Camping in the Olympics
I unplugged from the noise of daily life and traded in city streets for the towering trees and fresh air of the Olympic National Forest. We set up camp at Klahowya Campground, nestled between the Sol Duc and Elwha Rivers, surrounded by mossy forest and the calming sound of wind weaving through the evergreens.
Klahowya is a cozy, forested site, simple but serene. The towering trees gave us plenty of shade, and at night, the stars peeked through the canopy. Mornings were slow and peaceful, with coffee by the fire and the smell of pine all around.
A Foggy Adventure at First Beach
The next day, we headed to First Beach in La Push. As soon as we arrived, we were met with a thick marine fog that blanketed the coastline. Visibility was low and you could barely see the iconic sea stacks until you were nearly on top of them. But honestly, the fog added a mystical, almost eerie atmosphere that made the place feel otherworldly. We wandered along the driftwood-strewn shore, listening to the waves crash into the rocks, barely able to see more than a few feet ahead. It was moody, cinematic, and very Pacific Northwest.
All in all, the weekend was the perfect mix of peaceful forest camping and scenic exploration. Olympic National Forest never disappoints, whether you're gazing across the glassy water of Lake Crescent or walking through the fog at First Beach, it has a way of making you feel small in the best possible way. Can't wait to go back.
