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Castle Lake Viewpoint Observation Site

Views of Mount St. Helens, Castle Lake, and the landslide debris deposit from the eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980. There are benches, interpretive signs, ample parking, and a short trail available.

 

General Information

Castle Lake Viewpoint is open year-round, but may occassionally be inaccessible due to lack of snow-plowing.

No Fees are required for this site.
See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3843447.pdf

No fee or pass required. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites.

Dogs allowed on leash.

Contact Name: Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument & District

Contact Phone: (360) 449-7800

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.29649

Longitude: -122.297967

Directions

From Castle Rock, WA drive east on State Route 504 for 40 miles. Parking area will be on the right hand side of the road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 23rd, 2025