Trip
Open Backpack - Loowit Trail
A strenuous backpack that circumnavigates Mount St. Helens. Experience the raw beauty of the Mount St. Helens as you hike the Loowit Trail, a stunning loop that circles the volcano through wildflower meadows, lava fields, and dramatic landscapes shaped by eruption.
Contacts
Lorelei Felchlin
Primary Leader
- Sun, Jul 19, 2026 — Tue, Jul 21, 2026
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- All Who Qualify, Adults
- Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 32.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 6,300 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2 mph
- 4 (11 capacity)
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
- Wed, Jul 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Experienced backpackers only. Trip involves scarce water sources, difficult off trail terrain, significant elevation gain and two river crossings.
We will meet at the Climber's Bivouac TH at 7am.
Route/Place
Loowit Trail
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Green Trails Mt St Helens NW No. 364S
Trails Illustrated Mt Saint. Helens/Mount Adams - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:
- Tent with footprint/ground tarp
- Stove and fuel
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Water filter
- Bear canister or extra stuff sack and cord designated for hanging food
- Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils
- Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste
Trip Reports