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Ape Cave Interpretive Site/Lower entrance

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Ape Cave Interpretive Site/Lower entrance

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Ape Cave Interpretive Site/Lower entrance

Name: Ape Cave Interpretive Site/Lower entrance
Rating: 2

Recommended by 4 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument

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Location: Skamania County, Washington, United States

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1. Ape Cave Trail – Mount Saint Helens National Monument

6.11km

01:43

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ape Cave entrances (overland route) — Gifford Pinchot National Forest

7.44km

02:13

240m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Caro "Bandit"

January 16, 2023

The Ape Cave is the third longest lava tube in North America. This is the main entrance for the impressive Ape Cave. The cave consists of a massive lava tube that you can explore on your own. Before you do, though, you have to book an inexpensive ticket for a certain time slot from May through October on recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086990 – that is to save the cave from the masses and ensure that you can experience this unique formation without being rushed. Bring at least two sources of light (in case one fails), it is pitch black in the 2.5 mile tunnel. Also bring some warm layers as it is just 42 degrees cool even in summer.

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Elevation 630 m

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Location: Skamania County, Washington, United States

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Ape Cave Interpretive Site/Lower entrance

1. Ape Cave Trail – Mount Saint Helens National Monument

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