Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Castle Lake Viewpoint Observation Site

Area Status: Not Cleared

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

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	02/24/2021: Viewpoint parking lot inaccessible due to deep snow.
Operational Hours:	Castle Lake Viewpoint is open year-round, but may occassionally be inaccessible due to snow-plowing.
Fees	No fee or pass required. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites.
Usage:	Light-Medium
Closest Towns:	Castle Rock, WA, Toutle, WA
Water:	No
Restroom:	No
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Johnston Ridge Observatory (360) 274-2140 Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Administrative Headquarters (360) 449-7800 Gifford Pinchot National Forest Offices/Visitor Centers