Submitted by narfidy t3_10nsn5b in Washington
Need suggestions for any good day hikes around the St. Helens area for two. A couple miles long with some sights to see would be nice. My Fiance and I want to get outside more this year
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whottheheck t1_j6aukrb wrote
Siouxon Creek is a stunner, one of our all time favorites. South side of St Helens.
RogueComment t1_j6avz9m wrote
Stay on the paths and don’t be afraid to turn back. Pretty much any path from the observatory has great views but some like the ridgeline trail get pretty sketchy.
deadhead420710 t1_j6az2yn wrote
Does it connect to the Clearwater one?
savvy-librarian t1_j6azcjw wrote
I'm not sure. There were several connecting trails that ran up the very steep incline and I do know that at the turn around point it connects to the trail for Coldwater Lake.
oakleystreetchi t1_j6b1r68 wrote
Norway Pass is great
CampingHikingDogMom t1_j6b9as4 wrote
Lakes trail at Coldwater Lake, starts at the boat lunch and goes to the end of the lake (and back). Stunning wildflowers in July!
savvy-librarian t1_j6andd0 wrote
I personally really enjoyed this Spirit Lake hike. Stunning views of the lake with Mt. Saint Helens in the background. In total it is a 9 mile out and back trail but you don't have to commit to the entire thing to enjoy it. There are beautiful views from start to finish as you hike the lake's edge.
https://www.wta.org/go-outside/seasonal-hikes/go-hiking/hikes/lakes-trail-1