Small Group Day Trip to Mount Saint Helens from Seattle

9 hours • Free CancellationMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationMin age 1+Guided • Operated by BARBIL TOURS • 3.9 from 40 reviews

Why we love it?

The "Explore Mt Saint Helen from Seattle in a small group" tour offers a comprehensive day trip to one of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic natural landmarks. Lasting nine hours, this experience is ideal for nature enthusiasts and those interested in geology, as it includes visits to Coldwater Lake and the Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center. Participants will travel in small groups of 6 to 12 in an air-conditioned van, ensuring a more personalized and intimate experience. The tour also includes convenient pick-up and drop-off from selected locations, making it accessible for visitors staying in the Seattle area.
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Inclusions

  • Pick-up and drop-off from selected places
  • Transportation in small groups from 6 to 12 in an air conditioned van
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast

Itinerary

Stop 1

The stop includes an approximate 3 hours driving time from pick up locations:

Large, step-in model of the volcano
Life-size mannequins
Functioning seismograph and live feed of current Mount St. Helens volcano seismicity
Chronological timeline of events leading up to the volcanic blast on May 18, 1980
Theater program offered twice an hour; at :05 and :35 after.
Outdoors, visitors can explore Silver Lake along the 0.6 mile-long trail, including boardwalks over the wetland where a variety of aquatic plants and migratory waterfowl can be viewed at different times of the year.

Coldwater Lake

Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center

Coldwater Visitor Center overlooks Mount St. Helens and is within the Mount St. Helens National

Volcanic Monument. It is located along State Hwy 504, about 45 miles east of I-5. Built in 1993,

Coldwater Visitor Center is just over 24,600 sq. ft. between two floors.

Fantastic views of Mount St. Helens and close access to Coldwater Lake, which features picnic site, (non-motorized or electric motor) boat launch, accessible trails, fishing, restrooms, and parking.

Drop Off

A barrier-free, paved hike of less than one mile from the Johnston Ridge Observatory. The trail includes interpretive kiosks and 360 views of Mount St. Helens and the surrounding blast zone.

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible We will inform the travelers by text message about the approximate location and time of pick up in advance. We can plan to pick up and drop off from additional locations if requested

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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