Quinault Rainforest

Notices
Description
Trail Conditions
Camping
Special Concerns
Safety
Map

Notices:

• Permits for this area should be obtained at the South Shore Lake Quinault Ranger Station or the Wilderness Information Center (WIC) in Port Angeles.
• Snow can persist on the Skyline Trail into Late July or August. Expert map and compass skills as well as ice ax and self-arrest skills are recommended when the trail is snow covered.
• Bear canisters are required for food storage beyond Three Lakes.

Description

Ecosystem Type: Montane forest, subalpine forest, subalpine meadow 
Trail Tread Types: Maintained
General Elevation Trend: Moderate
Level of Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 6.9 miles 
Elevation Change: 500 ft. to 3200 ft. 
Best Season: Early July through October
Connecting Trails: Irely Lake Trail, Big Creek Trail, Elip Creek Trail, Skyline Primitive Trail, North Fork Quinault River Trail
Stock: Open to stock

Camping

Permits/Reservations: Obtain permits at the South Shore Lake Quinault Ranger Station or the WIC in Port Angeles.
Food Storage Method: A bear wire is located at Three Lakes. Along the Skyling trail bear canisters are required due to lack of suitable trees for food hanging.
Location and sites: Three Lakes
Toilet Facilities:  A pit toilet is located at Three Lakes. Elsewhere, bury waste 6-8" and 200 ft. from water sources and campsites. 
Water Source: Big Creek and Three Lakes
Stock: Trail is closed to stock

Special Concerns

Leave No Trace: Leave No Trace of your stay to protect vegetation and prevent further camping regulations. Camp only on bare ground or durable surfaces.
Campfires: No campfires in at Three Lakes or along the Skyline Trail.
Respect Wildlife:To protect bears and other wildlife, all food, garbage and scented items must be secured from all wildlife 24 hours a day.