Southwest
Montane forest, subalpine meadow, temperate rainforest. Mountain views, wildflowers, bear and elk observations. The Enchanted Valley has many unique features including Old-growth rain forest, views of hanging waterfalls from valley, historic chalet.
Permit Information
Permits are required and can be obtained at the Staircase Ranger Station. Permits cost $5 to camp overnight in the wilderness (for groups up to 12 people), plus $2 per person per night. A quota system may be in effect; advance reservations required.
Directions
Follow South Shore Quinault Road from Highway 101 just south of Amanda Park to jct. with Graves Creek Road. Follow Graves Creek Road to its end.
Information Center
There are summer ranger stations at Low Divide, Enchanted Valley, North Fork, Graves Creek, and Queets. A year-round station is located at Quinault Rain Forest.
Activities