Rialto Beach, Olympic National Park

4.8

#3 of 38 in Beaches in Washington State

Beach · Nature / Park

Create an itinerary including Rialto Beach

Take in the spectacular driftwood formations at Rialto Beach, a pebbly beach contained within Olympic National Park. It can be a bit of a scramble over logs and rocks to reach the beach, depending on the tide, but you'll be rewarded with great views. The picturesque beach offers a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean from Washington's west coast. The driftwood, both onshore and offshore, casts interesting patterns on the ocean's surface. Photographers will enjoy spending time playing with angles and perspectives offered by the intersecting pieces. Plan to visit Rialto Beach during your Olympic National Park vacation using our convenient Olympic National Park travel route planning website.

Create a full itinerary - for free!

Tours to Rialto Beach

FROM $300 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Day Hike- Rialto Beach Tide Pooling Private Day Hike- Rialto Beach Tide Pooling

Duration: 4 to 6 hours

Tours from $300 ›

Rialto Beach reviews

Rate this attraction

TripAdvisor traveler rating

717 reviews

Google

4.8

By 47a2019

I was here for my 50th bday. This beach is like #3 on my list of best beaches in the world. I arrived about 10am and a sunny day. The view once you leave the small parking lot is breathtaking! Its...

I was here for my 50th bday. This beach is like #3 on my list of best beaches in the world. I arrived about 10am and a sunny day. The view once you leave the small parking lot is breathtaking! Its... more »
By Leslie G

Breathtaking views of the Pacific, amazing beach with huge driftwood/trees. I didn’t want to leave!! Give yourself an hour or more here!

Breathtaking views of the Pacific, amazing beach with huge driftwood/trees. I didn’t want to leave!! Give yourself an hour or more here! more »

See more on TripAdvisor ›

Google

By Aidan Cusa

Incredible beach that is 10000% worth the visit!! Even on cloudy days, it’s calming just to hear the huge waves crash on the rocky shores. There was a lot of driftwood on the beach the time we went, though it made for some fun parkour. Pretty much all of the mid sized rocks are perfect for skipping so have fun with that!

more less
By Brianne Ridenour

Pretty area with large waves breaking close to shore - great spot for sea glass and unusual colored stones. As with a few other beaches, the "drift wood" is truly drift *trees*, giving the initial appearance of a beach littered with whale bones.

more less

See more on Google ›

Plan your trip to Olympic National Park

Get a personalized trip

A full day by day itinerary based on your preferences

Customize it

Refine your trip. We'll find the
best routes and schedules

Book it

Choose from the best hotels and activities. Up to 50% off

Manage it

Everything in one place. Everyone on the same page.

Know more