Johnston Ridge Overlook of Mount Saint Helens

@jakoblr

Washington

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Cougar

Nothing better than a backdrop with some wildflowers mixed in! What was at one point a deadly volcano, Mount Saint Helens is now a popular destination that can be photographed from countless perspectives.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy

Accessbility

Public Location

Hours

Mar 1-May 31, daily 9am to 4pm June 1- Sept. 15, daily 9am to 5pm Closed in winter

Fee

Free

Pack

Telephoto lens (80mm)
Hiking clothes and shoes
Snacks
Water

How to get there

N46° 16' 36.5016"W122° 12' 53.7012"

This photo of Mount Saint Helens was taken from an overlook on Johnston Ridge. The best way to get there is to drive to Johnston Ridge Observatory, park, navigate yourself to the coordinates, and face south towards the mountain. To get to the Johnston Ridge Observatory, take the Spirit Lake Highway (Highway 504). Note that the highway is closed during the winter months. Once you have arrived at the observatory, you then need to follow the path outside the parking lot.