Hall of Mosses

The Hoh rainforest’s front parlor. Under a mile, and somehow the quietest place you will stand all year. Go in the rain — that is the whole point of it.

Why choose this trail

An accessible old-growth rainforest sample. A compact loop leaves the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center and winds through old-growth forest and maple groves heavy with moss.

Landscape & habitat

The Hoh receives enough moisture to support one of North America's classic temperate rainforests. Sitka spruce, western hemlock, bigleaf maple, epiphytes and nurse logs stack habitat vertically.

Access, passes & rules

Olympic entrance fees apply. Summer entrance lines can be long because the road ends at a limited parking area.

Conditions & hazards

Roots and boardwalk can be slick. Never stop on the entrance road while waiting unless directed by park staff.