Lexi's Pizza Pub
Kelso, Washington 98626
Family owned and proudly serving the Kelso community for over 50 years, Minit Mart is your go-to neighborhood stop for everyday essentials – and so much more. Located at 110 Sparks Road, Kelso, WA, we offer a full deli and grill with fresh-made favorites that keep locals coming back.
Whether you’re in the mood for a hot breakfast sandwich, juicy burger, or classic deli sub, our kitchen serves up comfort food fast – made with care and served with a smile. Grab a bite, stock up on snacks, fill your tank, and feel right at home.
At Minit Mart, you're not just a customer — you're part of the family.
Kelso, WA 98626
Located at the Lone Fir Resort
Cougar, WA. 98616
The hotel at the Lone Fir Resort is a comfortable and peaceful getaway from the rigors of daily life. Stay a night, a week or more! Enjoy the quaint setting and rustic nature of the numerous rooms and cabins. The area offers day trip activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, boating and much more! A drive to view the grandeur of Mount St. Helens is always a refreshing trip for visitors to the area. All rooms & cabins have a private bathroom, a coffee maker with coffee, a microwave and a small refrigerator for your added convenience. Several rooms feature full kitchens. The Resort also consists of restrooms with showers, a cafe, a gift shop, and a swimming pool.
Conveniently located near Mt St Helens, and this Cougar, WA hotel is conveniently located to local attractions.
* Yale Reservoir
* Swift Reservoir
* Lewis River Falls
Mount Saint Helens is a short drive away
* SR 503 side of Mt St Helens (Lewis River Road is SR 503)
* Lava Canyon
* Ape Caves
* Trail of Two Forests
* June Lake
* Sno-Park Marble Mountain
* Climbers Bivouac Trailhead
* Windy Ridge
Longview Parks & Recreation puts on a amazing amount of events each year for the community...
They put on 8 scheduled running & walking events to get us excited to get out and go have some fun around the Longview area
February: Heart & Sole 5k & 10k run/walk at Lake Sacajawea
March: Electrifying Shamrock Run at Lake Sacajawea
April: Running of the Fools 10k walk/run at Willow Grove
June: $5 - 5k series at Tam O'Shanter Park
July: Firecracker Fun Run 5 k course at Lake Sacajawea
September: Seahawks Poker Fun Run/Walk at Lake Sacajawea
September: Sunset Fun Run at Mint Valley Golf Course
October: Pumpkin Pi Run 3.14 mile run/walk at Willow Grove
November: Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning at Lake Sacajawea
The Longview Squirrel Fest is the first of its kind on the West Coast and in the Mount St. Helens region! We're nuts over this one-day festival in honor or our furry friends. Launching the first Longview Squirrel Fest was a dream of a local group, The idea came from the Sandbaggers who helped build and maintains the Nutty Narrows Bridge on the Civic Circle in Longview, they wanted a fun event that would be nutty enough for everyone from age 2 to 102.
The Civic Circle is transformed into an all-day venue of fun, games, and music for the whole family to enjoy.
Kids 5 k Run
Go Nutty Squirrel Fest Parade
Craft Vendors
Food Vendors
Kids Games & Activities
Karaoke
Beer & Wine Garden
Main Stage - Musical Entertainment
Event: August - Third Saturday each year
17th Avenue
Longview WA 98632
Loowit Trail is the signature long-distance route around Mount St. Helens, circling the volcano for about 30 miles through lava flows, pumice flats, timberline meadows, old-growth edges, and the raw terrain left behind by the 1980 eruption. It is one of the most dramatic hikes in the monument, but it is also one of the most demanding. The Forest Service describes it as a challenging route for experienced hikers and backpackers, with steep washes, lava boulder fields, occasional route-finding, and stream crossings along the way.
