Warning, my friend & I stayed here in our rv's Sept 29-Oct 2 & initially everything seemed wonderful. Had a view of the lake & docks, boats, etc. So my friend & I just hung out after driving for several hours. There were some people next to my friend & while they were talking kind of loud, we didn't think much of it & they weren't bothering us. But as the evening wore on, the booze came out & they got even louder. Still wasn't much of an issue, but past dark it continued & I am an early to bed, early to rise kind of person, my friend stays up later than I do. Anyway it did continue until 10 pm, the parks "quiet" time. So next day my friend & I take off for sightseeing & had a great day, upon returning, more people had showed up at the sight next to my friend (keep in mind this is a small rv park) so with more people, more noise! I did go down to the office to complain about the noise & was assured that this would be dealt with. Next night Major party, drinking, drunks walking through OUR camp, this time it continued past 10 pm. So next morning my friend & I leave for more sight seeing for the day & low & behold when we get back MORE party people had showed up. Like what the heck, obviously nothing had been said to anyone about the noise, drinking, profanity. Yet another person walked through our camp! They kept leaving the women's bathroom open for their friends to use & I suspect at least 1 male had used the ladies room as there was urine on the floor & it looked like someone had vomited in the shower & in the sink, disgusting! So party time continued for the 3 nights we were there & the last party lasted until after 1:30, I know the time because I had to take my dog out to go potty. This would have been a perfect spot except for the parties & the lack of management responding to this. They affected EVERYONE in the whole park. If there were anyone to talk to, I would like to get my money back, because while these people were having fun they were doing so at our expense! read more

I as looking for a fun, affordable place to stay while my two young children (4 & 8) and I explored the Mt St. Helens region. This place worked out great! The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Our cabin was cute and well stocked. We had our own fire pit to roast over, as well as the community fire pit in the lawn area overlooking the lake. I needed to extend my stay for one more night. Our cabin had been booked, so I needed to move to one of the motel rooms for the night. One of the staff helped me move my things, I was so impressed. The room was not as cute as the cabin and did not have a fire pit, but was right on the water. The kids loved that there were plenty of other children to play with. There are ducks to feed, a playground, a cute little play cabin, boats to rent and of course fishing. There are a couple spots the kids could get into the water, both are rocky, but they did not mind at all. The convenience store was just that. The location was conducive to our vacation schedule. Yes, it is a little dated and musty. But for the price, and being a more seasonal lodging facility, I was not expecting "luxurious" accommodations while exploring the mountain. read more

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Silver Lake Resort is a charming lodging choice when exploring Mount St. Helens and the Spirit Hwy corridor. All hotel rooms are located directly on the water. The intentionally rustic rooms are quite comfortable, and all have small kitchens and large balconies you can fish from. Its full of outdoorsy character and has a store with quality European foods. They rent a variety of boats and fishing poles, and we were quite successful fishing directly off our second floor balcony. The staff is really nice and since we were obviously not 'country folk,' they outfitted our poles for us and gave us rubber gloves to handle the bait and fish. Its only about 25 minutes from the last St. Helens visitor center and about 90 minutes from Portland. This is a very ideal base for exploring the northern side of the mountain. Its also an ideal place to disappear from the world for a few days. read more

The price greatly exceeds the experience. Tons of car noise, they charge for EVERYTHING and anything they possibly can. RV spots are super tiny and have zero privacy. We are regular campers and have never had an experience like this before. read more

As a fairly regular visitor to the Silver Lake Resort, I can say that I have stayed in the motel multiple times, I have stayed in all but one of the cabins, and we usually camp in our tent in the RV sites, although we have camped in the tent sites before as well. Having said that, l'll just say that my girlfriend and I love it all! We keep coming back, and we will keep coming back too. First things first... the staff! What great people... and I can tell you from many visits that they really want you to enjoy your stay here! They will do whatever they can to make sure your stay is an enjoyable one and that you will want to return. They will help in any way they can to make sure your fishing and boating experiences are fantastic! The last time we stayed in the motel, the room had just received some recent upgrades, and everything was perfect. Our last visit in a cabin was fantastic too, even though it rained a large portion of the week. But we had zero issues with anything in the room or any of the services that the resort offers. I would urge people to remember a few things though... that being that this is primarily a fishing/lake/watersports resort, and the kitchen items such as pots and pans/silverware, etc. are not going to be the same as if you are at a 5 star resort in the Bahamas. I'm sure that if you are that particular about these things, the staff at the resort would certainly be okay with you bringing your own to use. The cabins have their own little quirks too... maybe a section of the floor is a little crooked, or the kitchen counter is a little smaller than what some people may expect... all to be expected from someplace with so much charm. Besides, the lake and the view and the fishing are the primary attractions here! And these "quirks" that some people make negative remarks about happen to be some of my own favorite features. The resort is located on a major roadway, and there is quite a bit of traffic, and although I hear it, I have never considered it a nuisance. If traffic noises are terribly offensive to you or someone in your party, I would suggest making reservations as early as possible to find a place closest to the lake. The fishing here is fantastic, especially if you are bringing the little ones up to catch any of the varieties of panfish from the dock. It's almost foolproof most of the time. My suggestion... don't fish any deeper than 24" for the best results! If you are fishing for the largemouth bass that this lake is famous for... even with my many trips and my knowledge of this lake, I can assure you that there are times when this lake can be very frustrating for the most experienced bass fisherman! It is still a very good fishery though, and it is capable of producing a trophy bass on any cast! I do think, however, that there have been more than one or two people who have come here expecting to catch the fish of a lifetime, and it just didn't happen, and they have taken it out by writing a less than stellar review about this fantastic place to stay. We will be back soon... after all, October is the best month of the entire year for the bass fishing here. Just don't tell too many people! read more

