Goat Mountain and Deadman's Lake — Saturday, Jun. 24, 2017

South Cascades > Mount St. Helens

Attempted Goat Mountain today but did not make it to the trailhead. FR 26 is drivable for the most part with some minor obstacles (some potholes, branches on road) until mile 6 where the first major wash out will prevent further vehicles to pass. We decided to park and walk the 4 miles to the trail head. There is a side trail on the left that would take you across the washout. The paved trail was easily walkable with gradual incline but in some spots no reprieve from the sun. We reached the second major wash out at about mile 8. Again, there is a side trail on the left to take you across the wash out. We ventured deeper and found a great waterfall to cool off at and decided to call it quits after. Didn't make it to the trail head for the actual hike. If you go, be prepared to walk an extra 4 miles to the trailhead.