Olympic Peninsula & Washington Coast
Forks, Washington
City
Rain forest timber town on US 101
Forks is a small timber town on the west side of the Olympic Peninsula, serving as a base for the Hoh and Bogachiel rain forests and the coast.
History & Local Character
A logging town incorporated in 1912, Forks has long depended on timber and now on rain forest tourism.
Housing & Real Estate
Timber-era homes, rural property and vacation rentals.
Restaurants & Shopping
A handful of diners, bakeries and pizza shops serve the town.
Schools & Education
Quillayute Valley School District serves the town.
Parks & Recreation
Bogachiel State Park, the Hoh Rain Forest and nearby ocean beaches provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 101 runs through Forks, linking to Port Angeles and Aberdeen.
Local Businesses
Timber services, tourism businesses, restaurants and grocery.
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Nearby Attractions
- Hoh Rain Forest
- Rialto Beach
- Bogachiel State Park
- La Push
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable housing
- Access to rain forest and coast
- Small-town setting
Considerations
- Very rainy climate
- Few jobs outside timber and tourism
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Forks from the Hoh Rain Forest?
The Hoh Rain Forest visitor area is about 45 minutes south of Forks along the Upper Hoh Road.