Hike to 3rd Beach

La Push, Washington

Description

Third beach is an amazing hike through the Olympic rainforest. Once you are there, way down the beach to your left you can find a huge waterfall going into the ocean.

The hike starts on the main road that Leads to La Push from Forks. there are signs on the road that tell you what parking lot goes to what beach. The trail head is very obvious since it is the only one there. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the beach with barely any elevation change.

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Features

Chillin

Photography

Hiking

Bathrooms

Beach

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Forest

Scenic

Waterfall

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