I stayed in Cabin 10 for a night just on a "passing through" basis. I was hoping to run up to St Helens but low clouds kept me from making the run up there. This resort reminds me of the family resorts of my youth in the 50's/60's of northern MN.....and I say that in the most complimentary way! The cabin was small, rustic, not fancy in any way and that's just the way I like it. It was clean, well stocked and had a picnic table and fire pit. I actually felt spoiled with a small cable TV set and (very strong) WIFI. If you need a pool and room service, not your kind of place. If you appreciate quiet and simple, this sure beats the cookie cutter motel that you might normally stay at while on a road trip. read more

Robin at the counter was great! We arrived and the campsites were a little smaller than we expected, and she moved mountains to make us happy. This is a great family resort, a kids dream! read more

Room Motel 4. There is some good to be said about the view - even with the gray sky and rain. The room was not what we would consider clean with cobwebs in the shower, mold on the shower ceiling, and more cobwebs hanging off the kitchen light. The trim around the kitchen sink had "gunk" most of the way around where it met the sink. The sink was full of chips, and stains that probably could have been taken care of with a little bleach. The cabs needed some attention. They really skimped on the light bulbs putting in just one bulb in a two bulb ceiling fixture. Dishes were adequate, as were the pots and pans. The bed was OK and so was the couch. The outside premises really needed someone who cared about "curb appeal", because there was none. Just because it is a rustic, country setting doesn't mean it shouldn't be well kept. There was a basket of snacks, juice, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, Frappuccino's, and a nice bottle of wine when we arrived. That was a very nice addition to our stay. Overall, should be come back to the area, we will probably look for another place to stay. read more

