Put-in at Highway 504

The Put-in at Highway 504 provides access to a challenging stretch of the Toutle River with potential hazards from volcanic debris and unpredictable water levels following Mount St. Helens eruption impacts. Paddlers should expect technical navigation through potential rock gardens and variable flow conditions, with careful attention required to avoid submerged obstacles and shifting channel dynamics. Scouting is recommended prior to running this section, as river characteristics can change dramatically with seasonal runoff and ongoing landscape transformation from past volcanic activity.