Having watched the eruption and the amazing recovery of the blast zone over the years, the politically correct presentations leave you with less knowledge than you likely went in with. Otherwise it is a great place to view the blast zone from, and have some shelter from the variable weather you may encounter. If you can, stop at the high...
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Johnston Ridge Visitor Center, Tacoma
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Johnston Ridge Visitor Center
Tacoma, WA
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Ranked #13 of 31 attractions in Tacoma
Type: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Activities: Leisure education
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Named for the geologist killed in the blast, this tourist center offers informational displays on the history of the volcano as well as a spectacular...
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Named for the geologist killed in the blast, this tourist center offers informational displays on the history of the volcano as well as a spectacular view of the crater.
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Olympia, Washington
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Lacey, Washington
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haven't been to Johnston Ridge for awhile. It is one of the best views of Mt. St. Helens you can get. It looks rlight into the crater. Does a good job of explaining what happened. Good place to take out of state visitors
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The drive up is beautiful and the visitor's center has great views and explains all about the Mt St Helen's eruption and recovery of the land since then.
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Long car trip in from I-5 via country type roads. However, this is to be expected if you are going into the wilderness area. The center is well staffed and ideally suited for children. There is a long hike available below the ridge but you really need to be in shape for hiking. Really interesting to see the old truck,...
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Victoria, Canada
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...especially if you are planning a climb up to the top of Mt. St. Helens. Great views, really interesting displays. If you look through the binoculars outside on the plaza on a clear day you can see the hikers standing on top of the rim. Go there the day before your climb to be really inspired!
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McGregor, Texas
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This is the place to imagine how it felt that fateful morning when Mt. St. Helens destroyed herself. The surroundings demonstrate an amazing rebirth of green but it is still possible to grasp the enormity of the event. Spiri Lake is huntingly beautiful.
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There are a number of visitor centers on the way to the Johnston Ridge Visitor Center. All are worth a stop but the Johnston is the shining star. The view is spectacular. A must-see stop for everyone.
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Olympia, Washington
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The view into Mt St Helens crater is great, if not obscured by clouds or haze. When I visited recently for the third time haze from wildfires limited some of the visibility. The movie shown in the theatre is really good and informative. Nice displays also. It can be VERY windy on the outdoor viewing deck so be prepared.
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Virginia, USA
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This was a fantastic sight to visit. I stayed in Kelso and drove up there on a beautiful day. The trip up was wonderful. I was lucky that it was a clear day and the views were breathtaking. Go to both of the films. One is about the reclaiming of the area by animals and plants and the other is...
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Bold Springs, GA
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Lots and Lots of People great Junior Ranger Program.
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