DISCLAIMER - they allowed my Companion ONLY after the song & dance below A friend of mine stays here for an extended mental weekend - she likes to fish & this is ideal (I think) for the set that like to fish but not rough it - we decided to swing by for a few hours to visit. I have an AmStaff Terr, Atticus, who is my companion. He will eventually be trained to full service (fingers crossed). My friend expressed a concern that they had just recently disallowed pitbulls on the property due to some attacks in the prior year. Knowing that, by law, I'm supposed to be accommodated; I replied - no worries, let me just give them a call, let them know we're coming & I'll make sure to bring the necessary paperwork (doctor's letter, vacc reports, training cert, etc). I should have known this was going to be an issue from the phone call - the manager, Patty, kept referring to pets/private property - I kept reiterating "companion/service animal". It was finally decided I would just show up w/all paperwork & meet said manager. We made the drive out & I got to take a gander of the place - it's situated right off of a main hwy - pretty quick to miss &, honestly, not much to look at as you're pulling in. First is the RV parking, then what I believe is tent set up, a few cabins, bathrooms/showers. You come down the driveway into a loop that takes you right in front of the motel/store. The motel is right on the water - you can fish from the balcony, which i love - along with a small general store of sorts. I stopped by the room, let my friend know we were there, then headed into the store w/Atticus' papers. I was greeted by a shorter gal with dark, curly hair (forgot her name) & asked for Patty. She asked what it was regarding, I advised I was the lady who'd called in about the companion animal that was a "pitbull". Her eyes got a little big and she went right away to get her. Patty came out and her demeanor, right off the bat, was standoffish. I introduced myself & was greeted with "Yeah, thanks for waking me up". I was a little taken aback - I had called between 6:30 & 7 at what I thought was the business number for a stocked fishing lake motel. I found this response to be rude but held my tongue. I set my paperwork on the counter (which wasn't even needed - she never bothered looking at it) and proceeded to get to hear her opinion on the breed of my dog, why "people chose a breed that was so obviously a controversy & bred resentment in business owners like herself" (or whatever it was she said) at this point I was appalled but still biting my tongue.. my friend likes this place and I didn't want to cause a problem for her.. "why didn't people just get retrievers" (Sorry lady.. a retriever is basically the doofus teddy bear of the dog kingdom.. a terrier is MUCH more intelligent & trainable for what I'm going to be asking this dog to do) & that EVERYBODY was always like "Well MY dog won't do that".. I countered only a few points.. pointed out that due to unfortunate circumstances, these dogs are being blamed for irresponsible owners (a sentiment that looked like it was agreed with.. I saw the dark curly headed girl nod behind this woman) & yes, I absolutely understood her prejudice based on prior experiences. But again.. did this apply to companion animals or service animals? I was eventually told that I could bring him in - I had to keep him on the deck as no pets (she kept saying pets.. I kept saying companion/service animals) - & I had to not walk him on the grounds where other guests could see him. We were only going to be there a few hours - I inwardly rolled my eyes and agreed to whatever it was she was saying. I already knew my legal grounds. What brings the score down for this place is solely this one interaction at this point in time. The premises themselves are ok.. you get an upfront view of a lake prestocked.. off to the left is Mt. St. Helens.. it's a nice little place.. maybe a bit pricey for what it is.. but still.. lovely to just hang out, have a beer, hang with friends.. To Patty - if she reads these things - I would highly suggest getting familiar with Washington State Law and biting your lip when you're making personal comments. I have Atticus for a reason and you were triggering quite a few things. Let's just say I'm a much gentler and patient person with him. Part of being a business owner while catering to the public is to be a steward for the disabled. I understand when you say "we told our customers we wouldn't allow" a specific breed.. be aware though that the title service/companion animal means you don't have that luxury of being so discriminating.. a service animal is held to higher standards of performance than those yapping ankle biters I saw all over the place (as an ex insurance worker, I know who bites more). plus, you could potentially be setting yourself up for legal trouble for your harassment of disabled people. Also, 5$ per person even if not staying read more

We visited Silver Lake Resort for the first time last weekend for a boat race. The 12 hour drive from Northern, CA was well worth it! The lake and grounds are beautiful and the view of Mt. St. Helens magnificent! Even the weather cooperated for us with above average temperatures!! Everyone at the resort was exceptionally friendly and I hope we can make it back next year for the same event. Yes, the wifi is spotty and the ambiance a bit "shabby chic", but I would recommend the facility to others, even for a non-race get-a-way. read more

Nice place with kind and helpful staff- we'd never stayed before and the resort was well described on their web page

My review was "filtered", not sure why. I love this place, and encourage people to appreciate this rustic resort. It is not Club Med, it is a wonderful relaxing, quite get away to fish, rent a boat, enjoy a friendly campfire, and make new friends. The staff is absolutely terrific, helpful and knowledgeable about the area, restaurants, stores, Mt. St. Helens, and where to visit to make the best use of the exploring. I love going to Silver Lake Resort!! read more

I should charge $5 for making this review since at this resort seems they charge $5 as a standard fee for anything. $5 for losing your wristband they make you wear, $5 per dog, $5 for this and $5 for that. I semi-joked with my family that they needed to not drink their morning coffee at the picnic table or they were going to be charged $5 fee. The sites are very cozy. By cozy I mean there is barely room between each one. I wondered how people with slideouts actually fit in there but I am sure they probably charge $5 fee for each slideout. The staff were nice and the lake is beautiful. The management needs to work on their customer service skills. Maybe take a few training classes? Make sure if you do decide this is the place for you to spend time at that your septic in your RV or Trailer is completely empty. They have a lock on their sewer system and will not allow you to hook up to it until they have inspected your tanks. It's a weird feeling that someone wants to inspect my toilet and what may or may not be in there. There are plenty of other camping places around there. I highly suggest floating your boat on different waters. read more

Update: After several phone calls my mother was able to get a reservation and take over my deposit so that it wasn't a total loss. People there were friendly, but mom wasn't too impressed with the multiple fees for various things (including not wearing a mandatory wristband) and the slim lots for RV's. The Wifi wasn't too bad but it was turned off at night, no advance notice. They also have to unlock the sewer connection for you, and warn you not to come in without an empty holding tank. Nice people, but management could benefit from some customer service classes. read more

