Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Recreation
Winter Activities |
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Marble Mountain Sno*Park Mount St. Helens Winter Recreation Area -- (Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument) |
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| Road Access: | Interstate 5 east to State Route 503 to Forest Roads 90, 83, 8312 junction. |
| Elevation: | 2,700 feet |
| Vehicle Parking Capacity: | 130 |
| Ski & Snowshoe Trails: | 49 miles of ski & snowshoe trails |
| Snowmobile Trails: | 30 miles of snowmobile trails |
| Facilities: | Toilet, shelter with wood stove |
| Remarks: | Attn Snowmobilers, Skiers & Snowshoers: Climbing permits are required for everyone above 4800 feet on Mount St. Helens (permit information). Non-motorized corridor along climbing route is closed to snowmobiles (corridor map). Area north of volcano is closed to snowmobiles and to off-trail ski and snowshoe travel (area closure map). View a map showing areas around Mount St. Helens that are open for winter recreation. |
| Current Conditions: | Link to Current Conditions Page |
| Featured Trails: |
| 8300 Trail |     |
| Volume Of Use: | Very Heavy |
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| Elevation: | Low: 2,700 feet; High: 2,930 feet |
| Maps: | Mt. Mitchell and Mount St. Helens Quadrangles |
Current Condition |
See Current Conditions http://www.fs.fed.us/gpnf/recreation/winter/current-conditions.shtml |
| TrailHead: | Marble Mountain Sno-Park |
| Scenic Attractions: | Magnificent views reward those who travel 4.5 miles along Trail 8300 to the Lava Canyon Viewpoint. On May 18, 1980, the eruption of Mount St. Helens created abundant room for snowmobiling, skiing and snowshoeing. A wet, cement-like slurry of rock, mud, and water (called a lahar) rushed down the southeast side of the volcano, scouring out a vast area. Snowmobilers, skiers and snowshoers share Trail 8300; please use caution and be courteous to each other. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| 8312 Trail |  |
| Volume Of Use: | Low - The trail (road) is washed out below the snowpark. No crossing is possible. The other end of the loop (2 miles out the 83 road), is still open. |
| Length: | 3.0 miles to 4 Corners, 5.5 miles to Summit |
| Elevation: | Low: 2,640 feet; High: 4,000 feet |
| Maps: | Goat Mountain Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | Marble Mountain Sno-Park |
| Scenic Attractions: | This groomed, but winding trail, leads to the summit of a dormant volcano, Marble Mountain, but grooming stops at Four Corners. You will be treated to views of the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, and Mount St. Helens. Follow Forest Road 8312, 4.5 miles up to this beautiful Cascades viewpoint. Snowmobilers, snowshoers and skiers can enjoy this trail. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| June
Lake Ski Trail #216B |
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| Volume Of Use: | Heavy |
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| Elevation: | Low: 2,760 feet; High: 3,190 feet |
| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | One mile from the Sno-Park via the Pine Martin Trail (245E) or Forest Road 83 |
| Scenic Attractions: | Snow-covered lava flows, a cascading waterfall, and a towering white volcano await you beside the beauty of June Lake. The trail gently rises through a young fir forest to June Lake; a perfect place for a picnic!
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| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
Crossing
the canyon above June Lake.
| Pine
Martin Ski Trail #245E |
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| Volume Of Use: | moderate |
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| Elevation: | Low: 2,700 feet; High: 2,760 feet |
| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | Marble Mountain Sno-Park |
| Scenic Attractions: | Swift, June Lake, Wapiti, and Sasquatch Ski Trails can be reached by the Pine Martin Trail. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| Sasquatch
Ski Loops #236, 236A, B |
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| Volume Of Use: | Medium |
| Length: | Short loop 3 miles, total 6.7 miles |
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| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | Sasquatch Trailhead is located 1.8 miles from the Sno-Park via the Pine Martin Trail (245E) or Forest Road 83 |
| Scenic Attractions: | Three separate ski loops on this trail system offer something for everyone. This trail system is perfect for large groups and families with a wide range of skiing abilities. These ski loops provide wonderful views of the glistening white volcano. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| Swift
Ski Trail #244 and #244 A, B, C |
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| Volume Of Use: | Heavy |
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| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | The Swift Ski Trail has two trailheads, one beginning at the Sno-Park (access to winter climb of Mount St. Helens); the second trailhead (244A) begins 1/2 mile north of the Sno-Park on trail #245E or Forest Road 83. |
| Scenic Attractions: | A strenuous uphill ski is rewarded by beautiful views of Mount St. Helens. Remember, what goes up must come down! Enjoy a fun-filled ski back down one of the Swift Trail Loops. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| Wapiti
Ski Loops #245A, B, C, D, G |
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| Volume Of Use: | Heavy |
| Length: | Longest loop: 1.5 miles; Total loops: 4.2 miles |
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| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| Access: | I-5 to State Route 503 through Cougar, Washington, to Forest Road 90 to Forest Road 83 to Forest Road 83/8312, Marble Mountain Sno-Park. |
| Scenic Attractions: | Four sequential loops of varying length are provided with ample access to all, from Forest Roads 83, 8312, and Trails 245E and 245. The terrain is flat and the loops are short. Beginners will not tire too rapidly while exploring this Wapiti "maze" of forests, meadows, and mountain views. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
| West
Fork Snowmobile Trail #243 |
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| Volume Of Use: | Heavy |
| Length: | 6.0 miles to Cougar Park, 3.5 miles to Road 830 |
| Elevation: | Low: 2,640 feet; High: 3,040 feet |
| Maps: | Mount St. Helens Quadrangle |
| TrailHead: | Marble Mountain Sno*Park |
| Scenic Attractions: | This trail provides a snowmobile-only connecting route between the Sno-Parks, providing a snow-covered route around the plowed portion of Forest Road 83. The trail is marked with orange diamonds. Snowmobile bridge now exists to cross Swift Creek. The remainder of the plowed Forest Road 83 is closed to snowmobile use as required by State law. |
| Remarks: | Goat Marsh Research Natural Area, the Mount St. Helens crater, and Spirit Lake basin are closed to snowmobiles. Violations of 36 CFR 261 may result in confiscation of equipment, fines up to $5,000.00, and/or six months in jail. |
View a map showing areas around Mount St. Helens that are open for winter recreation.
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Last Modified: Wednesday, 01 April 2009 at 19:27:28 EDT