The Best Hiking in Forks
Looking for the best hiking in Forks? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Forks. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top hiking spots in and near Forks
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La Push, Washington
Backpack the Olympic Coast
5.010 mi / 1028 ft gainStarting at Third Beach trailhead, hike 1.5 miles through lush forests to Third Beach. Once at Third Beach, follow the trail until you find a latter to pull yourself up the bluff. Continue to meander again through the forest before descending back down to a little cove of Taylor Point. Make sure ...Read more -
La Push, Washington
Camp at Third Beach
5.01.2 mi / -300 ft gainThird Beach trailhead is off of La Push road and is 4 hours outside of Seattle anyway you cut it. Two options once you're on the peninsula: Drive up from the south for awesome ocean views around Kalaloch, or drive down from the north and be blown away by Lake Crescent. Give yourself time too, be...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Third Beach to Hoh River
15.32 mi / 2116 ft gainThird Beach to Hoh River Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Forks, Washington.Read more -
Forks, Washington
Third Beach Trail to Taylor Point
5.41 mi / 1175 ft gainThird Beach Trail to Taylor Point is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Forks, Washington.Read more -
Forks, Washington
Camp at Second Beach in Olympic NP
1.4 miSecond Beach is recognized as one of Olympic National Park’s crown jewels, and its views and surroundings don’t disappoint. It's a great place to spend a night but it can also be done as just a day trip if you wish.To access the beach, you’ll need to make an easy 0.7-mile with minimal elevation c...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Rialto Beach and Hole-in-the-Wall
4.33.35 mi / 66 ft gainStart at the very well kept parking lot at the end of Mora Road outside of La Push, Washington. There is no clearly marked trail to get to the sea stacks that are in all the pictures. It's about a mile hike down the beach to them. Although it is short, the hike can be difficult as the beach is m...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Rialto Beach to the Sea Stacks
4.71.06 mi / 26 ft gainBefore you start this hike, you'll need to pick up a permit at the Wilderness Information Center in Port Angeles, WA - (360) 565-3100. The trail itself starts at Rialto Beach, which is at the end of Mora Road in La Push. There's a large parking lot for overnight campers so there shouldn't be any ...Read more -
La Push, Washington
Camp at First Beach
5.0La Push is an absolutely magical place to stay. Experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the rugged coastline of the mighty Pacific. It's a wonderful place to walk on the beach and take photos, especially of the offshore islands, enormous driftwood, and sunsets. Lots of resident seals, bi...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Olympic Coast South Trail
15.83 mi / 2382 ft gainOlympic Coast South Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Forks, Washington.Read more -
Forks, Washington
Ruby Beach
1.35 mi / 220 ft gainRuby Beach Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Forks, Washington.Read more -
Clallam Bay, Washington
Backpack Washington's Ozette Triangle
5.09 mi / 300 ft gainStart at the north end of Ozette Lake and proceed right, following signs to the mostly flat trail leading to Cape Alava. Be sure not to head left towards Sand Point, that is the trail you will use for your return trip. Once you’ve reached the coast, scan the sky for the frequently seen bald eagle...Read more -
Clallam Bay, Washington
Cape Alava Trail
6.88 mi / 502 ft gainCape Alava Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Clallam Bay, Washington.Read more -
Clallam Bay, Washington
Sand Point Trail
6.03 mi / 322 ft gainSand Point Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Clallam Bay, Washington.Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Hike the Aurora Ridge Trail
29.5 mi / 9137 ft gainThe Aurora Ridge Trail is a 29.5 mile out and back hike that features a river, and is primarily used in the late spring, summer, and early fall. The trail features a river and lots of amazing views of surrounding valleys. The trail is relatively rugged with plant growth. Water supply along the tr...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Explore Tide Pools at Kalaloch Beach 4
4.51 miParking at Kalaloch Beach 4 provides an easy walk to Olympic National Park's infamous tidal pools. With the correct tide schedule you will be able to explore and see ocean life such as starfish and sea anemones up close and personal. Kalaloch Beach 4 isn't the only place to explore tidal pools. Y...Read more -
Hoh to Quinault Trail
97.97 mi / 23924 ft gainHoh to Quinault Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Forks, Washington.Read more