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Harmony Falls Viewpoint

Enjoy a view of Spirit Lake with its still-floating raft of logs deposited during the 1980 eruption. An interpretive display shares the magic of the forest and lake, pre-eruption. Depart on the steep, one-mile Harmony Trail #224 that leads to the lakeshore. Harmony Falls is not visible. The site was submerged by the May 18, 1980 landslide which slammed into Spirit Lake, causing a 200-foot rise in lake level.

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 46.27421, -122.10487

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Smith Creek Picnic/Viewpoint
  • Meta Lake Interpretive Site
  • Miners Car Interpretive Site
  • Mount Margaret Backcountry
  • Johnston Ridge Observatory
  • Smith Creek Trailhead (Road 8322)

Frequently asked questions

Is Harmony Falls Viewpoint reservable?

Harmony Falls Viewpoint is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Harmony Falls Viewpoint?

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How do I book a campsite at Harmony Falls Viewpoint?

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