Trip

Day Hike - South Coldwater Ridge

Enjoy summer wildflowers and berries along this sometimes steep trail to Coldwater Ridge. At the top take in views of Mount St Helens, and effects of the 1980 eruption including Coldwater Lake and mangled logging equipment.

Fri, Aug 6, 2021
Committee: Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
Activity Type: Day Hiking
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Strenuous
Leader Rating: Casual
Mileage: 6.8 mi
Elevation Gain: 1,525 ft
Pace: 1.5 - 2.0 mph

Availability: 5 (9 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

Meeting time and place will be sent to registered hikers.

Leader's notes

This will be a casually paced hike to enjoy the wildflowers and berries along the route. Be sure to bring plenty of water on this hike, as it can be very warm in August.

Route/Place

South Coldwater Ridge

Recommended Maps:
Green Trails Spirit Lake No. 332
Green Trails Mount St Helens NVM No. 332S
Trails Illustrated Mt Saint. Helens/Mount Adams
See full route/place details.