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Climbing Mount St. HelensMount St. Helens Climbing Update[Last Updated: 14 January 2009]Fall / Winter Climbing Access: Snowfall and wind will form unstable cornices (snow overhangs) on the crater rim (please see our climbing page and scroll down to cornice photo). The crater rim is unstable and can be hazardous at any time. Attention Climbers: Winter access to south side climbing routes may be limited by road damage, snow or malfunctioning plow equipment. Check the current snopark conditions page for updated information on access to Cougar Snopark and Marble Mtn Snopark. Permits are required above 4800 foot elevation on the volcano year round. During the Nov 1 to March 31 winter climbing season permits are available at no charge by self-registration at the Climber's Register or at Marble Mtn Snopark. The Climber's Register is located at the Lone Fir Resort, 16806 Lewis River Road, Cougar, WA. (360) 238-5210. 2009 Climbing Permit Sales will begin at 9:00 a.m. PST on February 1, 2009: Permits for the April 1 October 31 climbing fee season are sold online, in-advance on a first-come, first-served basis through the Mount St. Helens Institute. Climbing Contact UsImmediate Assistance
Climbing Contact Web Form** February 1, 2008 - Attention Climbers ** Due to the heavy volume of email being received by the Monument and the Mount St. Helens Institute, we are experiencing substantial delays in responding to Mount St. Helens Climbing email. For information about how to obtain a climbing permit please see the Frequently Asked Questions.
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