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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South Coldwater Trail

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Hike the South Coldwater Trail, a moderate 3.3-mile route near Mount St. Helens, offering unique volcanic landscapes and lake views.

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South Coldwater and Lakes Trail Loop

18.6km

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510m

Explore the challenging 11.5-mile South Coldwater and Lakes Trail Loop, offering unique Mount St. Helens views and a glimpse into eruption r

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South Coldwater Trail to Coldwater Peak

19.3km

06:28

950m

Hike the difficult 12.0-mile South Coldwater Trail to Coldwater Peak for panoramic views of Mount St. Helens and volcanic landscapes.

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Elevation 770 m

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Tuesday 24 March

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3°C

81 %

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Location: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

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