Enchanted Valley is located 13.05 miles from the Graves Creek Trailhead in the southwest quadrant of Olympic National Park. This celebrated trail closely follows the Quinault River through old growth temperate rainforests into a deep glacial valley below Chimney Peak, Mount Anderson, and White Mountain.

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The Quinault River's distinct blue color is derived from the high mineral content of glacial till

The Quinault Rainforest averages 120-140" of rain per year, with wet years approaching 180"

Black bears are omnivorous and opportunistic, making food storage a priority in Enchanted Valley

Enchanted Valley

Some of the biggest trees in the world are located within Olympic National Park

Bear sightings are inevitable in Enchanted Valley; always allow plenty of space and enjoy wildlife at a safe distance

Native Americans used columbine root to treat sores

Roosevelt Elk browse the forest understory, clearing room for new growth

Red alder fill damp bottomlands along the Pyrites Creek backcountry camp

Bears in Olympic are adept at catching running salmon, but readily settle for their carcasses after the spawn

Campsites are intuitively found along river access points leading up to Enchanted Valley

Mount Anderson (7,330') from Enchanted Valley

Short, steep climbs are separated by long, level segments

A 450lb black bear spotted just over the bridge into Enchanted Valley

View of the Quinault River gorge near Pony Bridge

The Enchanted Valley Chalet was completed in 1931; meals were $1, single beds $1.50, and double beds $2