Quinault Office - Olympic National Forest — Attraction in Hoquiam

We just visited the Olympic Peninsula and decided to take the loop road around Lake Quinault and a side trip up Graves Creek. I understand that the area has had some flooding issues, however I cannot believe that the Forest Service has let the roads deteriorate so badly in this area. The Graves Creek road was absolutely horrible for being such a popular road. To say this road has a problem with potholes is an understatement and I can't believe the Forest Service views this as acceptable. I fully intended to mention it at one of the ranger stations however they were all closed, on a weekend, during the summer (hard to believe). The condition of these roads definitely put a damper on our trip...

If you have the time to stop and explore Quinault, you are in for a real treat when you get to this national forest building on the days it's open to talk to Ranger Matt for any and absolutely all information you'll need about this area. He was so informative and helpful..you can really tell when some people are passionate about their work. Perfect first stop when I was arriving to the ONP . Get your intel,maps,water,bathroom breaks.. And there's a cute little shop I was able to...

This station wasn't opened when I arrived despite Google showing them opened. COVID hours are different so call ahead. Reception here is scarce so plan ahead. The parking area does provide great access to the lake and trailhead for a shorter walk. The National Park passport stamp is located in the other office...