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Area Status: Open
Pinchot National Forest Roads 25 and 99 provide access to Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument's vast blown down forest and views of the legendary Spirit Lake. These forest roads are typically open from mid-July until snow blocks the roads.
Make sure to gain some knowledge with beautiful views at all the different Interpretive Sites (Links and locations are on the map below) along Forest Road 99:
Other great opportunities include mountain biking, hiking and/or picnicking at Smith Creek and journeying into the Mount Margaret Backcountry via the Norway Pass Trail.
Bottled water and trail mix are available at Cascade Peaks Visitor Center. Lodging, gas and other services are offered in nearby communities. Cowlitz Valley Ranger Station, East of the Monument, is open to visitors daily during the summer season.
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At a Glance
| Current Conditions: |
2/19/2019: Forest Roads 25 is gated for the winter at the 25/99 junction on the north side and 4 miles north of the 25/90 junction on the south. Forest Road 99 gated at Wakepish Sno-Park. |
| Operational Hours: |
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument Headquarters is open Monday- Friday 8:00 to 4:00. |
| Fees |
Some sites require a Recreation Pass. |
| Usage: |
Medium |
| Best Season: |
summer |
| Busiest Season: |
summer |
| Restrictions: |
Travel is allowed on approved trails only. Off-trail travel, dogs, livestock, fires, bicycles, and camping are prohibited to protect sensitive natural features and scientific studies. Research permits are required for off-trail travel. |
| Closest Towns: |
Randle,WA; Cougar, WA |
| Water: |
Norway Pass Trailhead |
| Restroom: |
Various Locations |
| Passes: |
A Recreation Pass is required. |
| Information Center: |
Mount St Helens National Volcanic Monument Headquarters and Visitor Centers |
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