Bogachiel State Park
| Bogachiel State Park | |
| Washington State Park | |
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Washington |
| County | Clallam |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) [1] |
| Coordinates | 47°53′48″N 124°21′38″W / 47.89667°N 124.36056°WCoordinates: 47°53′48″N 124°21′38″W / 47.89667°N 124.36056°W [1] |
| Area | 123 acres (50 ha) |
| Established | 1931 |
| - State staffing | 1961 |
| Management | Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission |
  Location in the state of Washington
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| Website: Bogachiel State Park | |
Bogachiel State Park is a 123-acre (50 ha) Washington state park located on the Bogachiel River approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) south of the city of Forks on Highway 101 in Clallam County.[2][3] Bogachiel was established in 1931; the state began staffing it in 1961.[4] Park activities include picnicking, camping, hiking, bird watching, and wildlife viewing.[4]
References
- 1 2 "Bogachiel State Park". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
- ↑ Jackson, Kristin (June 30, 1996). "Olympic Peninsula - If You Go -- Some tips and strategies on exploring the wild side". The Seattle Times. Retrieved October 9, 2009.
- ↑ Judd, Ron (January 14, 1999). "Winter Olympics -- Wild, sweeping splendor lies in wait". The Seattle Times. Retrieved October 9, 2009.
It often serves as a base camp for steelhead anglers and other winter recreators.
- 1 2 "Bogachiel State Park". Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. Retrieved February 11, 2015.
External links
- Bogachiel State Park Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
- Bogachiel State Park Map Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
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