Local Information

Are you thinking about a romantic beach wedding with surf crashing and whales breaching just offshore? How about along a riverbank in the rainforest, in a lakeside clearing or alpine meadow? There are many such places to start your new life together here on the West End of the Olympic Peninsula. Whether you want a church wedding or a location wedding, many of our member lodging establishments or meeting facilities provide the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony, reception and honeymoon as well!

Need special items for your wedding or event? Many are available right here in Forks!

Rentals such as tables, chairs, tents, coffee urns, etc can be found at Jerry’s Rentals and Kim’s Creations and Tulle Shed. Sanicans and trash disposal are available through West Waste.

We have many Bakeries/Catering/Event Services, Restaurants and Photographers too! Flowers are available from Forks Outfitters.

Looking for an officiant?
Licensed Minister: Lynne Murphy 360-640-4366

The Legal Stuff

Due to COVID-19 some of this information may have changed. Please contact numbers below for more information.

Washington State Requirements = $58.00 License fee available at Clallam County Courthouse, 223 E 4th St. Port Angeles. Both parties must be present and over 18 to apply. Three day waiting period, valid for 60 days anywhere in Washington. Contact Clallam County Auditor’s Office, 360-417-2220.

Information on getting married in La Push – Quileute Tribe (First Beach, etc.) 360-374-6163.

Information on getting married in Olympic National Park – permit required, no fee. Contact permits office, 360-565-3090.

Our wedding information has been compiled to help you find your way as you plan your special day. Need something you don’t see here? Just give us a call at 1-800-443-6757 or email info@forkswa.com and we’ll be glad to help!

West End Links (Misc.)

Clallam County

Clallam County Historical Society

Clallam EDC

Forks Police / Corrections

Forks Wikipedia Site

The Great Washington State Birding Trail (Audubon Society)

HistoryLink.org / A Thumbnail History of Forks

Olympic Peninsula Community Museum

West End Thunder (Drag Racing, Car Shows)

WI-FI Hotspots (Free)

We have FREE WIRELESS computer access available!

It’s at the Forks Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center.
1411 South Forks Avenue–just south of Forks on Highway 101.

You can’t miss Bella’s red truck parked out front.

Wireless service is available 24/7 and extends into the parking area.

While you’re here, we hope you’ll stop in to see what we have to offer.
This is your source for local information. Restrooms available during business hours.

Been driving a while? Check out the nearby walking trails (downloadable PDF). The trails
extend up the hill and around the UW Olympic Natural Resources Center campus.

Know of a “non-commercial” Forks/Olympic Peninsula link that we should list here? If so, please email it to us!

Listings for all business members of the Forks Chamber of Commerce can be found in our Business Directory.

Thank-you for supporting Forks Chamber member businesses. It’s easy to find Chamber members around town by looking for the colorful Forks Chamber Member “cling” sticker proudly displayed in members’ windows!