Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site

<p>Coldwater Lake Recreation Area is located 45 miles east of Castle Rock in the heart of the blast zone near the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mountsthelens/recarea/?recid=40401">Science and Learning Center at Coldwater</a> and <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mountsthelens/recarea/?recid=31562">Johnston Ridge Observatory</a>. Experience the effect the May 18, 1980 eruption had on the Coldwater Valley, including creating a brand new lake. Kayaking is popular here. Combustion engines are prohibited on the lake, but anglers reach trophy trout by electric motors, rowing, or kicking. See Restrictions section.</p><p>The 0.6 miles accessible <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mountsthelens/recarea/?recid=40396">Birth of a Lake Interpretive Trail</a> allows visitors to enjoy close up views of Coldwater Lake.</p><p><strong>Accessible Adventures Video</strong></p><p><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="320" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/El1S1izY2wY" width="495"/></p>