
Trip
Backcountry Trail Run - Loowit Falls
Exploring the the plains of Abraham, Windy Pass, and Loowit Falls on a fun run on the east side of the Volcano. With any luck we should see some elk as well.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
- Sun, Oct 27, 2019
- Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Trail Running
- Adults
- Strenuous
- Challenging
- Mileage: 14.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 3,500 ft
- 3 (6 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Leaving town around 5 to be moving on the trail by 8. Will coordinate exact meeting times and park and rides in pre trip emails.
This is Saint Helens in October so be prepared for all seasons.
We will start at the windy ridge parking lot, head up into the plains of Abraham where we will pick up the Loowit trail to take over Windy Pass and on to the falls. From there we'll pick our way back to the cars.
rough sketch of the route here
Bring micro spikes.
Note, that there is one good water source on this route (the Oasis).
The pace for this run is going to be relaxed, where we will power hike the hills and run on the flats and downhills. Hopefully the views will be such that we will also be stopping for lots of photos. The trail plays long, so expect it to take a little longer than normal.
Please ask for permission to sign up if I have not run with you before. Also email if you want to come but are having system issues.
Loowit Falls
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Green Trails Mount St Helens NVM No. 332S
Trails Illustrated Mt Saint. Helens/Mount Adams - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
- The Ten Essentials
- Sturdy running shoes
- microspikes