Ape Canyon Trail

Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Washington, United States

4.2 miles (6.7 km) · 1,794 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Ape Canyon Trail is a 4.2 mile point-to-point route located in Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, Washington, United States. The route climbs 1,794 feet and descends 482 feet. The largest climb extends 2.7 miles, gaining 873 feet. The course averages 429 feet of vertical gain per mile. 39% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as mountainous. Difficulty is rated 24.9 out of 10, placing it in the 91.21th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring Washington.