Monitor Ridge Climbing Route
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
- 8.6 mi (13.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,751 ft (1,448 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 10 min
- High point
- 8,297 ft (2,529 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
- Peak: Mount Saint Helens 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from start
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Questions about Monitor Ridge Climbing Route
How long is Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
Monitor Ridge Climbing Route is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 10 min. It climbs 4,751 ft (1,448 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,297 ft (2,529 m).
How hard is Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Climbers Bivouac Trailhead.
Are there water and toilets on Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.8 mi (6.1 km).
Is Monitor Ridge Climbing Route shaded?
Partly shaded (46% under trees).
What can you do on Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Monitor Ridge Climbing Route?
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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