This Hidden Hot Spring Sits in a Rainforest Near One of the Pacific Northwest's Most Beautiful Waterfalls

"Nearly a million acres of wilderness stretch across Washington's Olympic Peninsula, but in the heart of it are three mineral pools-their waters naturally heated within the earth and bubbling at a soothing 99 to 104 degrees. The waters of Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort are only part of the draw. The property also serves as a basecamp to the wonders of Olympic National Park, with easy access to Sol Duc Falls, where water thunders over mossy rock, and the pristine, glacially carved Lake Crescent."

"While anyone can enjoy the hot waters of Sol Duc, the resort also has overnight lodging, with charming cabins, a spacious group-sized suite, and an RV campground. The cabins are set along the Sol Duc River and are surrounded by towering evergreens-they're pet-friendly, and some even have kitchenettes. There is also a spacious Riverside Suite for larger groups, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen."

"The Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort is located two miles west of the Sol Duc Falls Trailhead, a short hike through old-growth rainforest that leads to a picturesque three-pronged waterfall. Hiking to nearby Mink Lake (5.2 miles round-trip) is another popular option, as is a visit to the Salmon Cascades overlook, where coho salmon leap over the falls on their way to spawn upstream in the Sol Duc River between September and October."

Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort sits in Washington’s Olympic Peninsula and features three mineral pools heated to about 99–104 degrees. The resort serves as a basecamp for Olympic National Park with access to Sol Duc Falls and Lake Crescent. Overnight options include pet-friendly riverside cabins, some with kitchenettes, a Riverside Suite with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and an RV campground across the river. Popular hikes include Mink Lake and the short trail to Sol Duc Falls. The Salmon Cascades overlook shows coho runs between September and October. Overnight guests get free pool access and parking; non-overnight adults pay $18 for 1.5-hour soaking sessions, which are first-come, first-served.

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