Pacific Ranger District - Quinault Office

skylar walter

2023-07

only opened thurs, fri, sat from 8am - 3pm.but if you happen to be there during their open hours, talk with Ranger Matt! he has a wealth of knowledge and we so appreciate the time he took to help us ensure we didn’t miss some amazing spots!

Michael Barton

2022-05

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 across the lake.

John Pelonio

2024-05

They were closed when we were there. Information was posted. The paved parking appeared to be available for free. It is posted no overnight parking.

Steve Hiday

2021-05

This station was not open when I arrived (weekday, late March 2021) but looks like a great information hub for the outdoor enthusiast. Plenty of parking behind the building, off the road, just next to the lodge. Quinault is a beautiful area, well off the beaten path and worth a visit!Olympic Otter

Sadie Tidwell

2023-09

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 buy a cool hat

Kaweka Stoney

2020-05

Due to shortage of personnel they are.closing the ranger station a lot of the time. There are several trails in the area that are easy to do.

Howard Broadbent

2023-05

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 around the lake.

Jordan Walker

2018-05

The rangers at this station are very helpful! They quickly provided all the information needed for a great backpacking trip and answered all the questions I had about the area. Midweek (not necessarily the busy time) they were able to issue a permit and get me out the door for my hike very quickly (<10 minutes).

Rhonda Capouellez

2023-09

The ranger helped me plan out my hike for the day. Thank you, the forest is amazing

Nick Plowman

2017-05

Stop by and get recommendations on things to do in the park. All the rangers were friendly and helpful. Be patient as there are lots of people coming in at all times of the day and you may have to wait some time before you get to speak with someone.

Martin Ciastko

2018-05

Access to the wilderness couldn't be easier or more friendly than at this joint National Park and Forest Service ranger station. And they've got the bear canisters you require so worth the visit for sure!

Michael Thomas

2017-05

My wife and I ask the Rangers here for neat locations to camp and hike. They are very informative and and full of local knowledge. They can give you road conditions etc. Thank you Rangers!

Brittany Presley

2018-05

The trials down to the lake were beautiful and well kept. The rangers where friendly and helpful. All in all a great place to visit and do some exploring.

Mike Heitzman

2019-05

Very helpful Rangers good place to ask questions about the park. this is where you can get your backpack pass and they have good bathrooms.

Dave Anderson

2018-05

Very helpful staff to help you pick the best hike to suit your needs. Lots of maps to guide you through the beautiful park.

All In

2018-05

Rangers will unfortunately not tell you where to find Bigfoot but they do have great hiking trail maps

Gabe O'Leary

2018-05

The ranger here (Michelle?) was super helpful with info on the Hoh River Trail and conditions on Mount Olympus.

R Denny

2019-05

Staff gave me great tips on where to hike and where to look for great things. Much appreciated!

Ric Rini

2016-05

Stop in for some trip planning, suggestions and tips from the Rangers.The staff here were very friendly and helpful.

Rob Campbell

2018-05

Nice friendly staff out here, and efficient too. Also its a pretty nice building with bathrooms.

Matt Jew

2020-05

Beautiful Olympic Park among temperate rain forest with helpful Ranger staff.

Gregg Allen

2019-05

The Park Service staff asdisted me in getting a wilderness permit very efficiently!

Mary Kay Walsh

2018-05

Very helpful rangers even though it was past closing time!

Michelle Myre

2020-05

Beautiful lake, complete with trails, rainforest, nice lodge and tons of activities.

David Ellis

2020-05

Very friendly rangers, part of the National Forest which is free to access and allows pets.

Richard Thyer

2020-05

Had useful information but the ranger wasn't overly eager to assist.

William Hudson

2020-05

Such a beautiful place to stop at. Yet another reminder how lucky we are in America

Linda Salo

2019-05

Great little gem of a station, good for information on the Olympic Peninsula

Alex McKenzie

2022-05

Stopped in for some information. Kim there was very helpful and knowledgeable.

Kristen Anderson

2016-05

Tried to visit, but it was not very well marked. Found it, but it wasn't even open for the season yet.