MT. ST. HELEN'S EXPLORATION HIKE

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PART 1 Park at the Hummocks Trailhead #229 Hike type: Loop Distance: 2.7 miles Elevation gain: 100 feet High point: 2,540 feet Difficulty: Easy/moderate Permit: NW Forest Pass Required Restrooms at Trailhead No Dogs allowed-Bark Rangers need to stay behind https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Hummocks_Loop_Hike PART 2 We will hike another mile or so up to the Coldwater Science and Learning Center . There is no fee to enter the science center. We will take a 30 minute break for food, restrooms and education. You can end your day here, or, prepare for our 2nd hike. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/giffordpinchot/recreation/science-and-learning-center-coldwater PART 3 We will take the Lakes Trail #211 along the North side of Coldwater Lake approx. 5 miles out and back. This lake was formed when the Debris Avalanche from the eruption blocked the mouth of Coldwater Creek Canyon. This entire day will be approximately 10 miles with breaks.