Where Was “Twilight” Filmed? (+ Places To Visit, Things To Do, and Wildlife)

Twilight is a popular film based on the novel of the same name. When this film came out, vampires and teen romance were all the rage! Many people battled over Team Edward or Team Jacob. This fun supernatural movie was set in Forks, Washington, but was it filmed there? The short answer is no! So, where was Twilight filmed? Follow along to find out and see if you can visit some of these iconic filming spots.

Where Was “Twilight Filmed”?

The film “Twilight” was almost entirely filmed in and near Portland, Oregon, which does resemble how Forks, Washington, is described in the novel and film. The unique and modern Cullen House was filmed in Portland, while Bella’s House was shot in St. Helens, Oregon. While the Cullen House still stands, it’s a private residence, so visit cautiously and don’t bother the residents.

A lot of the scenes are shot outside. One of these filming locations is the beautiful Silver Falls State Park in Oregon. It’s a great state park with stunning scenery. You can hike, camp, fish, and more.

What about the beaches? There are also a few scenes in the film “Twilight” where the main characters are walking along the coast. While La Push Beach is a real beach, the scenes of this beach were filmed in Indian Beach in Ecola State Park.

Can You Visit Forks Washington?

While “Twilight” was filmed in Portland, it’s set in Forks, Washington, which is a real city! Forks is a popular place to visit. It’s the town featured in the movie and Twilight books! While the movie wasn’t filmed here, there are quite a few nods to the series in the town. For instance, within Forks is the Forever Twilight in Forks Collection, where you can see props and outfits from the films. This city is also home to the Forever Twilight in Forks Festival.

Wildlife in Portland, Oregon

Now that we know the answer to where was “Twilight” filmed, we can discuss some animals you can spot in the filming location. In Oregon, there are about 130 mammals, including North American beavers, western red bats, red foxes, and mule deer. What about birds? Some birds you can see in Portland are wood ducks, song sparrows, mallards, and northern flickers.

The photo featured at the top of this post is © iStock.com/Sean Pavone