Forks

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Forks
Forks showing a house and a small town or village
Forks
Forks

A popular base for exploring the scenic Olympic Peninsula, this small town is also famous as the setting of the popular Twilight book series.

The small city of Forks provides a great starting point from which to explore Olympic National Park. Make the most of the great outdoors with easy access to hiking and sport-fishing facilities, get familiar with local history or track down the famous locales from the Twilight book series.

Once reliant on logging and the timber industry, Forks is today a popular recreation destination. It’s located between the Olympic Mountains and the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. More than 200 miles of rivers cross the area. It is the forks in those rivers that gave the town its name. Hike nearby trails through thick forest or rent a mountain bike and pedal full-speed down steep, twisting slopes.

Forks is home to a National Parks Service Recreation Information Center. Pay a visit to the center and collect any information you may need to plan your outdoor adventures, including trail recommendations, tide information and weather reports.

The town has been propelled into the spotlight in recent years thanks to the popular Twilight book series. Tour the key locations from the book or join the celebrations at the annual Stephenie Meyer Day/Bella’s Birthday Weekend, which takes place in September.

Take a break from the great outdoors and immerse yourself in local culture and history. Visit the Forks Timber Museum at the southern end of town and travel back in time to the 1870s to learn about the history of the local timber industry. The museum is housed in a building constructed in 1990 by students from Forks High School.

The Shay locomotive engine is another historical highlight. Located at the northern end of town, this steam locomotive was built in 1930 and stands as a monument to the local logging industry.

Forks is located about an hour’s drive from Port Angeles. Public transportation is available between the two cities.

The Forks Motel

The Forks Motel

2.5 out of 5
351 S. Forks Ave, Forks, WA
The price is P14,981 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P14,981
P16,569 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"When I opened the door I was pleasantly surprised. The decor had a cozy cabin feel to it. You can't wrong by staying at the motel. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay there."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

The Forks Motel
Olympic Suites Inn

Olympic Suites Inn

2 out of 5
800 Olympic Dr, Forks, WA
The price is P13,968 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P13,968
P15,449 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (906 reviews)
"Spacious room. Missing iron and hair dryer. Room could use a chair or two. Otherwise amazing."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Olympic Suites Inn
Town Motel

Town Motel

2 out of 5
1080 S. Forks Ave., Forks, WA
The price is P12,470 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P12,470
P13,792 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Forks Timber Museum and Storm King Ranger Station are ...
7.4/10 Good! (412 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with kitchenette. Close to HOH and Rialto Beach. Decent dining options nearby. Did the trick for a quick overnight while touring Olympic"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Town Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Far West RV Park and Cabins

Far West RV Park and Cabins

2 out of 5
221 N Forks Ave, Forks, WA
Stay at this campground in Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tilicum Park and Rainforest Art Center are located ...
4.2/10 (11 reviews)
"Interesting area - first time there. 5th wheel was fine. The unit we were in was right next to the main road so was pretty noisy. Convenient to the Circle K ( right next door) and hamburger place across the street. Trailer was connected to power and sewer so no issues."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Far West RV Park and Cabins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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