Coldwater Lake

Hike the Lakes Trail that skirts Coldwater Lake and then up a hill to a viewpoint and junction with the South Coldwater Ridge Trail. Consider hiking the Lakes Trail & South Coldwater Ridge Loop for a little more mileage and elevation gain.

getting there

Take Exit 40 off of I-5 and drive SR 504, Spirit Lake Memorial Highway, to the Coldwater Lake Trailhead. 

on the trail

lakes trail

Hike the Lakes Trail  until you reach its junction with the Coldwater Ridge Trail.

information FOR LEADERS

scheduling

 Please use the South Coldwater Ridge route/place to schedule a loop trip around Coldwater Lake on the South Coldwater Ridge, Lakes and/or Boundary Trails.

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Day Hiking
  • Seasons: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 9.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 550 ft
  • 2,625 ft
Map
  • Green Trails Mount St Helens NVM No. 332S
  • Trails Illustrated Mt Saint. Helens/Mount Adams
  • Green Trails Spirit Lake No. 332
Activities

Upcoming Activities

Day Hike - Coldwater Lake

Day Hiking & Photography Trip
Birthday hike, please join me.
Difficulty: Moderate
Thu, Aug 14, 2025
No Prerequisites
12 participants
Canceled
Seattle Branch
Steven Payne
Qualified Youth Leader
Trip Reports
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