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    Mount St. Helens, Silhouette

    ©2006 Kevin Ebi

    Location: N/A

    Artist: Kevin Ebi

    Artist's Website

Mount St. Helens

Beginners and experienced climbers alike can summit the 8,365-foot active volcano for spectacular views of the caldera and mountains beyond. Though strenuous, the climb is not technical and usually takes 7 to 12 hours round-trip. Mount St. Helens offers a wonderful opportunity to combine recreation and science in one amazing day of hiking.  This is a non-technical climb that any hiker in good condition can accomplish.  The spectacular climb takes a person through a beautiful evergreen/alder forest, over an ancient lava field and over 1.5 miles of volcanic ash to volcano's rim where the climber peaks over into the steaming crater below.  The hiker sees layers from previous eruptions and the fresh dome created in the 2004-2008 eruption.  On clear days, the hiker is also treated to views of other volcanoes including Mt. Ranier, Mt. Adams, Mt. Hood and Mt. Jefferson.  

Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980 with a spectacular show of nature's power.  Almost 30 years later, the volcano has made several attempts to re-build itself, replacing almost 11% of the lost material through eruptive dome building.  After the eruption, people concluded that the barren landscape was dead but scientists have documented the area's return to life and this re-growth is clearly visible from the volcano's rim.  Climbing the volcano is a premier recreational event and is frequently the climber's first summit experience. The USFS has limited the number of climbers to 100 per day, May 15-October 31.  Throughout the remaining portion of the year, climbing occurs on snow and therefore does little or no damage to the resource.  While climbing on one's own offers no specific scientific experience, The Mount St. Helens Institute offers guided climbs with guides trained in biology, geology and environmental science.  Also see cities of Amboy, Ariel, Castle Rock, Chelatchie, Cougar, Glenoma, Kalama, Kelso, Kid Valley, Longview, Morton, Mossyrock, Randle, Salkum, Silver Lake, Stevenson, Toutle, Woodland, and Yale. For more information, visit Mount St. Helens.

This location is included on the National Geographic Central Cascades Mapguide.
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    Seaquest State Park Yurt Rentals

    3030 Spirit Lake Hwy Castle Rock WA 98611 Phone: 888-226-7688 Toll Free: 888-226-7688

    Seaquest State Park is a 475-acre, year-round camping park near Mount St. Helens. The beautifully forested park claims more than a mile of Silver Lake shoreline. The yurts are situated in a wooded area of the park and are within walking distance of the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center.

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    Town House Motel

    744 Washington Way Longview WA 98632 Phone: 360-423-7200

    Longview's friendliest motel, with affortable rates for a nice and clean stay. All amenities, swimming pool and all around good restaurants and stores.

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    Phoenix Inn Suites

    12712 SE 2nd Circle Vancouver WA 98684 Phone: 360-891-9777 Toll Free: 888-988-8100

    Phoenix Inn Suites is conveniently located near the gateway to the scenic Columbia Gorge and Portland International Airport. Our hotel is the perfect location for business and leisure travelers. Each morning we feature a delicious, complimentary breakfast buffet. Our staff guarantees professional, friendly service to make your stay most enjoyable.

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    Skamania Lodge

    1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson WA 98648 Phone: 509-427-7700 Toll Free: 800-221-7117

    Surrounded by the waterfalls, peaks, forests and canyons of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Skamania Lodge is an all-season mountain resort situated on 175 acres offering a vast array of outdoor activities. Skamania boasts the Waterleaf Spa, indoor swimming pool and whirlpools, a fitness center, onsite hiking, an 18-hole par-70 Golf Course, the Cascade Room, River Rock Lounge and the U.S. Forest Service Information Center located in the lobby. Skamania Lodge is centered in a Pacific Northwest playground with hiking, biking and Sternwheeler cruises along the Columbia River in the summer; skiing and snowshoeing in the winter; and golfing, fishing and whitewater rafting all year long for outdoor enthusiasts.

    This location is included on the National Geographic Central Cascades Mapguide.

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    Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

    1252 East Cascade Drive North Bonneville WA 98639 Phone: 866-459-1678

    Hot springs mineral water in all pools, soaking pools and hot tubs on private fresh air balconies in guestrooms. European style spa, featuring mineral bath-wraps and over 40 spa tratments. Hiking, golf and white water rafting are some activities. Weekend wine tasting is a must do!

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    Hilton Vancouver Washington

    301 West Sixth Street Vancouver WA 98660 Phone: 360-993-4500

    Hilton Vancouver Washington hotel offers 226 boutique-style guestrooms. Amenities include our Fitness Room, indoor pool, Room Service and Gray's at the Park Restaurant and Bar.

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    Toutle River RV Resort

    150 Happy Trails Castle Rock WA 98611 Phone: 360-274-8373

    Located in Castle Rock, WA at the apex of the Toutle and Cowlitz Rivers. Our resort can accommodate over 800 RV's and is the largest RV resort in the Northwest. Our resort has the only private access to the confluence of the Toutle and Cowlitz River that offers access to the public (resort guests). The confluence of these two rivers is widely revered as one of the finest fishing holes in the state. Our resort is a fantastic base camp for the explorer, family vacation, or long-term guest. We offer 306 full hookup RV sites many offering 6,000 sq ft or more and up to 100 feet long. Masonry fire pits and BBQ's are located through out the park and all of our premium sites feature a fire pit, BBQ and park style picnic tables. These are truly beautiful sites. We offer the largest RV sites you are likely to find anywhere.

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    Seasons Motel

    200 Westlake Ave Morton WA 98356 Phone: 360-496-6835 Toll Free: 877-496-6835

    49 units AAA motel located half way between Mt.Rainier & Mt. St. Helens. Continental breakfast served every morning. Queen beds, microwaves, and refrigerators available.

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    Monfort's Bed and Breakfast

    132 Cougar Loop Rd Cougar WA 98616 Phone: 360-238-5229

    • 0.68 miles

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    Lone Fir Resort

    16806 Lewis River Rd Cougar WA 98616 Phone: 360-238-5210

    • 1.55 miles

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    Cougar RV Park

    16730 Lewis River Road Cougar WA 98616 Phone: 360-238-5224

    • 2.85 miles

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    Anderson Lodge

    18410 NE 399th Street Amboy WA 98601 Phone: 360-247-6660

    • 12.75 miles

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    Grandma's House Bed & Breakfast

    4551 Lewis River Road Woodland WA 98674 Phone: 360-225-7002

    • 16.18 miles

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    Mount St. Helens Eco Park

    14000 Spirit Lake Hwy. Toutle WA 98649 Phone: 360-274-6542

    • 18.03 miles

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    Columbia Gorge Riverside Lodge

    200 SW Cascade Ave Stevenson WA 98648 Phone: 509-427-5650

    • 18.21 miles

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