Ape Canyon
A moderate day hike along a ridge next to the volcanic mudflats on the southeast corner of Mount St. Helens.
along the trail
Hike alongside the massive mudflow that swept the Muddy River to a viewpoint that overlooks the lahar basin and the volcano. Further up the trail is a ridgetop that looks down into Ape Canyon and up onto East Dome on the flank of Mount St. Helens.
notes
- This trail is open to mountain bikers.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
- Seasons: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Length: 9.4 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,550 ft
- 4,175 ft
- Land Manager: Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- Green Trails Mount St Helens NVM No. 332S
- Green Trails Mt St Helens No. 364
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