Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
This southernmost portion of the Olympic coastal strip, between the Hoh and Quinault
Indian Reservations, is abutted by US 101, making it more accessible than the beaches
further north. Your first stop here should be Ruby Beach, arguably the most scenic beach
on the whole peninsula, where a short 0.2-mile path leads down to a large expanse of
windswept sand embellished by polished black stones and wantonly strewn tree trunks.
Heading south toward Kalaloch ( klay -lock), other accessible beachfronts are unimagin-
atively named Beach Four through to Beach Six (Beaches One through Three are ac-
cessed from the road to La Push), all of which are popular with beachcombers. At low
tide, rangers give talks on tidal-pool life at Beach Four and on the ecosystems of the
Olympic coastal strip.
Sleeping
Between May and September, advance reservations are required to stay at the designated
campsites along the beach at Cape Alava and Sand Point. To make a reservation contact
the Wilderness Information Center ( Click here ) or reserve online. In addition, campers
must obtain a wilderness permit.
Mora Campground CAMPGROUND$
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( 360-374-5460; campsites $12) Along the Quillayute River, 2 miles east of Rialto Beach,
Mora offers 95 regular sites. Guided nature walks take off from here in the summer.
Kalaloch Lodge HISTORIC HOTEL$$$
$$$
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(
360-962-2271; www.thekalalochlodge.com ; 157151 US 101; r incl breakfast $155-400;
)
A little less grand than the Lake Quinault and Lake Crescent lodges, the Kalaloch
(built in 1953) nonetheless enjoys an equally spectacular setting perched on a bluff over-
looking the crashing Pacific. In addition to rooms in the old lodge, there are log cabins
and motel-style units, and a family-friendly restaurant and store that offer incomparable
ocean views. Trails lead down to the nearby beaches.
Information
For information about this area, contact the Kalaloch Ranger Station (
360-962-2283;
9am-5pm May-Oct) .
 
 
 
 
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