If you'd like to avoid crowds around the other side of Coldwater Lake, starting here and hiking northeast gets you some nice views over the lake from elevation. Or, if you don't mind walking beside the road for a short distance, you can use this trailhead to link a complete, challenging loop around the lake.

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1. Coldwater Lake Loop — Mount St. Helens National Monument

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2. South Coldwater Trailhead to natural arch viewpoint — Mount St. Helens National Monument

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950m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

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South Coldwater Trailhead

1. Coldwater Lake Loop — Mount St. Helens National Monument

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