Field Notes: November 17, 2025 Location: Hoh Rainforest, Washington Encounter Summary: The damp, needle-strewn floor of the ancient rainforest smelled of decay and wet earth as I trailed my hiking companion through the twilight gloom. We nearly trampled what appeared to be a standard cluster of brown agarics, but the soil held a secret. Just as a heavy hiking boot descended, the patch erupted into frantic motion. These were not passive fungi, but the elusive Mycoambulo velox, known locally as th

My top 5 things I did in Olympic National Park 🌿 Hoh Rainforest- get here early! We woke up at 4am to make it at sunrise. This spot gets so crowded so be sure to get here early to beat the crowds. Hurricane Ridge- this place is absolutely breathtaking. We saw bears from a far distance and a lot of deer gracing in the fields. The mountain views here are stunning. Kayak on Lake Crescent- the best way to explore the lake! You can rent kayaks from Lake Crescent lodge and they are first come first s

@hoh_rainforest @olympicnationalpark in the #pacificnorthwest are jaw dropping. So epic in every way. Great camping, the beaches and an incredible rainforest with the craziest looking trees I’ve ever seen covered in moss it looked like a fairy tale. #hoh #rainforest #teavelers #drone #aerial #dji #epic #vacay #vacation - shot and edited by @scotthansenfilm @d2theray #scenery #forks #twilight | ScottHansenfilm

It's straight out of a Grimm's Fairytale 🌿 The Hoh Rainforest is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the States. It's located in the Olympic National Park and is one of the most popular destinations there. ✨ Here's some information for visiting! Forks, Washington or Kalaloch are near the rainforest and have great options for lodging. There are also campgrounds as well. •The hall of mosses is one of the most popular trails and is a 0.8 loop •The Spruce Nature Trail is 1.2miles and it loo