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Olympic Raft & Kayak |
888-452-1443 |
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Wildwater River Tours |
800-522-9453 |
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Oxbow
Canyon |
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Location |
Jefferson
County, south of Forks, northwest Washington |
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Driving Time |
Seattle—4.5
hours |
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Difficulty |
Class
I-II |
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Trip Length |
6
miles (9.5 km) |
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Trip Options |
Paddle
raft, oar raft; half-day |
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Season |
April-July |
The picturesque Hoh
River, flowing westward from Olympic National Park to the scenic
Pacific coastline, provides an extraordinary opportunity to float
quietly through a portion of the famous moss- and fern-covered
Olympic peninsula rain forest where rainfalls often exceed 120
inches.
The
first half of the Hoh trip meanders through a wide valley with
breathtaking views of snowcapped Mount Olympus, the parks highest
peak. This section is home to bald eagles, river otter, Roosevelt
elk, and other wildlife.
The
second half of the float trip traverses the lush forests of Oxbow
Canyon. Here, large coniferous and deciduous trees loom over the
river, bringing shade and quiet time for relaxation. Morning and
afternoon trips can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.
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