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A quiet place in September

The famed Enchanted Valley chalet has been a destination for weary travelers since the early '30s, when it provided a mountain retreat for hikers and horseback riders. During World War II, the chalet served as an Aircraft Warning Station, and is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's occasionally used as an emergency shelter and ranger station, but the precarious position over the Quinault River has caused it to be closed to hikers until it is moved.

Sequim Bay State Park offers a year-round respite for the weary. Along with a beautiful stretch of coastline the park also has a number of hiker-biker campsites designated for those that walk or ride in.

Lena Lake is a large and beautiful 55-acre body of water surrounded by old-growth forests. It is a very popular spot for walk-in campers who are backpacking in the area.

Sequim Bay State Park offers year-round camping on 92 acres of saltwater coastline. It's located in the Sequim "rain shadow," known for its low rainfall. Great place to stop for a break!

Lake Crescent at the northern shore of the Olympic Peninsula offers gorgeous outdoor activities. If you like hiking, take a stroll to the beautiful Marymere Waterfalls that are just around the corner. You can also rent a kayak or just relax at the scenic beach with towering mountains all around you. The nearby lodge was built in 1916 and is still a high class location to spend the night.

Canyon Creek Shelter is also known as Sol Duc Falls Shelter and is the only one remaining within Olympic National Park. There were similar shelters at Moose Lake and Hoh Lake that were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Canyon Creek Shelter was built in 1939.

With options to climb higher to Upper Lena Lake, this is an enjoyable day hike with gentle switchbacks to the beautiful Lena Lake. The lake is surrounded by huge old-growth fir trees and there are nice campsites along the shore. If you like to spend the night at the lake shore you need to obtain a Wilderness Camping Permits that is available 6 months prior to your trip. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/permits/4098362 to reserve a permit. Lena Lake is a quota area, so camping is limited. Find more information about fees and quotas: https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/wilderness-reservations.htm