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The Toutle Trail may be the best kept secret in all of Southwest Washington, which is to say, the world.

Meandering down the length of the Kalama River, it gently switches back and forth as it makes its way some 682 feet in elevation over the 4.4-mile one-way trip to a tiny cutoff.

You'll see songbirds, signs of elk (even elk, in season), wildflowers all through the summer, and if you're lucky like me, you'll see a few other critters along the way.

But the payoff is what you see here, a completely unimpeded view of the entire southwest flank of Mount St. Helens. To get a better view, you have to be at the foot of the mountain (or at the Plains of Abraham -- see earlier posts).

But in those spots, you won't have a cascading river and tall, shady trees to accompany you the whole way. And when you make that turn at 4.4 miles, you will get the big, cartoon eyes that characterize those which are witnessing overpowering and indescribable beauty for the first time.

And here's the best part. The trailhead shares space with a relatively active horse camp, which means you might meet a horse or two along the way, but most hikers steer clear of the place.

We went on a very warm, summer-like day, one essentially designed for a trail like this, where you keep a view of a river to your flank but hold the cover of trees the whole way. We met two horses and their owners, one coyote, two chipmunks, more songbirds than you might believe, and a very gregarious squirrel.

That was it.

This trail is like a gift to those who want all the attractions of a more popular hike (think Angel's Crest in Oregon, or Silver Star Mountain in Washington), without having to deal with the crowds and the conditions that result from them.

A gem of a place. A true discovery. And you can only find it here in Southwest Washington, probably the most beautiful place you never heard of before.

Well, you've heard of it now.

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Great graveled walking trail, roughly 3.5mi, playgrounds, opportunities for photography enthusiasts, public restrooms, & the lake is even used for kayaking!

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Explore this beautiful turn of the century grist mill and covered bridge. Open weekends for tours. #greatoutdoors

Mount St. Helens which includes snow and tranquil scenes

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OYO Woodland Hotel and Suites

OYO Woodland Hotel and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Quality room and very nice staff"

Joe 1-night trip

Posted 2 days ago

OYO Woodland Hotel and Suites

Best Western Woodland Inn

Best Western Woodland Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Hot tub and pool area is old, usable but old. Hot tub was super hot which we enjoyed there were no jets. "

Laura 1-night trip

Posted 4 days ago

Best Western Woodland Inn

Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Clean rooms. Great location. Easy & free parking. Quiet area. Ive stayed here 6 ish times. The last 4 being with my dog. "

Linzi 2-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Holiday Inn Portland - Columbia Riverfront by IHG

Lewis River Inn

Lewis River Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff was great!"

Karen 5-night trip

Posted 8 days ago

Lewis River Inn

Sleep Inn Kelso Longview

Sleep Inn Kelso Longview

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet, and love the Mid-Century Modern inspired decor. Will be my new go-to when in town to visit family!"

Sybil Juwana 1-night trip

Posted 9 days ago

Sleep Inn Kelso Longview

Lone Fir Resort

Lone Fir Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Very large 3 room apartment, quaint, quiet, and excellently appointed. Onsite manager was very nice and very helpful in pointing out places of interest (he was also an excellent cook and laid out/ prepared a wonderful. One of the very best places we’ve had the pleasure of staying in"

Steve 1-night trip

Posted 2 months ago

Lone Fir Resort

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