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Definitely go in September close to Golden hour to see the rainbow over the falls at the right angle.

Marymere Falls is a waterfall near Lake Crescent inside Olympic National Park. It is reached via a 0.9-mile dirt trail that meanders through an old-growth forest of fir, cedar, hemlock, and alder trees. The trail includes two wooden bridges and leads to the 90.5-foot falls, fed by Falls Creek. The creek flows into the beautiful, milky blue waters of Barnes Creek, its color milky due to glacial flour.

This river, the largest in Jefferson County, flows from the Olympic Mountains into the Hood Canal. The name Dosewallips comes from one of several local indigenous myths about a Twana Indian man named Dos-wail-opsh, who was turned in a mountain at the river's source. It is a beautiful waterway winding through the ancient forest.

A beautiful hiking trail in the Sol Duc Valley, with lush nature, rainforest and waterfalls. You should wear sturdy shoes and, depending on the season, be prepared for snow and ice. The waterfalls on the trail are worth a visit alone, very impressive and photogenic and not far from the parking lot (about 1.6 km). The paths up to then are well developed. If you want to go further, the path can get a little more difficult.

Fletcher Canyon Trail is a short but not easy hike in the Colonel Bob Wilderness of Olympic National Forest. The main reason for that are the steep and often muddy inclines along the trail. With the sounds of Fletcher Creek, you hike through a breathtaking terrain with rocky sections and along beautiful creeks, pools and cascades.

The Sol Duc River Trail is a favorite in Olympic National Park. It's a stunning mix of powerful waterfalls, ancient forests, and meadows where you can spot wildlife like elk and bears searching for berries. This connects with the High Divide Trail above Heart Lake. At this junction you can see panoramic views of several peaks, lakes, and valleys.

The trailhead is at the edge of the parking area. This trail is a stunning example of the Pacific Northwest landscape. Evergreen pines line the trail as it follows the river.

The trails around Sol Duc Falls are well-maintained and provide excellent viewing spots for this waterfall. Great stop for a break at the end of a run before you head back.