Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Welcome
Gifford Pinchot National Forest includes over 1.3 million acres of forest, wildlife habitat, watersheds & mountains, including Mt. Adams & Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.
South Coldwater Slide Information & Updates
On May 14, 2023 a landslide caused significant damage to the upper portion of State Route 504 at milepost 49 and blocked access to Johnston Ridge Observatory. View South Coldwater Slide Information & Updates
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Integrating Climate Change into Watershed Planning

Creeks and rivers play an important ecological and social role and provide habitat for salmon & other wildlife. The Gifford Pinchot National Forest aquatics team, and partners such as the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, are working to reverse past damage to key watersheds within the Forest and prepare these areas for projected changes in climate.
Recent News
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South Coldwater Slide Update – June 30, 2023
Release Date: Jun 30, 2023
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Alert: Additional recreation sites now open at Mount St. Helens
Release Date: Jun 29, 2023
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Job Opportunity Alert: We’re Hiring an Archeology Technician!
Release Date: Jun 29, 2023
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When visiting National Forests on July 4th, leave the fireworks at home
Release Date: Jun 28, 2023
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Fee Changes to be Implemented this Summer on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Release Date: Jun 23, 2023
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South Coldwater Slide Update – June 23, 2023
Release Date: Jun 23, 2023
Alerts & Warnings
- Forest Road 25 closed as through-route due to significant slide
- Temporary Closures along Forest Road 60 - Alt Routes Available
- Iron Creek Campground and surrounding area Closed Due to Wildfire
- Upper State Route 504 closed due to large slide
- Current Office Hours
- Forest Road 25 Repairs Underway (milepost 14 - 16) Expect Delays





