Mount St. Helens - Worm Flows Route — Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015

South Cascades > Mount St. Helens

Snow. Where was it? If it rains again you can rule out a decent glissade or ski down. Skins in most parts weren't optimal. Most folks opted for microspikes and trekking poles vs crampons and ice axes, despite icy areas where more traction could have been good. It was sunny and beautiful with high visibility. My group and I stayed a night, Saturday night, and we're blessed with clear skies and a slight, but warm breeze - it was better weather, but less snow than my June hike two years ago. We found some snow goggles and gloves on the drive out Sunday night. If they're yours, we'll figure out a way to get in touch.