Quinault

Willaby (Lake Quinault)

Book on recreation.govLakesideMountain viewsForestWaterfallFamily-friendlyHikingFishingPaddling (kayak / canoe / SUP)Motor-boatingRV-friendlyWheelchair-accessibleFlush toiletsDrinkable waterPicnic tableBoat launch / Ramp

Availability

Each day shows how many of this campground’s sites are open.

About this spot

Overview

The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.

Recreation

The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground. Lake Quinault is part of the Quinault Indian Nation As such,You must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinault Indian Nation. Both may be purchased through local merchants. Lake Quinault Lodge offers boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of interpretive tours.

Facilities

There are 21 campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs up to 16 feet in length, however no hook ups are provided. Some sites are in wooded areas and others are not; many of the sites have a view of the lake. The campground has a potable water system. The site also has a barrier-free flush toilet as well as several accessible camp and picnic sites.

Natural Features

The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (360) 288-2525.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge offers a restaurant and gift shop. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Nature Trail, Kestner Homestead Trail and the Maple Glade Trail. Explore the ocean beaches close-by as well as the National Fish Hatchery. For a more adventuresome day, drive up the valley to hike along the rivers or climb the 4,200 ft. Colonel Bob Peak for expansive views of the mountains and valleys on a clear day.

Charges & Cancellations

Reserved sites must be occupied within 24 hours or the site will be forfetied for remainder of reservation.

Typical weather

Air temperature

Average daily high-low
Average daily high and low air temperature, January through DecemberEach vertical bar shows a monthly average daily high and low in degrees Fahrenheit.47°36°JJanuary: average high 47°F, average low 36°F46°34°FFebruary: average high 46°F, average low 34°F50°36°MMarch: average high 50°F, average low 36°F56°39°AApril: average high 56°F, average low 39°F63°46°MMay: average high 63°F, average low 46°F68°50°JJune: average high 68°F, average low 50°F73°54°JJuly: average high 73°F, average low 54°F75°56°AAugust: average high 75°F, average low 56°F69°52°SSeptember: average high 69°F, average low 52°F60°46°OOctober: average high 60°F, average low 46°F51°39°NNovember: average high 51°F, average low 39°F46°36°DDecember: average high 46°F, average low 36°F

5-year average · Open-Meteo

Lake Quinault

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Lake Quinault, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.41°JJanuary: average water temperature 41°F43°FFebruary: average water temperature 43°F43°MMarch: average water temperature 43°F46°AApril: average water temperature 46°F55°MMay: average water temperature 55°F58°JJune: average water temperature 58°F65°JJuly: average water temperature 65°F68°AAugust: average water temperature 68°F66°SSeptember: average water temperature 66°F56°OOctober: average water temperature 56°F48°NNovember: average water temperature 48°F44°DDecember: average water temperature 44°F

Water: QUINAULT RIVER AT QUINAULT LAKE, WA (USGS 12039500)

What to expect

  • Sites
    21 sites, no hookups
  • Nearby
    Quinault village (5 min), Aberdeen (1h)
  • Hikes
    Lake Quinault Loop (4 mi), Quinault Rainforest Trail, World's Largest Sitka Spruce
  • Other things to do
    Lake Quinault Lodge (historic), Hoh Rainforest (1h), Ruby Beach (1h), Pacific coast
  • Notes
    Temperate rainforest setting; expect drizzle. Direct lakefront.