There are lots of interesting day rides originating from The Gather campground.
Many of the attendees are 'locals', and would likely be happy to tell you about,
or lead you on, some interesting rides.
Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc hot springs, Hoh Rainforest, Lake Crescent,
and highways 112 & 113 are all right at hand for the day riders.
A ferry ride to the gorgeous city of Victoria, BC would be a fun excursion,
provided you have your passport.
Among the 'local ride' cogniscenti I would count:
Ed Hackett (who lives nearby)
Counselor Steve Gross (who lives nearby)
Phil Kopp
JC & Robynn
(and many others, just ask around)
If you're a
TWILIGHT vampire film
fan, you can certainly take a quick trip out to Forks, WA where some of the scenes from
the movie series (supposedly) take place. [Note: Wikipedia says that the film was
shot primarily in Oregon, not in Forks]