What makes Loowit so memorable is how much of Mount St. Helens’ story you experience in a single route. On the east side, the trail passes Windy Pass and the Pumice Plain with wide-open views of eruption-shaped terrain. On the north side, hikers enter the heart of the blast zone, where the landscape remains stark, exposed, and ever-changing. Farther west and south, the route moves through glacial canyons, flower-filled meadows, lava gardens, and subalpine forest with sweeping views toward Mount Adams, Mount Hood, Yale Reservoir, and the Lewis River Valley.
Because the Loowit Trail is not crossed by a road, there is no single main trailhead. Hikers reach it by feeder trails, and for south-side visitors the Forest Service recommends starting from either Ptarmigan Trail at Climbers Bivouac or June Lake Trailhead for the most straightforward access. Ptarmigan reaches the Loowit Trail in about 2 miles from Climbers Bivouac, while June Lake Trail provides the shortest connection on the south side.
This is a trail that rewards strong planning. The north 10-mile segment, from Windy Pass to the South Fork Toutle River, is a restricted area where camping and off-trail travel are not allowed and hikers are expected to complete that stretch in one day. In that same zone, pets, bikes, and fires are also prohibited. Outside that section, dispersed camping is allowed, but there are no formal designated campsites, so backpackers need to be prepared and practice Leave No Trace.
Trail details: Loowit Trail #216, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. There is no single trailhead for the full route. Popular south-side access points include Climbers Bivouac at 46.146695, -122.181703 and June Lake Trailhead at 46.137433, -122.155801. June Lake is day use only and does not allow overnight parking, while Climbers Bivouac offers direct access via Ptarmigan Trail.
Getting there: From Cougar, south-side access typically begins by heading east on Lewis River Road / Forest Road 90. For Climbers Bivouac, turn left onto Forest Road 83, continue to Forest Road 81, then follow Forest Spur Road 830 to the trailhead. For June Lake, continue east from Cougar and turn onto Forest Road 83, then follow the spur road to the June Lake parking area.
Call to action: Add Loowit Trail to your Visit Mt. St. Helens itinerary for a full-circle look at the mountain’s power, recovery, and unforgettable volcanic landscape. It is the hike for visitors who want to experience Mount St. Helens at its wildest and most complete.
Current seasonal note: The most recent official road update says Forest Road 83 was still gated at Marble Mountain Sno-Park on March 20, 2026, which blocks normal wheeled access to south-side trailheads such as June Lake and Climbers Bivouac. The Loowit Trail page also warns that some Forest Road 99 access areas and trails are closed Monday through Friday through October 31 because of the Spirit Lake Tunnel Outlet project, so east-side access should be checked carefully before a trip.
Los Altos Mexican Restaurant, a family-owned gem located at 216 Huntington Avenue South in Castle Rock. From the moment you walk in, you’ll feel the warmth of a welcoming, casual atmosphere infused with authentic Mexican flavors and genuine hospitality.
Their menu features classic, made-from-scratch dishes — think fresh tortillas, flavorful tacos, hearty burritos, and traditional sauces crafted daily with quality ingredients. Whether you’re stopping in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, each meal is prepared with care and a passion for good food.
With fair prices, generous portions, and a staff that treats you like family, Los Altos is more than just a place to eat — it’s a community favorite where locals come to enjoy real Mexican cuisine in a relaxed setting.
Come in, enjoy a meal, and see why we’re quickly becoming one of Castle Rock’s most loved Mexican spots. See their Facebook page for up-to-date hours and specials!
Castle Rock, WA 98611
Longview, WA 98632
Los Pepes
Woodland, WA
Love Street Playhouse is a quaint venue located in the heart of Woodland at the base of the Lewis River Valley. Since 2007 it has earned the respect of local and surrounding communities for quality theatre. We have an intimate venue where everyone's close to the stage, with a convenient location and affordable ticket prices. We look forward to seeing you at our productions in this coming year.
Woodland, WA 98674
Luckman Coffee Company
Castle Rock, WA 98611