Sheep Canyon Trail
Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Cowlitz County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Cowlitz County, WA. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 2.8 mi (4.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 902 ft (275 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 20 min
- High point
- 4,547 ft (1,386 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Sheep Canyon Trail
How long is Sheep Canyon Trail?
Sheep Canyon Trail is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 20 min. It climbs 902 ft (275 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,547 ft (1,386 m).
How hard is Sheep Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sheep Canyon Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Sheep Canyon Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Sheep Canyon Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
What can you do on Sheep Canyon Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Sheep Canyon 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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