Anderson Lodge has volleyball, horseshoes, hiking trails, saunas, and tennis courts for guests. Anyone interested in a competitive kickball or volleyball game? Archery? Arts and Crafts? More details on summer camp activities are coming soon.

The wedding venue is near the beautiful Lewis River and Lake Merwin, which is home to endangered salmon and trout species. Guests may access the river at Cresap Bay and Speelyai Bay Parks, and Yale Bridge, which are less than 10 minutes from the venue. Merwin Park is only 20 minutes away.

Explore one of the largest lava tubes in North America near Mount St. Helens! Guests are encouraged to take a flashlight or headlamp. Ape Caves is a 30-minute drive from the wedding venue.

The wedding venue is just south of Mount St. Helens. Guests may explore the south side of the volcano via multiple hiking trails. More information on recommended hikes will be provided to guests.

Visit the quaint and scenic Cedar Creek Grist Mill to see a historic mill that uses hydropower to make flour and cornmeal. Cedar Creek Grist Mill is located approximately 30 minutes from the wedding venue.

Travel 30 minutes to enjoy swimming and cliff jumping at the East Fork Lewis River. Guests may also access hiking trails from this location and travel downstream to Lucia Falls Regional Park, or upstream to Yacolt Falls.

Explore over 1.32 million acres of US National Forest less than an hour away from our wedding venue.

Take a dip in the Lower Lewis River Falls located about 1-hour from the wedding venue. Access to the falls is possible through the Lower Falls Campground.

Enjoy a beautiful, family-friendly hike through old-growth forest and ferns about 50 minutes away from our venue. The aquamarine water in Siouxon Creek provides a great opportunity for a swim.

Summit Silver Star Mountain for beautiful views and vistas! On a clear day you can see 5 volcanos from the top.

The Lewis River Golf Course is located 25 minutes from the wedding venue.

There are multiple wineries located 25 minutes south of the wedding venue. More information coming soon!