Built using western red cedar and Douglas fir, this original homestead boasts several outbuildings and original equipment these early settlers used in their daily lives. Visitors can now tour the homestead to learn more about the family and marvel at the beauty of the surrounding area. Quinault Beach Resort & Casino app offers instant access to your Q-Club account and rewards benefits. Kestner Homesteadīuilt in 1891, the Kestner Homestead was the residence of Anton Kestner, his wife, and their seven children for 40 years. The ranger stations have hiking maps available for visitors to take along as they explore the trails. Some standouts include the easy Quinault Rainforest Trail, Maple Glade Nature Trail, and the three-mile loop Gatton Creek Trail. The area near Lake Quinault is home to old-growth forest and an abundance of hiking trails, ranging from a short half-mile loop to treks that span closer to 20 miles - and most of them offer breathtaking views of the lake.
There are several waterfalls throughout the rainforest to be explored as well.
Travelers will encounter many hiking trails, campgrounds, and what claims to be the world's largest sitka spruce tree. This scenic, 30-mile drive around Lake Quinault offers an extensive look at the rainforest in western Washington state.
