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This 0.25 mile loop circles Cloney Park playground and field, where you might catch some local youth soccer practices, or find some painted rocks hidden by our active local rock painting community. Cross 28th Avenue for access to Cloney Skate Park and the BMX track. There's fun for all ages in this little park network!
One of our longest fully paved trails at 1.3 miles, this nicely landscaped, well-lit path runs the entire distance of the slough between Oregon Way and Douglas Street. With access to Archie Anderson Park, this is a great path for a family stroll or those seeking a safer, greener, bike-friendly alternative to Industrial Way traffic.
A 3.6-mile gravel trail circles Lake Sacajawea Park. Along the trail visitors will come across:
- Arboretum Information
- Astrology Information
- Benches
- Fountains
- Japanese Gardens
- Lighting
- Mutt Mitt Stations
- Nature Watching
- Rhododendron Gardens
- Pedestrian Bridges
- Picnic Structures
- Picnic Tables
- Playgrounds
- Public Art
- Restrooms
This 2.5-mile trail features a scenic route along the dike next to ditch number 6 on the south side of Pacific Way. The trail begins at 30th Avenue and extends to 48th Avenue passing next to the beautiful Mint Valley Golf Course. This flat, wide gravel path winds between Pacific Way and the ditch that some of our local wildlife has claimed to be a little urban oasis. Easy access to some quick bird watching, or a good bike or dog walking alternative to busy Pacific Way.
Please be mindful when adjacent to the golf course. Keep pets on a leash and remove their waste. Please remain respectfully quiet while golfers are near tees and greens and leave golf balls where they lay as they may still be in play.
View a map of the Pacific Way Trail NW (PDF) and a map of Pacific Way Trail SE (PDF).
This 0.3-mile gravel trail is a passport to the past as it circles beautiful, tree lined R.A. Long Park in the center of the Longview Civic Center Historic District, recognized by the National Register of Historic Places and the Washington Heritage Register. Follow numerous historical markers as you view historic architectural landmarks such as:
Shay Locomotive
The Art Deco style Longview Post Office
Longview Library
Monticello Hotel
Rose Garden
Vandercook Park Trail is a 0.25-mile loop around quaint Vandercook Park nestled in the center of Longview’s historic Old West Side neighborhood. This is a great place to get your steps in under a shady canopy of trees while the kids can play on the playground without leaving your sight or see our active local tennis and pickle ball players in action.
Trail Overview
Birth of a Lake Interpretive Trail is a short, scenic walk at Coldwater Lake that gives visitors an easy way to experience one of the most dramatic landscape changes caused by the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. This accessible boardwalk trail follows the lakeshore and uses interpretive displays to explain how the eruption’s debris avalanche dammed Coldwater Creek and created an entirely new lake.
Trail Stats
The trail is about 1.2 miles round trip with little to no elevation gain, and it is considered easy. The trailhead coordinates are approximately 46.2921, -122.2663.
What to Expect
Expect a smooth, family-friendly walk with lake views, wetlands, interpretive signs, and a close look at how nature has recovered in the blast zone. The route is stroller- and wheelchair-friendly, making it one of the best quick stops for visitors who want scenery and a bit of Mount St. Helens history without a strenuous hike.
Directions to the Trailhead
From Castle Rock, drive east on State Route 504 / Spirit Lake Highway for about 45 miles to the Coldwater Lake Recreation Area. The trail begins from the picnic area at the south end of Coldwater Lake.
Know Before You Go
There is no trail fee listed for the Birth of a Lake Interpretive Trail area. Current official conditions note that Upper SR 504 remains closed beyond milepost 45.2, but Coldwater Lake Recreation Area remains accessible. The Forest Service also notes that, as of January 27, 2026, restrooms are open on the boat launch side, while the picnic-side restrooms remain closed for repairs.
Call to Action
If you want an easy, educational stop near Toutle with beautiful lake views and a direct connection to the story of Mount St. Helens, Birth of a Lake Interpretive Trail is a great addition to your visit.
Trail Overview
Hummocks Trail is one of the best short hikes near Toutle for visitors who want a close-up look at the landscape reshaped by the 1980 eruption. This easy loop winds through rolling mounds, wetlands, young forest, and open viewpoints, with excellent views of Mount St. Helens and the North Fork Toutle River valley.
Trail Stats
About 2.5 miles round trip, 250 feet of elevation gain, and generally rated easy. The trailhead coordinates are 46.2869, -122.2717.
What to Expect
This family-friendly loop takes hikers through the strange, uneven “hummocks” left behind when the north flank of Mount St. Helens collapsed in 1980. Along the way, you’ll pass ponds, wetlands, recovering forest, and interpretive signs that help tell the story of how this once-barren blast zone became alive again. One of the best volcano views comes near the junction with the Boundary Trail, roughly a half mile from the trailhead.
Directions to the Trailhead
From Castle Rock, drive east on State Route 504 / Spirit Lake Highway for about 43 miles. Stay right at the fork signed for Johnston Ridge, continue about 2 more miles, and look for the signed Hummocks / Boundary Trailhead on the right.
Know Before You Go
The Forest Service currently lists no fee at the Hummocks Trailhead. Even with the ongoing SR 504 closure beyond milepost 45.2, Hummocks Trail remains open. The closure affects vehicle access farther up the highway, so Johnston Ridge Observatory and Loowit Viewpoint are not accessible by car, but the Hummocks Trail itself is still open for hiking.
Call to Action
If you’re looking for an easy Mount St. Helens-area hike with big scenery, fascinating geology, and a trail that works well for families, Hummocks Trail is a must-stop on your Toutle adventure.
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