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Why the Hoh Rainforest is the Best Place to Elope in the Olympic National Park
Washington never ceases to amaze us with all of its beautiful scenery! From picturesque views overlooking Mount Rainier to the jagged peaks in the North Cascades, Washington is filled with an abundance of mountainous sceneries, but that’s not all it has to offer!
If you think Washington state is only filled with mountains, think again! The Hoh Rainforest (pronounced hoe, and yes, we’re all thinking that kind of hoe 🙂 ) is one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S. Located in Olympic National Park this forest spans 24 miles along the Hoh River. This area is filled with moss, ferns, and a slew of coniferous and deciduous trees making up the most lush, green forest you ever saw!
The Hoh Rainforest is located on the west side of Olympic National Park, allowing for easy access to one of our favorite Washington beaches, Ruby Beach. Being less than 20 minutes from each other this provides the perfect opportunity to experience multiple sceneries for your adventure elopement or engagement session!
It’s safe to say that with just shy of 1 million acres there is lots to see in Olympic National Park and it can be overwhelming to know where to start. But not to worry, as your adventure elopement photographers, we will show you all the best places to elope in this massive park starting with the Hoh Rainforest.
When is the Best Time to Plan a Hoh Rainforest Elopement
As it’s name suggests, rainforests tend to receive a lot of rain and this is especially true in the winter. Since it is located in the Olympic National Park (which is the only National Park in Washington that is open year round ) anytime is a good time to elope in the Hoh Rainforest.
- June – September: We will get more sunny days than cloudy or rainy days so you can go anywhere you want.
- October – February: The weather is getting moodier around this time. From cloudy to a bit of rain, the soft even light is perfect for a whole day of perfect photos and the mountain roads are still drivable but are covered in snow, creating a magical scenery.
- March – May: The weather around this time is more unpredictable than the rest of the year. It could be sunny one day and moody the next so you may not know what you’re going to get, but we promise the result will be worth it! While we love the mood that comes with a rainy photo session, the best time to visit this park is typically from late spring through fall.
In late spring, after all the winter rains, the forest becomes lush and green and is in its prime. During this time the area also comes to life with wildlife such as elk, mountain goats, birds and (if you’re on the coast) whales making it the perfect adventure elopement experience!
In the fall season, there are fewer visitors allowing for a more private elopement experience, not to mention you will definitely get the moody vibes that we love so much that are perfect for fall elopements!
