Hall of mosses

Hall of Moss drap over fern coverd forest in the Hoh Rainforest, Washington. 7/3/08

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Mushrooms and mosses on tree trunk, Hoh Rainforest, Hall of Mosses Trail, Olympic National Park, Washington.

Olympic National Park is a pretty spectacular place, but one of the coolest hikes in the park is actually one of the shortest. The Hall of Mosses Trail is one of a few trails that traverse the park's Hoh Rainforest, and at only .8 miles, it's pretty easy. But, just because it's short doesn't mean it isn't impressive! Hikers are entirely surrounded by lush greenery-- moss covers the ground, the tree trunks, and even drips from the branches. It's easy to imagine that you're in another time or…

Everything you need to know to plan a visit to the epic Hall of Mosses Trail in the Hoh Rainforest, Olympic National Park, Washington

The Olympic Peninsula seems a little surreal. The Hall of Mosses trail will make you feel like you’ve wandered into the pages of a storybook.

This Olympic National Park rainforest is one of the quietest places anywhere on earth. Make your way to the Hoh Rainforest for silence and isolation.

Experience the magic of the Hoh Rain Forest in Washington's Olympic National Park. This otherworldly canopy, with soft light filtering through, illuminates lush undergrowth and trails leading to the serene Hall of Mosses. Ancient Sitka spruces and towering Western hemlocks, draped in vibrant green moss, create a tranquil haven. While the provided image doesn't feature the fjords, peninsula, or glaciers commonly associated with Olympic National Park, the unique ecosystem of the Hoh Rain…