Olympic National Park
Situated on more than 60 miles of wild, untouched coastline, the Olympic National Park is home to glacier capped mountains, temperate rainforests and ancient forests. This is a truly magical place where the uniqueness of the alpine landscape seamlessly joins the vastness of the sea.
Only a short hour and a half drive from Quinault Beach Resort, this day-trip destination is a
must-see for our guests. With more than 600 miles of marked trails, you can chose a short walk or a challenging hike to suit your ability. If you are just in the mood for a scenic drive and a picnic, take one of the many charming spur roads off U.S. Highway 101 and enjoy the beauty of Lake Quinault from the comfort of your own vehicle. There are also many seasonal activities including a winter speaker series and Junior Ranger Program for the kids.
Washington State Parks near Quinault Beach Resort
The unique Olympic Peninsula and Western Washington landscape are home to more than 100 Washington State Parks that welcome visitors throughout the four seasons.
Discover these fantastic parks only a short distance from Quinault Beach Resort:
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Ocean City State Park is 170 acres of beach, dunes and shoreline pine. Clamming, surfing, kite flying and beachcombing are popular activities. Check out the interpretive center and amphitheater.
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Cape Disappointment State Park is nothing like its namesake. This 1,882-acre park is located on the Long Beach Peninsula. The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center is suspended on a 200-foot-high cliff and promises one of the most spectacular views in the state. Visitors can play on the 27 miles of ocean beach, explore the vintage lighthouses or take in the ocean breeze on one of the hiking trails. Check local listings for festivals and special events in spring and fall.
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Damon Point is 61-acres of accreted land on the southeastern tip of Ocean Shores Peninsula. Try the one-mile trail to the end of the point and take in the amazing views of Grays Harbor, the Olympic Mountains, and Mount Rainier. Damon Point is also one of the last remaining nesting areas for the snowy plover.
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Joemma Beach State Park is a 122-acre marine park on Puget Sound. Besides having a great location on the southeast Key Peninsula the park is open year -round and is perfect for boating, fishing and crabbing.
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Seaquest State Park is475-acres of beautiful forest on Silver Lake near Mount St. Helens. Learn more about the historic volcano at the interpretive center, offering its services year-round. This is the place to fish if you seek trout, salmon and spiney ray (seasonal). Hiking and bicycling is also very popular on one of the eight miles of woodland trails. Check out the amazing views of Mount St. Helen’s from this pristine location.
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Westport, WA. Take the seasonal ferry to Westport, the sports fishing capitol of the west coast.
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