Independence Pass Trail
Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Skamania County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Skamania County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.4 mi (12 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,378 ft (420 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 5 min
- High point
- 4,724 ft (1,440 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from start
- Peak: Tephra Pinnacle 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Independence Pass Trail
How long is Independence Pass Trail?
Independence Pass Trail is 7.4 mi (12 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,378 ft (420 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,724 ft (1,440 m).
How hard is Independence Pass Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Independence Pass Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Independence Pass Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Independence Pass Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (10% under trees).
What can you do on Independence Pass Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Independence Pass 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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