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Coldwater Trail #230
Length: 4.5 One Way
Trail Categories:
Volcanic Landscapes-High Country Views
Trail Uses:
Season of Use: summer to fall
Elevation: 2800 to 5200 feet above sea level
Visitor Use: Low
Location: begins, Boundary Trail #1; ends Lakes Trail #211
Trail Talk:
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Enjoy spectacular views of Mount St. Helens, Johnston Ridge, Coldwater Lake and Coldwater Peak.
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Discover fireweed and pearly everlasting meadows.
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Pockets of standing dead trees and blown-down forest give testimony to the power of the May 18, 1980 lateral blast.
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High country views of Mt. Whittier and Minnie Peak grace this trail.
Trail Facts:
The trail heads west from Boundary Trail #1 through a saddle to where it traverses to overlook standing-dead and blown-down trees and views of construction activities. It then descends to Coldwater Creek where it crosses via a bridge and connects to Lakes trail #211.
Considerations:
Treat all drinking water along the trail.
Connections:
Coldwater Trail #230 connects to Boundary Trail #1 and Lakes Trail #211 and provides cross-monument hiking opportunities.
Restricted Area:
The trail is the restricted area boundary from the junction with the Boundary Trail to 1/2 mile beyond the junction with Lakes Trail #211. Travel allowed on approved trails only. Off-trail travel and camping are prohibited to protect sensitive natural features and scientific studies. Research permits are required for off-trail travel.
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