This was a cute little resort. We've been there twice. The first time I got really great service from all the employees. The second time I encounter a very disrespecful lady at the office. I forgot to ask her for her name, but she must be around mid 40ths, smaller built. She was not polite at all when I asked questions and she did not provide an explanation at all. Our family loved the place because of it's cleaniless and location off the freeway, but this one staff just ruined our whole experience. read more

My husband and I stayed here the beginning of Jan and we loved it. We go fishing here all the time. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We stayed in the motel and our room was very clean. Love the fact you can fish off your balcony. Very peaceful and relaxing. read more

Our family of 5 stayed for 2 nights in the motel. Room #1. The wifi did NOT work and didn't even show on 3 of our phones. Disappointing when this was shown as an amenity. No TV. Room smelled and was not clean. Stained carpet, 2nd hand furniture that could be nice with some care. Balcony had cheap furniture that both were covered in bird droppings. Not a resort, motel at best. For the cost, expected better. Kids tried fishing with no luck. Mosquitoes were terrible inside and outside. Charge for every little thing and office hours are unpredictable and not posted. Wanted food to feed to ducks but closed at 8pm when they closed at 9pm night before. Nobody available until 8:00 next morning, had to wait to check-out. Own room wasn't attended to after 1st night with new towels, etc., had to ask in the office for this to be done. Overall, not recommended unless you are looking for a strictly fishing spot and expectations are low. read more

These people are rude, incompetent, and heartless jerks. This was my experience I made resevations on line and called a week befor we were suposed to come they said are reservation was made for the weekend prior to me calling I said how is that possible when I didn't even make the reservation until 2 days after they said my reservation was for. So they relized they made a mistake but still tried to blame it on me and so they switched it to the right weekend and of course the camp sites we reserved for the date that they should have put in was gone so we said no big deal people make mistakes and were going to stay where ever they put us. Well we showed up for our camp site to find out there are 4 Silverlakes in washington the one we went to was the wrong one. Well aparently this happens all the time to all the Silverlakes everyone I except this one lets you know that and refunds you because this happens every weekend to the other silverlakes because they don't tell people there are more than one just to have there resort filled. I lost out on $120 was in tears on the phone they told me I would have to cancel my reservation 2 weeks ahead of time and they couldn't help me. the silverlake I was at felt so bad about this they gave us free campsites and they couldn't beleive they were so heartless. read more

Let me start off by saying i have quite a bit of hospitality experience ranging from housekeeping to front desk along with night audit and reservations. I have done sales curb appeal and currently in property management. While some staff seem friendly and some not you can tell right away none have proper training as i had to ask where what when to understand anything about the place. While i did receive an early checkin, Guests are required to wear hospital like wristbands which really made me feel awkward but i went ahead and got my keys and headed to my cabin as i walked up the steps to my cabin i see a pot of dead flowers right off the bat then after entering the structure i notice half is slanted probably from poor foundation structure which looks like a poorly added on section for a bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom was so small that i knocked things off soaps shampoo conditioner where they were poorly placed and if u can manage to sit on the toilet you are at an angle because the wall is so close to you your knees are right against it, the shower has no light and is almost completely black if the curtain is closed, the drain is a hair above the shower floor making drainage impossible on top of it all puddling up in the corner several inches from the slant, there is no fan or any type of ventilation which i believe is a violation. But let me back up a bit because i don't want to forget the bombard of posted signs of don't do this don't do that, guest must wash dishes before leaving or there is an additional charge on the already over priced collapsing structure, I'm stunned these people have not seen Hotel Impossible. The housekeeping also clearly has not been properly trained or is being rushed because every surface and edge was dusty and dirty other than the basic counter table and nightstand, the frying pans that GUESTS are required to clean was not cleaned and ruined food we i tried to make because grey stuff from the bottom of the pan got all over it and even cooking was difficult because the handle was so loose on the pan i was afraid it was gonna come off. Now i know its the wilderness but there were literally cobwebs and spiders in every single corner of the cabin, cmon guys its called a duster or broom. The carpet was so gross my socks were brownish orange in minutes, the decor of the place was of old second hand cheap crap thrown up nothing was thought through not even for an out doorsy vintage look, the windows can not be opened and there is no screen door so your SOL if you want fresh air without mosquitos. The wi fi cut out several times so i called the office and they reset it then when it went out again in the evening i was told very rudely over the phone "well ill get to it when i can" hours later i called again n was given another code that did not work so i went to bed. Trying to sleep on a bad enough bed as it is every move you make is noisy because they have plastic protectors under the sheets, and after seeing the dirtiness of the room i didn't want to sleep on the bedding. Needles to say i ended up leaving early and will never return nor recommend this place in fact ill be sure to let people know to avoid it. read more