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City in Washington, United States
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Forks is a city in the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State. This little charming town of 3,300 people (2020) serves primarily as a hub for visitors exploring the beaches and mountains of Olympic National Park. Forks is the rainiest town in the contiguous U.S., averaging , which led to it becoming well-known as the setting of the Twilight saga.
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The tourist center to Forks, visitors can pick up guides here for lodging, shopping, activities and dining. There are logging tours each Wednesday at 9AM that last three hours. Outside the Chamber of Commerce is a replica of "Bella's Truck" from Twilight.
Before Forks was known for Twilight, it has been a sleepy town known for its timber and farming industry. Here you can see the machines used for the process up close.
While not open to the public, the school is the setting for Bella and Edward's school in Twilight. The school sign was replicated for the movie and is popular with visitors for photos. Filming of the school took place at Kalama High School in Kalama, WA for the exterior scenes while some of the interior shots like the cafeteria was filmed at Madison High School in Portland. In New Moon (2009) the school scenes were filmed at David Thompson Secondary School in Vancouver, BC. Other interior scenes of the high school were also filmed in Saint Helens, Oregon and Pasadena, California too.
The workplace of Edward Cullen's father in the Twilight series, there is a reserved spot in the parking lot for Dr Cullens. The filming scenes for the emergency room, hallway outside of emergency, and later when Bella is actually in a hospital room was filmed at Vibra Specialty Hospital in Portland. Interior access to either Forks Community Hospital or Vibra is limited.
This is the setting in Twilight for the workplace of Bella's father Charlie Swan. The filming location for the police station is at the Wauna Credit Union Building (1010 Bridge St) in Vernonia, Oregon.
Miller Tree Inn Bed & Breakfast
Similar to the written description offered by author Stephenie Meyer in her first "Twilight" book (page 321), the house is nearly "a hundred years old... painted a soft, faded white, three stories tall", with a "porch... wrapped around the first story". The public is welcome on the front porch for a free view of the note left by Esme. Inside photo opportunities of the graduation caps and Carlisle's Office are available for $3 per person. In the movie the Cullen House was exaggerated in a private residence in Portland (3333 NW Quimby) while in New Moon the Cullen House is in another private residence in West Vancouver BC (118 Stevens Dr). (The filming locations are in privates residences. Please respect the privacy of the occupants).
Bella & her father Charlie Swan are described to live here in the novel. Bella's house in Forks is a private residence and offer no public tour inside. It can only be seen from the outside. The filming location for the Swans House in 2008 was filmed in Saint Helens, Oregon; 30 mi north of Portland at 184 S 6th St. The "Swan House" in St Helens is available for rent to travelers on a short term basis on Air BnB. In New Moon (2009) the Swan House was recreated on a vacant lot in Surrey, BC which was torn down after filming.
A small museum featuring props from the Twilight saga and fan-made items. This museum gets busy, with visitors asked to queue for a 15-minute time slot. During summer, it is recommended to be there at noon.
An iconic beach with lines of sprawling sea stacks. The lines of sand has an access to Little James Island and has a view of the La Push Marina.
Fabulous 1.5 mi walk on a safe easy path through beautiful tall trees to Tealwhit Point. Great beach, tide pools and driftwood.
A quieter beach accessible after a 1.5 mi-hike. No seastacks but wide enough for camping.
A 3 mi hiking trail near the town.
Decent Chinese food option in this small city. Offers both family and individual combos, and a wide array of both meat-based and vegetarian-based main courses. Popular as a to-go option.
Diner style restaurant that also offers assorted breakfast plates, burgers and sandwiches.
Provides not only pizza, but also sandwiches and pasta, including its special black angus beef tips.
A small restaurant with extensive choices of burgers. Gluten free options available.
A small shack serving Southern Texas style hardwood smoked barbecue. To-go only.
A small bar featuring tap beer or flights. Also sells sandwiches if you crave for something more substantial.
Historic 1916 farm house with 8 guest rooms, all with private baths and TV/DVDs. Two rooms have fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, while the Orchard Suite also features a small kitchen. The inn plays the part of the Twilight Series' Cullen House, which however looks nothing like the Hollywood version, which is located in Portland, OR. Hearty breakfasts, soft drinks, cookies, wireless internet and parking included.
A stone and cedar home nestled on a ridge in the rain forest overlooking the Sol Duc River Valley. Antique furniture and collectibles are set off by the hand rubbed natural woods, rock work and unusual lighting. Guests can select their own menus and meal times, in addition to a wake-up call. All rooms have private baths. The gardens feature plants accented with seasonal flowering perennials and annuals, with an adjacent outdoor spa. A dessert and beverage bar is available to guests in the afternoon into the evening.
A large motel at the heart of the town. Old interior. Ample outdoor area for BBQ and a swimming pool.
A small motel at the heart of the town, across the Forks Motel. All rooms have air-conditioning. A few rooms are Twilight-themed, with black and red interior, even into the towels. Spotty Wi-Fi. In-house self laundromat available.
The only grocery store in the city, cheaper wine but equivalent quality to big chains. Also houses an Ace Hardware and sporting goods.
Local art & craft and souvenirs from Forks, including thematic items related to the Twilight saga.
By bus
Buses travel more or less along US-101 and do not go into the Olympic National Park itself, such as Hoh Rainforest Visitor Center or the Olympic National Forest.
By plane
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the nearest commercial airport to Forks, is 4 hours away.
By bicycle
The Olympic Discovery Trail passes through Forks, from Port Townsend in the east part of the peninsula to La Push on the Pacific Ocean.
By car
The local roads are designed more or less around a grid system, where most roads are numbered based on their distance from the city center.
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