Mount St. Helens One-Day sightseeing tour from Portland

Experience the dramatic story of Mount St. Helens through a journey that combines geology, history, and stunning landscapes. Begin at the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center, where immersive exhibits—including a step-in volcano model, live seismic feeds, and a detailed eruption timeline—provide essential context before you explore the scenic boardwalk trail around Silver Lake. Continue to Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center for panoramic mountain views and easy access to Coldwater Lake, offering peaceful trails, picnic spots, and an electric-motor boat launch. Visit Coldwater Lake itself, formed by the 1980 eruption, for serene lakeside walks before heading to the Eruption Trail, a short paved path with 360° views of the volcano and its powerful blast zone