Deep In The Forest

Olympic National Park was created in 1938 to preserve “the finest example of primeval forest…and provide permanent
protection for the herds of native Roosevelt elk.” Thus, the Hoh Valley from the park boundary to Mount Olympus
looks much like it has for 5,000 years. About 400 of the park’s estimated 4-5,000 elk live in the Hoh Valley today.
In a world of diminishing resources, this forest has become valuable to people for many reasons. The beauty and
tranquility found here is one of this country’s rare treasures. It is a gift of ocean, rain, river, mountains, and the wisdom
of past generations, ours to cherish and care for in turn.