We don’t mean to brag (ok, maybe a little), but Washington has some pretty unique attractions that no other state can even come close to matching. For example, we happen to have a temperate rainforest that is unlike anything you’ll find in North America, much less the continental U.S. The Hoh is a national treasure, and we’re so lucky to have it right here in our backyard (well, the Olympic Peninsula).

Have you ever experienced the Hoh for yourself? It may look intimidating, but all you’ll have to do is find the Hall of Mosses trail. It almost feels like wandering into another world.

First, you'll want to venture into Olympic National Park and find the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center.
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From there, you can spot the trailhead for the Hall of Mosses trail. It's that easy!
This hike is only one mile in length, and it's completely beginner-friendly.
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You can bring the entire family on this adventure.
Along the way, you'll spot plenty of educational signs and plenty of old-growth trees covered in decades and decades of moss.
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This area certainly lives up to its name.

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This will truly be unlike anything you've ever seen before.
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The old temperate trees stand over 200 feet tall and include Western Hemlocks, Big Leaf Maple, and Sitka Spruces. There will be plenty of signs that will help you identify the trees.
You'll also spot some fallen trees along the trail.
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Because of all the rain water and the nutrients in the soil, many of them have stunted roots and can fall down easily during heavy wind storms.
Speaking of rain... can you imagine how much rainfall happens here?
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Throughout the winter season, rain falls especially frequently. The average annual rainfall is around 140 inches. The rainiest months are from November to April.
Rain or shine, this is one enchanting place.
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You'll feel like you're in a fairytale in the best way.

Have you ever hiked the Hoh?

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Hall of Mosses Trailhead, Hoh Valley Rd, Forks, WA 98331, USA