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7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Forks, Washington

Updated June 20, 2023

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Hall of Mosses

Stroll through a wonderland of stupendous moss-covered trees.

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One Square Inch of Silence

A tiny red pebble marks what may be the quietest outdoor spot in the United States.

Forks, Washington

Second Beach

A surreal landscape where fanged rocks rise from the ground and the ocean feels like a great mystery.

Forks, Washington

Kalaloch Tree of Life

This large Sitka spruce that appears to be floating in mid-air, has defied logic for years.

Forks, Washington

John's Beachcombing Museum

One man's eclectic collection of treasures found at sea.

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Forks Timber Museum

A glimpse into the "Logging Capital of the World" at a time when there was far more forest and far less machinery.

Forks, Washington

Kalaloch Big Cedar

This tree has witnessed nearly 1,000 years of history.

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9 Strange and Surreal Spots in Washington State

The deep, moody forests of Washington state are filled with secrets and stories. From springy mosses to towering Douglas firs, rocky outcrops, and glacial deposits, it’s easy to see how the landscape helped set the tone for stories like David Lynch’s trippy TV series Twin Peaks and the teen vampire romance that is Twilight. Across the Evergreen State, human- and nature-made oddities are rarely far from reach.

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A foggy view from Washington's Mount Rainier, the most glaciated peak in the continental United States.

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