Mount Saint Helens – Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Mount Saint Helens – Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Mount Saint Helens – Gifford Pinchot National Forest
10:12
19.3km
1,700m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Last updated: July 23, 2024
Tips
Includes a segment that may be dangerous
A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
After 3.94 km for 8.63 km
Waypoints
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3.53 km
Swift Creek Trail
Highlight • Trail
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8.31 km
Mount St. Helens Summit
Highlight • Summit
Today, the volcano is still mildly active. You can see steam coming out of the crater and timelapse videos show the evolution of new cones over the years. A steep trail will lead you to the rim with some difficult terrain, the true summit is another 0.4 miles to the west. For summiting Mount St. Helens, you need to obtain a permit year round.
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12.1 km
Loowit Trail / Monitor Ridge junction
Highlight • Trail
The Loowit Trail, however, circumfences Mount Saint Helens and leads you to the blast zone. It is 30 miles long, so it can be a great multi-day adventure. There is no permit needed to complete the Loowit Trail.
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19.3 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.6 km
8.63 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
18.5 km
732 m
< 100 m
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