Recreation Region: Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument & Surrounding Area
Trail #242 Fossil
This 7-mile trail starts in the Kalama Horse Camp before swinging northward and crossing Forest Road 81. After climbing steadily along an old roadbed, the trail enters a magnificent stand of old growth. The trail passes through a 0.25-mile stretch of young trees before reÂentering the older forest.
Traversing the western face of Goat Mountain, you enter an ancient stand of old-growth noble fir, ending at a saddle on the north shoulder of the peak. The trail drops downslope and connects with an abandoned road leading to Forest Road 8123.
Current Conditions
03/19/2024: The #242 Fossil Trail is open.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
242
General Information
No fee or pass required. See Mount St. Helens Map for fee and payment areas.
Horses are prohibited on:
- Toutle Trail #238 north of the Sheep Canyon Trail #240 intersection
- Sheep Canyon Trail #240 east of the Toutle Trail #238
- Butte Camp Trail #238A
Getting There
Directions
The trail starts at Kalama Horse Camp (Forest Road 81).
Additional Information
Operated By
Forest Service
