Trail #211 Lakes

Area Status: Unreachable

The Lakes Trail # 211 begins at Coldwater Lake Boat Launch and follows the northwest shore passing through blown down trees, wildflowers, and alder thickets. Deer, elk, and coyotes often use the trail, traveling between feeding grounds. Minnie Peak and its impressive rocky summit frame the valley to the north. Lakes Trail #211 follows the shoreline until reaching the head of Coldwater Lake, 4.5 miles from the trailhead. The junction with Coldwater Trail #230 is 0.5 mile from the head of Coldwater Lake.

Continuing northeast from the junction with Coldwater Trail #230, Lakes Trail #211 enters Boundary Trail #1 (area is unavailable), 3.1 miles from Norway Pass Trailhead.

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	05/16/2023: The Lakes Trail is currently inaccessible due to a road closure on State Route 504. The road is gated at Mile Post 43 due to an active landslide at Mile Post 50.
Fees:	No fee or pass required. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites.
Usage:	Light-Medium
Best Season:	Spring-Sumer-Fall
Busiest Season:	Summer
Restrictions:	Off trail travel prohibited to protect the fragile environment. Day Use Only. No camping, fires or livestock. Pets allowed ON LEASH only. They must stay on the trail. See Mount St. Helens Map for trails where mountain bikes are allowed in Closure Area #1. Bikes must stay on the trail at all times to protect the fragile landscape.
Closest Towns:	Toutle, WA
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Administrative Headquarters (360) 449-7800 Gifford Pinchot National Forest Offices/Visitor Centers