Ptarmigan 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 & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 906 ft (276 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 4,656 ft (1,419 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Ptarmigan Trail
How long is Ptarmigan Trail?
Ptarmigan Trail is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 906 ft (276 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,656 ft (1,419 m).
How hard is Ptarmigan Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ptarmigan Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Climbers Bivouac Trailhead.
Are there water and toilets on Ptarmigan Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 3.8 mi (6.1 km).
Is Ptarmigan Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (97% under trees).
What can you do on Ptarmigan Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes.
Is this a good week for Ptarmigan 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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