Near Swift Ski Trail #244
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Swift Ski Trail #244

3.5 (2 Ratings)
This is the main winter trail used to access the Worm Flows Climbing Route.
2.3
mi
Distance
1,009
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Family FriendlyWinter Only

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.28mi
Distance
1,009ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
3,680ft
High Point
2,671ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is the primary route used to access the winter route up Mt. St. Helens: Worm Flows. Starting at the Marble Mountain Sno-Park parking lot, follow the trail north through dense forest to pass several junctions with other ski trails. Along the way, be sure to stay off the cross-country ski tracks as you make your way up moderate grades to reach the trail's end at a junction with the Loowit Trail. From here, follow the signs for the Worm Flows Climbing Route, if that's your objective (permits required), but otherwise utilize any of the host of winter trails in this area to bring you back south to your car. Note that if you're trying to reach nearby June Lake the navigating can be tricky, so be sure to bring the Mobile App to keep you on course.

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