Difference between revisions of "Mount Mitchell Hike"
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Nestled between the Siouxon Creek valley and Swift Reservoir is this lesser travelled gem in Southwest Washington. Mount Mitchell is well known for its extradinary view of the southern flank of Mount St. Helens, but on a clear day it boasts views of Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, Mt Hood, Silver Star Mountain and the Goat Rocks as well. | Nestled between the Siouxon Creek valley and Swift Reservoir is this lesser travelled gem in Southwest Washington. Mount Mitchell is well known for its extradinary view of the southern flank of Mount St. Helens, but on a clear day it boasts views of Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, Mt Hood, Silver Star Mountain and the Goat Rocks as well. | ||
| − | [[Image:MitchellPointTrailTwo.jpg|thumb|Mount St. Helens and Rainier from the Mount Mitchell summit | + | [[Image:MitchellPointTrailTwo.jpg|thumb|Mount St. Helens and Rainier from the Mount Mitchell summit]] |
The trailhead for Mount Mitchell is a mere hour and a half from Portland, and the trail to the top is only moderate in difficulty. What's more the summit, is an exposed, rocky butte with a magnificent 360 degree view, a view hidden by forest until the last quarter mile of you trek. | The trailhead for Mount Mitchell is a mere hour and a half from Portland, and the trail to the top is only moderate in difficulty. What's more the summit, is an exposed, rocky butte with a magnificent 360 degree view, a view hidden by forest until the last quarter mile of you trek. | ||
| − | [[Image:MitchellSummitView.jpg|thumb|Mount St. Helens and Rainier from the Mount Mitchell summit | + | [[Image:MitchellSummitView.jpg|thumb|Mount St. Helens and Rainier from the Mount Mitchell summit]] |
You are required to traverse some three miles of forest roads to get to the trailhead, but they are generally in good condition for a passenger car in the warmer months. | You are required to traverse some three miles of forest roads to get to the trailhead, but they are generally in good condition for a passenger car in the warmer months. | ||
Revision as of 23:04, 24 November 2006
Contents |
Info
- Trailhead: Mount Mitchell Trailhead
- End point Mount Mitchell
- Other destinations along the way: none
- Distance: 5.0 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: 2025 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Seasons: April through October
- Family Friendly: Older Children (8 and up)
- Backpackable: No
- Crowded: No
Trip Reports
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Description
Nestled between the Siouxon Creek valley and Swift Reservoir is this lesser travelled gem in Southwest Washington. Mount Mitchell is well known for its extradinary view of the southern flank of Mount St. Helens, but on a clear day it boasts views of Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, Mt Hood, Silver Star Mountain and the Goat Rocks as well.
The trailhead for Mount Mitchell is a mere hour and a half from Portland, and the trail to the top is only moderate in difficulty. What's more the summit, is an exposed, rocky butte with a magnificent 360 degree view, a view hidden by forest until the last quarter mile of you trek.
You are required to traverse some three miles of forest roads to get to the trailhead, but they are generally in good condition for a passenger car in the warmer months.
Maps
See Topozone map
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Fees, Regulations, etc.
No fees or passes required at this trailhead