Trail #232 Winds of Change


Area Status: Unreachable
  

The Winds of Change Trail provides an educational walk near Coldwater Science and Learning Center. Trail users are guided by interpretive displays illustrating the effects of the May 18, 1980 lateral blast on plant and animal life. The trail provides views of Mount St. Helens and the North Fork Toutle River. Wildflowers, shrubs, and young trees flourish along the path.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: 06/08/2023: The trail is currently open for the season.
Operational Hours: Trail is open during operational hours of Coldwater Science and Learning Center, 7 days a week from 10am to 4pm.
Fees: No fee or pass required. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites.
Usage: Medium
Restrictions:
  • Off trail travel prohibited.
  • No pets, stock, or bicycles.
  • Day-use only.
Closest Towns: Castle Rock, WA, Toutle, WA
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center:

General Information

Directions:

These sites are near Coldwater Lake and provide recreation opportunities:

Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site

Science and Learning Center at Coldwater


Activities

Day Hiking

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
0.4 miles

  Elevation : 
3000' - 3080'