Peak · Mount St. Helens
Smith Creek Butte
10.1 mi round trip2,560 ft gainHardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance10.1 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,560 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit3,783 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Smith Creek Butte is a peak reached by a 10.1-mile round trip from Smith Creek Trailhead (Lower). The route follows Smith Creek Trailhead Road, then Smith Creek Butte Trail to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Smith Creek Trailhead (Lower). Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.