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With all campsites located near the shoreline of glacially carved Lake Quinault, visitors are sure to enjoy the beautiful shoreline and interpretive opportunities in the area. Lake Quinault camping has everything from old-growth trees in the surrounding rain forest to excellent fishing and Falls Creek Campground's location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Recreation The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground. Lake Quinault is managed by the Quinault Indian Nation. As such, you must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinalt 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 31 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. 3 day use picnic sites are located along the shoreline. A large covered shelter is located on the shore, which was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, it provides opportunities for large families or groups. 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. Nearby Attractions Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge and Rainforest Resort offers restaurants and gift shops. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Rainforest Nature Loop, 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. ADA Access: N
Take Highway 101 N toward Aberdeen. Take state highway 8, this turns into highway 12 which will get you to Aberdeen. From Aberdeen, WA drive Highway 101 north 41 miles to Quinault Lake South Shore Road (66 miles south of Forks.) Turn onto South Shore Road. Falls Creek Campground is about three miles from 101, on the Quinault Lake South Shore Road, just beyond the Pacific Ranger District, Quinault Office. Note: The turn off the South Shore Road into the campground is a very sharp left turn.
Extra vehicle fee $5 per vehicle per night.
My friends and I camped out here for two nights. Our campsite was situated next to the small stream that runs into the lake, and it provided some nice soothing white noise for me to sleep. The camp is relatively near to the road, ranger station, and the grocery store. Being able to walk to the store was great for us and the store clerk guy at the counter was really helpful. At night, it is really quiet even with the road nearby, and it is dark enough that you can see the milky way if you stand at the edge of the lake. Bathrooms are really clean too.
The only reason I'm not giving it a 5 star is that the trash dumpsters aren't really made to keep bears out as some of the other parks I've been to. Apparently there was also bear sighting around the campsite some time before we arrived. Don't be stupid and leave food out. We sealed our trash and leftovers in our car and threw in a dumpster a little ways down the road rather than into the dumpsters at the camp.
Fun place. Great camp sights. And what a beautiful scenery right on the lake gorgeous and hiking trails with waterfalls creeks. The site had Firepits and picnic tables at each camp site, plus a fresh water fountain and facet and restrooms too on the camp ground. Beautiful areea
Google is asking me to review this campground as though it were a hotel. It's definitely a campground, and a great one. The location is so beautiful. There is a road that loops around the lake. There are lots of things to stop and look at along the way.
I love this campground!! It's right near the creek and you always hear the sound of it and it has its own mini waterfall. We came on a first come basis and got a site for the night. Awesome lake, beautiful trail and you don't have to drive anywhere. We paid $25 for the night.
The campground host here is by far the best I've ever met, super friendly, informative. Pleasant to talk to. I have traveled all over US and she is the best by far. She seems like she enjoys her life, unlike other camp hosts. I didn't catch her name.
