Explore Rialto Beach

Forks, Washington

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Beautiful BeachDog FriendlyShort Hike

After driving approx. 4 hours from the Seattle area to La Push, there is nothing better than getting out of the car and having such a beautiful view. To the left of the parking lot is the famous Rialto Beach Haystacks, and to the right, is the famous Rialto Beach Hole-In-A-Wall. The hike from the Haystacks to the Hole-In-A-Wall is approx 1.5 miles and well worth it.
I recommend you look at a tide table for the La Push/Rialto Beach area because you want to be there during low tide to see all of the ocean life that gets washed up on the beach, like crabs and jelly fish.
After spending your day exploring Rialto Beach, drive to Port Angeles and grab some delicious Italian dinner at Bella Italia. (I recommend getting the light spaghetti!)

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