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Mt. St. Helens is an amazing feature here in the Northwest. But it's only one of MANY. Hiking, Biking, Hunting, Fishing, Zip lining, Eating is some of the best this fine country has to offer. You're adventure starts here. Start by exploring all our communities have to offer

Castle Rock Washington

Castle Rock is nestled in the valley of Mt St Helens, and is a gateway to the northern entrance to the volcano on State Route 504.

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Cougar Washington

Cougar Washington is a small unincorporated community located in southern Cowlitz County, near the foothills of Mt St Helens.

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Kalama Washington

Kalama is a small City rich in history and long on community spirit. Incorporated in 1890, the City has been the County seat, was the western terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad.

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Kelso Washington

Kelso has a unique historical past. It holds a story of struggle against competition in business and professions, its disasters and its faith in itself to overcome all odds and to expand, grow and progress in every way.

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Longview Washington

Longview’s roots can be traced back to Kansas City, Missouri, home of city founder R. A. Long, president of the Long-Bell Timber Company.

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Toutle Washington

Toutle is a small rural community located in southwest Washington, near the base of Mt St Helens. It lies in Cowlitz County and is known for its scenic surroundings, including forests and rivers.

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Woodland Washington

Woodland provides excellent options for lodging, restaurants, and service accommodations.

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All of Cowlitz County is about Community. Good eats to amazing events and awesome activities. We are excited to have you come visit and see for yourself how friendly and welcoming our communities are first hand.

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Discover the Best Northwest

Mt. St. Helens is an amazing feature here in the Northwest. But it's only one of MANY. Hiking, Biking, Hunting, Fishing, Zip lining, Eating is some of the best this fine country has to offer. Your adventure starts here.

Start your adventure

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Discover the Best Northwest

Featured Upcoming Events

Cowlitz County offers some of the best entertainment the Northwest has to offer. Start by exploring all the events our communities have to offer

Featured

Name: Disenchanted
Start: 2026-02-14T19:30:00-08:00
End: 2026-02-14T19:30:00-08:00
Location: Columbia Theatre Association for the Performing Arts, 1231 Vandercook Way, Longview, WA 98632, USA