Mild winters, cool summers and up to 12 feet of annual precipitation produce the giant conifers that dominate the Hoh Rain forest, one of the most spectacular examples of temperate rain forest in the world. The rain forest consists of a lush, green canopy of both coniferous and deciduous trees. Hanging mosses, ferns and lichens add another dimension to the enchantment of the rainforest. Keep an eye out for Roosevelt Elk in forest clearings and along the river. The Hoh lies on the west side of Olympic National Park, about a two-hour drive from Port Angeles and under an hour from Forks. The Hoh Rain Forest is accessed by the Upper Hoh Road, off of Highway 101.