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Cougar, Washington
The small town of Cougar is located on the Lewis River and 11 miles
from Mount St. Helens. Outdoor recreational activities are numerous.
Fish for Kokanee, Coho, Steelhead or Rainbow Trout, go boating or
swimming on the Lewis River. Explore the popular "Ape Caves" at Mount
St. Helens or hike the miles of trails. Winter provides plenty of snow
for cross country skiing and snow shoeing.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Skamania County Chamber of Commerce. PO Box 1037, Stevenson, WA 98648. Phone: 509-427-8911. Toll-free: 1-800-989-9178. E-mail
Experience Washington by Washington Tourism Alliance
ACCOMMODATIONS
Cougar RV Park and Campground. 16730 Lewis River Road, Cougar, WA 98616. Phone: 360-238-5224.
Lone Fir Resort. 16806 Lewis River Road, Cougar, WA 98616. Phone: 360-238-5210; Fax: 360-238-5122. E-mail
Monfort's Bed & Breakfast. 132 Cougar Loop Road, Cougar, WA 98616. Phone: 360-238-5229.
ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
Lewis River
Lewis River passes south of Mount St. Helens forming the North-South
boundary between Cowlitz County and Clark County. You will find all the
usual water activities from swimming to fishing for Kokanee, Coho,
Steelhead and Rainbow Trout to boating and personal watercraft.
Mount St. Helens
This volcano is located in the Cascade Mountains and for decades had
been a favorite destination for local outdoor enthusiast. After the
eruption in 1980, numerous roads, viewpoints and miles of trails have
been replaced or created for you to explore by car, mountain bike or
foot. During the summer Forest Interpreters lead a wide range of
activities, from short walks to amphitheater presentations. Other
popular activities include fishing in a new lake created by the 1980
eruption and exploring the 12,810 foot-long lava tube known as "Ape
Cave" located on the south side of the volcano.
National Volcanic Monument Headquarters. 42218 NE Yale Bridge Road, Amboy, WA 98601. Phone: 360-449-7800; TTY: 360-891-5003.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
The Cougar Bar & Grill. 16849 Lewis River Road, Cougar, WA 98616. Phone: 360-238-5252.
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