Johnston Ridge Boundary Trail to Harry's Ridge

Trek along a ridgetop thick with wildflowers and views of Mt. St. Helens on your way up to Harry’s Ridge to survey Spirit Lake and a landscape still recovering from the eruption more than 40 years ago. At the same time, the hike offers a unique overview of a scarred and transformed landscape along well-graded trail that is approachable for most hikers.

From the parking area, begin the path along the paved eruption trail that can be taking from the observatory or the east end of the parking area. The short loop has interpretive signs, views and plenty of company. At the east end of the loop find the Boundary Trail #1 trailhead leading off the pavement and onto a wide gravel grade leading out toward the edge of the ridge.

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