Experience the magic of the Pacific Northwest rainforest with this Sol Duc Falls Olympic National Park Poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring vintage WPA-inspired design with lush greens, mossy textures, and the iconic split waterfall framed by old-growth forest, this retro artwork captures the enchanting beauty of Washington's temperate rainforest. Perfect for Olympic Peninsula hikers, Pacific Northwest nature lovers, Washington residents, and anyone who's crossed the footbridge above Sol Duc's misty cascades.
Why You'll Love It
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Iconic Olympic Rainforest: Features Sol Duc Falls, one of Olympic National Park's most photographed waterfalls where two streams plunge 48 feet through a narrow canyon beneath an iconic footbridge.
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Vintage National Park Style: Retro WPA poster aesthetic with rich forest palette and midcentury travel art design celebrates classic American national park heritage.
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Perfect PNW Gift: Ideal for Washington hikers, Olympic National Park visitors, Seattle residents, national park collectors, or anyone who treasures Pacific Northwest wilderness.
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Versatile Outdoor Decor: Adds Pacific Northwest character to cabins, lodges, home offices, or any space celebrating Washington's temperate rainforests and waterfall adventures.
About Sol Duc Falls, Olympic National Park
Sol Duc Falls stands as one of Olympic National Park's crown jewels, a dramatic waterfall deep in Washington's temperate rainforest where the Sol Duc River splits around a massive rock outcrop and plunges 48 feet through a narrow basalt canyon. The short 0.8-mile trail from Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort winds through cathedral-like old-growth forest—massive Sitka spruce, western hemlock, and Douglas fir draped in club moss create that quintessential Pacific Northwest atmosphere where ferns carpet the forest floor and nurse logs nurture new saplings. The trail culminates at an iconic footbridge spanning the canyon directly above the falls, offering front-row views of thundering white water, perpetual mist, and moss-covered cliffs glowing emerald green. Sol Duc (meaning "sparkling water" in the Quileute language) draws visitors to experience Olympic's rainforest magic—the distinctive scent of wet cedar and hemlock, the roar of waterfall spray echoing through the canyon, and those towering trees filtering soft light through the canopy. The falls sit within Olympic National Park's million acres of wilderness that protect North America's largest temperate rainforest, where annual rainfall exceeds 140 inches in the Hoh Rain Forest and diverse ecosystems span from Pacific coastline to alpine meadows on Mount Olympus. Beyond Sol Duc Falls, the Olympic Peninsula offers legendary adventures: Hurricane Ridge's mountain vistas, the enchanted Hoh Rain Forest with its Hall of Mosses, Ruby Beach's sea stacks, Lake Crescent's glacial blue waters, and hot springs soaking beneath towering evergreens. The region embodies Pacific Northwest character—outdoor enthusiasts from Seattle (3 hours), Portland (4.5 hours), and Vancouver BC make pilgrimages to Olympic's pristine wilderness for backpacking the High Divide Loop, fishing steelhead in the Sol Duc River, exploring tide pools at Rialto Beach, and experiencing that profound sense of being enveloped by ancient forest. Whether it's hiking through misty rainforest to Sol Duc's cascade, soaking in natural hot springs after a mountain trek, photographing Roosevelt elk grazing in valley meadows, or simply breathing in that distinctive scent of moss-covered old-growth cedar, Olympic National Park delivers transformative Pacific Northwest wilderness. This vintage-inspired poster honors Sol Duc Falls' fairytale beauty and the temperate rainforest magic that makes Olympic one of America's most extraordinary national parks.
Print & Frame Details
- Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
- Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
- Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
- Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
- Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices
Thoughtful Craftsmanship
At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our national park poster series celebrates iconic wilderness with vintage WPA-inspired design — made for outdoor enthusiasts who want to bring adventure home.
About Swell Scenes
Swell Scenes turns beloved national parks and outdoor destinations into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for Pacific Northwest wilderness, Washington landscapes, and retro travel poster design, our art evokes memories, inspires adventure, and brings meaningful places into your home.
