Forks, Washington
Forks WA Vacation Rentals
Old-growth rainforest and a genuinely wild coast. Forks is the west-end wilderness town: mossy old-growth in every direction, the Hoh and Sol Duc rivers running through it, and beaches with sea stacks 20 minutes away. It's the closest you can sleep to the Hoh Rain Forest and Rialto Beach, and the best basecamp for steelhead and salmon season.
60 min
To Hoh Rain Forest
20 min
To Rialto Beach
45 min
To Ruby Beach
~120 in
Annual rainfall
What's nearby
The best of Forks and the surrounding park
01
Hoh Rain Forest
One of the largest temperate rainforests in the hemisphere. Walk the Hall of Mosses and Spruce Nature Trail, or push deep on the Hoh River Trail.
Read our Hoh Rain Forest guide →
02
Rialto Beach & La Push
Driftwood the size of buses, sea stacks in the fog, and the Hole-in-the-Wall arch at low tide. Second and Third Beach are just south.
03
Steelhead & salmon rivers
The Hoh, Sol Duc, Bogachiel, and Calawah are legendary. Winter steelhead, summer kings — several of our cabins are built for anglers.
Plan your stay
When to visit Forks
Spring (Mar–May)
The rainforest is at its greenest, rivers run high and the beaches are quiet. Pack a rain jacket.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
The driest, busiest months. Low tides for tide pools at Rialto and Second Beach, and the Hoh lot fills early.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
Salmon runs, elk in the Hoh valley and the first big ocean storms. A favorite season for anglers and photographers.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Winter steelhead season and dramatic storm watching on the coast, then back to the cabin for a fire and hot tub.
Where to stay in Forks
Forks town
Groceries, fuel, restaurants and the Twilight sights, with short drives to the coast and the Hoh.
Rainforest & riverside
Wooded cabins and tiny homes tucked in the trees near the Sol Duc, Bogachiel and Calawah rivers.
Toward La Push & Beaver
Closest to Rialto, First, Second and Third Beach, and Lake Pleasant near Beaver.
A 3-day Forks itinerary
Day 1
Drive in, settle into your cabin and catch sunset at Rialto Beach or First Beach in La Push.
Day 2
Get to the Hoh Rain Forest early for the Hall of Mosses, then stop at Ruby Beach on the way back.
Day 3
Hike to Second Beach at low tide, or spend the day on the river fishing for steelhead or salmon.
Getting here
Travel logistics for Forks
Closest airport
SEA is about 4 to 4.5 hours via the Bainbridge or Kingston ferry. Many guests fly in, overnight closer to Seattle, then drive out in the morning.
Rental cars
Pick up at SEA. There are no rental counters in Forks, and cell service drops out along Highway 101 and the beach roads.
Best arrival time
Plan to arrive before dusk — the 101 has elk on the road at night and long unlit stretches. Leaving Seattle by 10am is the safe play.
Groceries & fuel
Forks Outfitters (Thriftway) covers groceries and tackle; fill your tank in Forks before beach days, since stations west of town are limited.
Where to stay
Our Forks vacation rentals
Every home is owned locally and managed by our team in Port Angeles — real people, same-day answers, and check-in details that actually work.
Forks travel questions
How far is the Hoh Rain Forest from Forks?
About 45 to 60 minutes — 13 miles south on Highway 101, then 18 miles up Upper Hoh Road. Go early; the lot fills by mid-morning in summer.
Do your Forks cabins have hot tubs?
Several do, and most include a fire pit and BBQ grill. Filter by 'Hot tub' in the collection or call us for the current lineup.
Is Forks good for fishing trips?
It's one of the best steelhead destinations in the lower 48. Multiple cabins are set up for anglers with gear storage, drying space, and early check-in when we can swing it.
Do you have pet friendly cabins in Forks?
Yes, several of our Forks homes welcome dogs. Filter by 'Pet friendly' on our homes page or call us and we'll help.
Is there cell service and Wi-Fi at your Forks rentals?
Our homes have Wi-Fi, but cell service is spotty around Forks and along the beach roads, so download maps before you go.
Do you have tiny homes near the Hoh Rain Forest?
Yes. Our Rainforest Tiny Home Retreat cabins sit in the woods near Forks and include shared hot tub access.
Own a home in Forks?
We manage 30+ short-term rentals across the Olympic Peninsula — pricing, guests, cleaning, maintenance, and accounting, fully handled.