided.
Allowed Uses:
Hiking/WalkingOther Activities
- Wildlife viewing / observation
Public Contact
Olympic National ForestPacific Ranger District
Quinault, WA 98575
(360) 288-2525
www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/olympic/recreation/recarea/?recid=47695
Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.
More Details
- Elevation (low): 200
- Elevation (high): 300
- Elevation (cumulative): --
- Part of a Trail System? No
- Surface (primary): Rock, crushed
- Surfaces (additional): Rock, crushed
- Tread Width (average): 30"
- Tread Width (minimum): --
- Running length (minimum): --
- Tread Grade (average, percent): 8
- Tread Grade (maximum): 10
- Running length (maximum): --
- Cross-slope (average, percent): --
- Cross-slope (maximum): --
- Running length (maximum): --
- Certified as an NRT
Feb 6, 1979