Hoh Rainforest, Protected temperate rainforest in Olympic Peninsula, Washington, United States.
The Hoh Rainforest contains enormous Sitka spruce and western hemlock trees reaching heights of 312 feet with trunks measuring 23 feet in diameter.
The Hoh River valley emerged through glacial formation thousands of years ago, shaping the current landscape within Olympic National Park's protected boundaries.
The name Hoh originates from the Quileute Native American word Ohalet, which refers to the swift movement of the river waters.
The forest provides two main hiking trails: the Hall of Mosses Trail extending 0.8 miles and the Spruce Nature Trail covering 1.2 miles.
This forest receives 129 inches of annual rainfall, making it the wettest location in the contiguous United States with temperatures ranging from 12°F to 94°F.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 47.86140,-123.92500
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:58
Washington State presents natural waterfalls, old forests, and historic lighthouses. The state contains hiking trails through lava caves, military forts, and Native American cultural sites. The region features coastal landscapes, alpine lakes, and volcanic formations.
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Mount Olympus
17.3 km
Olympic Hot Springs
23.7 km
Sol Duc Hot Springs
21.7 km
Lake Crescent Lodge
23.7 km
Marymere Falls
23.4 km
Blue Glacier
19 km
Hall of Mosses Trail
224 m
Mount Storm King
25.6 km
One Square Inch of Silence
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Hoh Glacier
20.3 km
Aurora Peak
20.3 km
Pyramid Mountain
25.3 km
Canyon Creek Shelter
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Storm King Ranger Station
24.2 km
Mount Carrie
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Mount Fairchild
22.2 km
Mount Appleton
17.4 km
Eagle Ranger Station
13.1 km
Cat Peak
18.8 km
White Glacier
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Pyramid Peak Aircraft Warning Service Lookout
25.3 km
Mount Mathias
19.5 km
Humes Glacier
22 km
Carrie Glacier
21.9 km
Mount Fitzhenry
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Fairchild Glacier
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Happy Four Shelter
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