Cooper Spur Trail

This trail offers an uphill journey through ancient trees, leading to rocky fields above the timberline, with breathtaking views of Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams, and Mt. Rainier. Colorful perennials lie buried under snow for much of the year, so late summer is an ideal time to explore this trail and enjoy the incredible views and vibrant wildflowers. Just off the trail, there’s a viewpoint overlooking the Eliot Glacier, with a memorial plaque dedicated to Robert Edling, a mountain rescue pilot who tragically lost his life in a crop duster accident near The Dalles. The scenery is spectacular at the trail’s official endpoint, with clear views of The Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson, and Broken Top to the south.