Goat Creek Trail
Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Lewis County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Lewis County, WA. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 10.3 mi (16.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,025 ft (922 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 50 min
- High point
- 4,698 ft (1,432 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Cathedral Falls 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Goat Creek Trail
How long is Goat Creek Trail?
Goat Creek Trail is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 50 min. It climbs 3,025 ft (922 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,698 ft (1,432 m).
How hard is Goat Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Goat Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Goat Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Goat Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Goat Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Goat Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Deadman's Lake Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
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