One of the most popular beaches on the Olympic Peninsula, Rialto Beach boosts some of the most awesome views of the Pacific Coast with the easiest access. Just a few miles away from the small town of La Push, Rialto Beach is an easy hike, with Hole-in-the-Wall a popular destination.

Rialto Beach starts at the mouth of the Quillayute River and extends 4 miles past sea stacks and tide pools. The winter months bring heavy storms which can be enjoyable to watch, as well as rewarding. Be sure to watch for Japanese blown glass balls, used as fishing buoys. As the beach turns northward, Cake Rock is the massive sea stack that rises far up out of the churning sea. Dahdayla Island is also a sight to see but is much closer to the beach.

The beach is easy to travel to the main destination, Hole-in-the-Wall. True to its name this tunnel-like-structure was pierced through a cobble-stoned rock by centuries of wave action. This hike is 3 miles in length, 6 miles round trip. You should plan on 2 to 3.5 hours to hike to Hole-in-the-Wall. Rialto Beach is great on a warm summer day, but also holds much beauty the rest of the year. If time allows, travel over to La Push and visit First, Second, or Third Beach. All of these beaches are sandier, but you will need to hike to Second and Third Beaches.