Visiting the Forest Learning Center

The Forest Learning Center is a fascinating place that attracts more than 200,000 visitors every year from all over the world.

• Open Friday through Sunday from May 13 through September 5
• Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The indoor exhibits will also be available:
  • Wednesday, May 18 - 31^st Anniversary of the Mount St. Helens eruption.
  • Memorial Day weekend – open Friday, May 27 through
    Monday, May 30.
  • Independence Day weekend – open Friday, July 1 through
    Monday, July 4.
  • Labor Day weekend – open Friday, September 2 through Labor Day, Monday September 5.
• The gift shop, restrooms, and Center’s outdoor facilities will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Admission is free
• From I-5 take Exit 49 to Highway 504 (Spirit Lake Memorial Highway) and continue east to Milepost 33
• Large groups are asked to make reservations at least two weeks in advance (please see Field Trip Planner)
• There are two other visitor centers along Highway 504