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McClellan Viewpoint, also known as McClellan Overlook, is a scenic roadside stop in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in southern Washington state, offering stunning panoramic views of Mount St. Helens from an easily accessible location along Curly Creek Road near the town of Carson. This popular pullout features ample parking, picnic tables, and interpretive signage, making it an ideal spot for travelers to pause, enjoy the volcanic landscape, and potentially spot wildlife in the surrounding forested area. The viewpoint is open year-round with no fees, and it shares its parking area with access to the nearby McClellan Falls, adding opportunities for short hikes and waterfall viewing.