United States • Washington

Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site

The Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site is a concrete boat ramp located in the state of Washington, USA. It is situated at latitude 46.290513 and longitude -122.266096. The boat ramp is approximately 20 feet wide and provides access to Coldwater Lake, which is a popular destination for boating and fishing enthusiasts.

This boat ramp is located within the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and is managed by the US Forest Service. The Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site is open from May to October, depending on weather conditions.

As per the latest information available, the boat ramp at Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site is suitable for launching and retrieving small boats, such as canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Motorized boats are also permitted on the lake, but they must adhere to a 10 horsepower motor limit.

In summary, the Coldwater Lake Picnic and Boating Site is a concrete boat ramp in Washington that provides access to Coldwater Lake. It is approximately 20 feet wide and is suitable for small boats, including motorized boats with a maximum of 10 horsepower. Get driving directions.
COLDWATER LAKE PICNIC AND BOATING SITE
Campground Restrictions
  • Camping is not permitted.
  • Pets must be on leash at all times.
  • Gasoline motors are prohibited. Must be removed from the boat if you wish to enter the lake.
  • Selective Gear Rules apply. See Washington State Sports Fishing Rules Booklet.
  • Gear is limited to artificial flies with barbless single hooks or lures with barbless single hooks and bait is prohibited. Up to 3 hooks may be used. Only knotless nets may be used to land fish.
  • Inlet and outlet streams closed to fishing.
  • Trout min size 18 inches. Daily limit 1.
 
Amenities

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STREAMFLOW LEVELS
Streamgauge Streamflow
Nf Toutle River Below Srs Near Kid Valley
USGS 14240525 		865 cfs
Toutle River At Tower Road Near Silver Lake
USGS 14242580 		2,200 cfs
Swan Creek At 80Th St East Near Tacoma
USGS 12102190 		3 cfs
Cowlitz River At Castle Rock
USGS 14243000 		8,030 cfs
White River Below Clearwater River Nr Buckley
USGS 12097850 		1,050 cfs
South Fork Toutle River At Toutle
USGS 14241500 		868 cfs
Puyallup River Near Orting
USGS 12093500 		407 cfs

Nearby Camping
Location Campsites Reservations Toilets Showers Elevation
Taidnapam Park - Tacoma Power 183 804 ft
Lake Merrill- State Forest 11 1,573 ft

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