Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach Guided Tour in Olympic National Park
Overview
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9 hours
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Olympic National Park features incredible eco-diversity. This full-day tour of Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach showcases the natural wonders of the temperate rain forest and Olympic Wilderness Coast. After a scenic two-hour shuttle from Port Angeles, enjoy a naturalist guided hiking tour along the Hall of Mosses and Spruce Nature Trail at the Hoh Rain Forest. Hike one or both loops with our guide and learn about the micro-plants, ancient old growth forests, and ecology of the rain forest.
After a 20-minute stop in Forks, enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at Rialto Beach. Enjoy a beach walk along the forested coastline or sit down on a beach log and marvel at the crashing waves and towering seastacks.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Olympic Hiking Co. operates the tour rain or shine. Cancellations due to weather not permitted.
The weather forecast can be unpredictable, please bring extra clothing as a precaution
Guests must be Age 10 or older. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Our meet-up location is in Port Angeles, WA, which is the main epicenter for exploring Olympic National Park. Please note that this is about a 3 hour one-way trip from Seattle.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Commercially Authorized Tour Guide
Roundtrip transportation in 12/15 passenger van
Olympic National Park Entrance Fees
Gratuities
Picnic lunches are available for purchase at scheduled stop or you can pack your own lunch.
What To Expect
Hoh Rain Forest
Our Naturalist Hiking Guide will lead a guided hiking tour along the Hall of Mosses (0.75 mi) and Spruce Nature Trail (1.25 mi). Guests can also enjoy time of the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center.
Forks
Enjoy a short 20-minute stop at Forks Outfitters, a vital landmark store for locals. This is a great place to pick-up lunch snacks, coffee, or a local souvenir.
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9 Hour Guided Tour
9 Hour Guided Tour: Enjoy a morning Guided Tour of the Hoh Rain Forest, followed by an afternoon visit to Rialto Beach on the Pacific Coast.
Reviews
155 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing rainforest and beach experience with the Olympic hiking co guided tour
280vyshnaviv,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with Olympic Hiking Co during my guided tour of the Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach. The company was very organized, friendly, and accommodating, which I appreciated very much especially since I was traveling solo on a very tight schedule. I arrived early in the morning at the Olympic Hiking Co office in Port Angeles. Although I had all my luggage with me, the staff kindly offered to store my luggage safely until I returned from the tour. The check-in process was smooth, and the staff were welcoming and professional. We made brief stops at Forks Outfitters for restrooms and snacks on our way to and from the rainforest. The drive itself was scenic, especially the stunning views of Lake Crescent. Our guide was absolutely fantastic - knowledgeable, engaging, and very passionate about nature. He taught us how to identify different trees such as spruce, fir, and hemlock, and even had us taste wood sorrel, which had a lime-pepper flavor. He also shared fun mnemonics (“Fir feels friendly, spruce feels spiky, hemlocks have stems”) and amazing insights about the forest ecosystem - from devil’s club to fairy barf lichens. We learned about ferns, step moss, and saw a black licorice slug. We did a second hike - the Spruce Nature Trail - which led us to the beautiful Hoh River. I loved both hikes - hall of mosses and spruce nature trail! After the rainforest, we drove to Rialto Beach, stopping briefly again in Forks. The beach was stunning with dramatic cliffs, ocean mist, and iconic Twilight vibes. Though it was cloudy and a bit cold, the scenery was breathtaking. We also saw a fun sign that read “No Vampires Beyond This Point,” on our way to the beach. Overall, Olympic Hiking Co exceeded my expectations. Their tours are perfect for solo travelers and small groups. This was an amazing experience for me, and I’m so glad I did this tour.
Fantastic Hoh Rainforest
gailrC8076WP,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hoh rainforest and Rialto beach…..fantastic. Thanks Ben. Your depth of knowledge and easy going nature added value to an awesome day. Highly recommend this tour.
An Experience!
Hercules14,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Ben did really good job. He kept us on our time table and still had enough time at each spot. The Hoh Rain Forest was a highlight for my trip to Washington. The company was great and had things very well organized. The van is a little squishy. Ben showed us many small animals, insects and trees and identified birds for us. The picture is a root of a fir tree that was tipped over but still growing new trees out of the roots. Amazing
It was great! Oscar was...
Stacie K,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great! Oscar was the perfect guide and just what I was hoping for...someone who really knew the area and was excited to share that knowledge in a fun and casual way. When we go on family trips, I always joke that we need a backseat biologist, or geologist, or whatever expert would be able to answer all our questions. That's exactly what this was like, only he also did the driving too! We would definitely recommend this to everyone looking to experience the Hoh Rainforest inside and out!
Unforgettable experience
Cynthia V,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Eric, was amazing. He shared lots of interesting information and insights about the Hoh Rainforest and its unique ecosystem. He was an enthusiastic communicator and educator about the natural world around us. He helped us understand the large-scale meaning of what we observed in the Rainforest. His narration about Lake Crescent, the wildlife in the area and his hiking experiences was enjoyable. Our trip included a visit to Rialto Beach, which was also a highlight. The Rainforest itself was incredible and an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this tour.
A beautiful day immersed in nature
Seajayp,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A delightful & informative trip! Our guide, Daniel had immense knowledge of the area. He provided us with facts and history as we drove to our destination. We made two hikes in the Hoh Rain Forest, learning about the various trees and plant life. A beautiful place to be hugged by nature. At the Rialto Beach we had time to explore on our own. We were a small group and enjoyed the day with the other people also. I highly recommend this tour!
Two distinctive marvels of nature in a single day
Cynthia A,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were able to see some key sites in the national park while letting a professional not only drive us around, but explain the sites, flora and fauna in detail. Our guide, Oscar, was very accommodating and we had a great day. There was quite a bit of driving time, but it’s a big park to visit!
Oscar was incredibly...
Kim M,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Oscar was incredibly knowledgeable and shared a ton of local information throughout the day, very well worth it! Would have loved to spend more time at each location.
Beautiful trip
C5261FSjennyl,
Aug 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adam was fun and knowledgeable. He gave very good recommendation for local restraunts. What a beautiful place. We had such a good time.
Great Trip, Oscar and...
Robert B,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great Trip, Oscar and Bonnie our guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. enjoyed the day thoroughly
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