Guide de voyage: Kettle Falls 2026

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Kettle Falls
Kettle Falls
Back in 1980, Ryan Lake and its adjacent campgrounds and wilderness area was supposed to lie outside the predicted blast zone for the impending eruption of Mount St. Helens. The lake lies a bit more than twelve miles from the mountain, and geologists had designated only 10-mile radius as a "red zone" around the volcano.

But volcanoes don't consult with geologists before cracking open their domes.  So, on May 18th of that year, when St. Helens finally erupted, the effects of the blast were felt well beyond their predicted radius.  And Ryan Lake was not spared.

Sadly, three campers backpacking through the local complex of trails did not make it out in time.

Today, the area around Ryan Lake remains much as it was immediately after the blast.  Toppled trees are everywhere.  There is thick ash underfoot, and wherever you walk on the short six-tenths of a mile trail around the lake, you will see evidence of that day.

The grounds have been turned into a self-guided interpretative center.  There are signs along the way to inform visitors of the extent of the devastation (one sign sits by a a tree stump, which, turned over on its side, is twelve feet high).

But the signs also outline the forest's ongoing recovery, and the efforts to aid that recovery by the Forest Service, volunteers, and even the timber industry itself.

Nowhere, though, will you see mentioned the three individuals who lost their lives here some thirty-five years ago.  But when you visit, you'll be walking in their footsteps.   

It is a magnificent place, full of wild beauty and the evidence of nature's ferocious power.  And for those three people, who must have loved the wilderness as much as any of us who walk there, I can think of no more fitting memorial.
Columbia Point Resort

Columbia Point Resort

2 out of 5
978 US-395 Kettle Falls WA
Séjournez dans ce motel à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, un parking gratuit et un jardin. D'aprÚs les avis reçus, nos clients sont conquis ...
8,2/10 Very Good! (141 avis)
Convenient, peaceful location. Clean, cozy room and very friendly staff. I will definitely stay again next time I’m in the area.

Avis laissé le 13 janv. 2026

Columbia Point Resort
Muncton Mountain Lodge

Muncton Mountain Lodge

Kettle Falls WA
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances trÚs pratique pour les familles à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, une salle de fitness et un ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 avis)
A Truly Magical Weekend – Exceptional Hospitality & Perfect Wedding Setting!From the moment we arrived, we knew this was going to be a special stay. The home is nestled in a stunning setting, beautifully maintained, and truly equipped with all the bells and whistles. Every single detail was thoughtfully ...

Avis laissé le 28 juil. 2025

Muncton Mountain Lodge
Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK

Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK

Kettle Falls WA
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose une laverie, une télévision avec chaßnes par cùble ou par satellite et une cafetiÚre/bouilloire ...
9,8/10 Exceptional! (137 avis)
Perfect place get away from the rat race... Beautiful home in a beautiful place.

Avis laissé le 20 janv. 2026

Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK
Prix le plus bas trouvĂ© au cours des 24 derniĂšres heures sur la base d’un sĂ©jour d’une nuit pour 2 adultes. Les prix et la disponibilitĂ© sont susceptibles de changer. D’autres conditions peuvent s’appliquer.
Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK

Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK

Kettle Falls WA
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose une laverie, une télévision avec chaßnes par cùble ou par satellite et une cafetiÚre/bouilloire ...
9,8/10 Exceptional! (137 avis)
Perfect place get away from the rat race... Beautiful home in a beautiful place.

Avis laissé le 20 janv. 2026

Quiet, Comfy Columbia River Viewspot: Full Kitchen, Grill, Yard; Dogs OK
Muncton Mountain Lodge

Muncton Mountain Lodge

Kettle Falls WA
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances trÚs pratique pour les familles à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, une salle de fitness et un ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 avis)
A Truly Magical Weekend – Exceptional Hospitality & Perfect Wedding Setting!From the moment we arrived, we knew this was going to be a special stay. The home is nestled in a stunning setting, beautifully maintained, and truly equipped with all the bells and whistles. Every single detail was thoughtfully ...

Avis laissé le 28 juil. 2025

Muncton Mountain Lodge
Modern. Private. Spacious. Fully stocked. Family friendly. Cozy. RV hookup.

Modern. Private. Spacious. Fully stocked. Family friendly. Cozy. RV hookup.

KETTLE FALLS WA
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances trÚs pratique pour les familles à Kettle Falls. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, une salle de fitness et une ...
It was a beautiful place, and easy to check in. The Host was very respectful.

Avis laissé le 24 nov. 2025

Modern. Private. Spacious. Fully stocked. Family friendly. Cozy. RV hookup.
Prix le plus bas trouvĂ© au cours des 24 derniĂšres heures sur la base d’un sĂ©jour d’une nuit pour 2 adultes. Les prix et la disponibilitĂ© sont susceptibles de changer. D’autres conditions peuvent s’appliquer.

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