Is Lava Canyon trail open?

Area Status: Open Three sections of the trail, one section which is accessible, provide opportunities for all. Due to closure of the Lava Canyon Suspension Bridge, the 1.4 mile upper loop is not possible. The first small bridge remains open for crossing the river.

Is the Lava Canyon suspension bridge open?

The Lava Canyon Bridge remains closed until further notice, but the first steel bridge is open so both sides of the river can be accessed. $5/vehicle/day or valid Recreation Pass. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment sites.

Why is the Lava Canyon Suspension Bridge closed?

Bridge is closed due to damage, but still a fun trail. Suspension bridge is still closed.

How long is Lava Canyon trail?

5.4 mile
Lava Canyon Trail is a 5.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Toutle Lake, Washington that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from May until November.

Is climbers bivouac open?

Area Status: Open Most climbers complete the round trip in 7 to 12 hours. The climbing route used in the summer months begins at Climber’s Bivouac south of the volcano. At 3,700 feet elevation, Climber’s Bivouac has the highest vehicle access on Mount St. Helens.

Is Spirit Lake still there?

A stable outlet channel flowed from the lake to the North Fork Toutle River across a natural dam composed of volcanic material. The level of Spirit Lake remained basically stable, at an altitude of about 3,198 ft (970 m).

How was Lava Canyon formed?

Formation. Lava Canyon Falls was discovered after the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, from which a lahar and flood scoured out a canyon that had been filled with dirt and mud for 1,800 years. Lava Canyon Falls is the largest, 200 foot sheer drop.

Can you swim in Spirit Lake?

No fishing or swimming is allowed at Spirit Lake.

Where is Ape Canyon located?

Washington
Helens, Washington, U.S. Ape Canyon is a gorge along the edge of the Plains of Abraham, on the southeast shoulder of Mount St. Helens in the state of Washington. The gorge narrows to as close as eight feet (2.5 m) at one point.