Coolitz-River
Washington, United States β 51 km
Mount St. Helens from Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center
Mont Saint Helens - Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center
πΊπΈ Washington Β· United States β Altitude 949 m
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This live stream looks toward Mount St. Helens from the Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center in southwest Washington. It is a useful way to see the volcano's current conditions, cloud cover and the state of the snow before planning a trip. The page also shows local weather and time for the area.
About the mountain
Mount St. Helens is an active stratovolcano in the Cascade Range, roughly 50 kilometres north of Portland, Oregon. Its 1980 eruption changed the surrounding landscape dramatically, leaving a broad blast zone and a crater that has been slowly rebuilding with new lava domes. The area is now part of the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, known for its geology and the regrowth of forest and meadow.
What the camera shows
The camera is positioned at a visitor centre on a ridge, so the view depends on the weather and the season. Depending on the conditions, you may see the summit, cloud banks drifting across the slopes or fresh snow in winter. Mornings often give the clearest air, while afternoon clouds frequently build over the peak in summer.
Planning a visit
The region has a wet maritime climate, with heavy rain and snow in winter and mild, drier summers that are the most popular time to hike. Coldwater Ridge is one of several viewpoints around the monument. Nearby cameras on this site cover the Coolitz River area, the Rainier region and Chehalis, which can help you compare conditions across the wider region.
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About this camera
What is the weather like at Mount St. Helens right now?
The current conditions are shown in the live weather block on this page, including temperature and a three-day forecast for the area. Mountain weather can change quickly, so check it shortly before you travel.
What time is it at this camera?
The local time for the camera is displayed on this page. It follows the Pacific time zone used across Washington.
Where exactly is this webcam located?
The camera is at the Coldwater Ridge Visitor Center, in the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument in Washington, United States, at an elevation of about 949 metres. The map on the page shows its position.
When is the best time to watch the mountain?
Clear views are most common in late summer and early autumn, and on calm mornings year-round. Winter brings snow to the slopes, which can look striking when the sky is clear.
Planning a trip?
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