State: Washington
Location: Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument
Length, Round Trip: 27 miles
Trail Type: Loop
Best Season: Summer, Fall
Difficulty: Difficult
Usage: Moderate
Parking: Northwest Forest Pass is required at trailheads.
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Trail Information
The Loowit Trail is an exciting trail that circles Mount St. Helens, allowing you to experience the entire range of effects the 1980 eruption had on the mountain and the surrounding area. It is a challenging hike across rough terrain.
The Loowit Trail is not crossed by a single road and can be accessed by “feeder” trails. This allows day hikers the opportunity to hike short-distance sections of the trail. These are described in detail in the following pages. The descriptions begin at Butte Camp Trail #238A and continue around the mountain counterclockwise. The entire route is 27 miles in Length and each segment varies in its difficulty rating. Campsite opportunities and water availability are limited.
Portions of this trail system enter the Restricted Area. Travel is allowed on approved trails only. Off-trail travel and camping are prohibited to protect sensitive natural features and scientific studies. Research permits are required for off-trail travel. By planning ahead and coming prepared you will be rewarded with impressive views, new discoveries and a sense of awe of the power of a live volcano. Northwest Forest Pass may be required at trailheads.
Directions
The Loowit Trail is not crossed by a single road and can be accessed by “feeder” trails identified by the number #216 and a letter of the alphabet, or by Ape Canyon Trail #234, Sheep Canyon Trail #240 and Truman Trail #207.
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