Smith Creek Trail
Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Skamania County, WA
Point-to-point trail in Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Skamania County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.2 mi (16.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,038 ft (926 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 50 min
- High point
- 4,531 ft (1,381 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Windy Ridge 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Harmony Lake Viewpoint 9.9 mi (16 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Windy Ridge Viewpoint 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Windy Ridge Interpretive Site 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Smith Creek Trail
How long is Smith Creek Trail?
Smith Creek Trail is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 50 min. It climbs 3,038 ft (926 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,531 ft (1,381 m).
How hard is Smith Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Smith Creek Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Smith Creek Trailhead (Lower). 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Smith Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 10.2 mi (16.4 km).
Is Smith Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (77% under trees).
What can you do on Smith Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Smith 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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