Windy Ridge and the Plains of Abraham
A hike along barren, blasted ridges to a pumice plain on the northeast corner of Mount St. Helens with incredible views of the Cascade volcanoes and surreal terrain. The terrain is exposed with very little shade.
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Hike the Truman Trail traversing Windy Ridge for 1.7 miles before it turns into the Abraham Trail. The Abraham Trail includes a steep climb via a series of sand ladders.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
- Seasons: July, August, September, October
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Length: 8.8 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft
- 4,850 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
- Trails Illustrated Mt Saint. Helens/Mount Adams
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