Situated where the forest beckons and a bit of magic hangs in the air– Lake Quinault Lodge has welcomed many a traveler over the years.
Perched on the edge of Lake Quinault amid an otherworldly canopy of pine and moss in one of three Olympic National Forest temperate rain forests, the historic hotel has shone like a beacon since 1926.
Main lodge accommodations that put the ‘charm’ in charming hearken to a bygone era and simpler times. Whether cozying up next to your own fireplace in specially-fitted rooms nearby to separate Lakeside Building or Boat House quarters, each invites guests to disconnect from the world, and connect with nature. Afterall, it’s everywhere here.
Meander around the lake, or find a cozy spot to simply enjoy the view. With over eight miles of interconnected trails filled with stunning waterfalls, and some of the largest trees in the world, guests needn’t wander far to become fully immersed.
Witness the natural wonder of the world’s largest Douglas Fir majestically towering 302-feet above, the second largest Western Red Cedar on record at 174 feet high, or a 1,000-year-old- Sitka Spruce boasting 191 feet tall.
Discover picture-perfect waterfalls like Cascade Falls, Gatton Creek Falls, and Merriman Falls, to list a few.
See it all on a Lake Quinault Rain Forest Tour, departing daily year-round. Reservations can be made at the front desk, or by visiting www.olympicnationalparks.com/things-to-do/tours-of-lake-quinault-rainforest
Back at the lodge take full advantage of modern amenities like the palatial indoor pool, and sauna after your hike, or warm up next to the lobby’s grand hearth with a book.
Meals are served daily in the celebrated Roosevelt Dining Room where its namesake, President Franklin D. Roosevelt himself dined in 1937.
Pair abundant wine selections with generous dinner offerings. Sample from starters like tasty Quinault Clam Chowder, followed by Wild King Salmon, or Roosevelt’s Classic Pot Roast. Find hearty breakfast and lunch options aplenty, with always spectacular panoramas of Lake Quinault.
Visit the Lodge Gift Shop, also serving as the front desk, for around the clock service, and any necessary items, souvenirs, wine, or provisions.
Find out more by visiting olympicpeninsula.org or book a stay at olympicnationalparks.com/lodging/lake-quinault-lodge/
by: Emily Molina