Mount Saint Helens

Here are driving directions from Lakewood, WA to Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument:

1. Start in Lakewood, WA, and get on I-5 South.
2. Follow I-5 South for about 85 miles toward Castle Rock.
3. Take Exit 49 for WA-504 E toward Spirit Lake/Mount St. Helens.
4. Turn left onto WA-504 E (Spirit Lake Highway).
5. Follow WA-504 E for about 50 miles, passing through Silver Lake and Coldwater Lake.
6. Continue to Johnston Ridge Observatory, the main visitor center for Mount St. Helens.

This route takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on road conditions and traffic. Be sure to check for seasonal road closures, as winter weather can impact access to the monument.