Was looking for a hike that looked into Mt. St. Helens. This fit the bill. Took trail from Ryan Lake, scrambled from saddle to Middle Goat. Sounds like the true summit is unsettled. I stopped at Middle because my trusty reference (Google Earth Pro) showed Middle as 20 feet higher than West.
awilsondc - Jun 7, 2015 12:18 am Date Climbed: Jun 6, 2015
East ridge
I did this one as an easyish re-conditioner after a few weeks down with poison oak. I was extremely impressed with the views! Much better than I had expected. After the first 2+ miles of switchbacks, the trail opens up at the ridgeline and the views in all directions are spectacular. I'll be back here with the kids at some point, I'm sure! The down side is I wore a pair of brand new boots and wound up with some painful blisters. Great little hike though, I even enjoyed the brief scramble at the top.
Redwic - Oct 7, 2013 11:01 am Date Climbed: Sep 22, 2013
East Then Middle Then West
With low clouds and some light drizzle, the weather did not cooperate very well. The west peak is interesting because during the approach it has a steep cliff face, but the summit itself is like a brushy mesa. Fun trip.
Dundeel - Jul 12, 2011 2:36 am Date Climbed: Jul 10, 2011
Two More Goats
Visited the two main summits of Goat. Good weather and a great hike with Bob B.. Rainier, Adams, Hood, and St. Helens, all standing out around us. Still 4 feet of snow in the sheltered areas along the ridge. Road 26 is closed between Ryan Lake and Road 99. WA P2k 67/144
ericnoel - Nov 9, 2008 11:21 pm Date Climbed: Nov 9, 2008
Trail and Both Summits
I did this one on a yucky November day. Rainy and terrible visibility but when you can visit a peak or two this time of year you have to view it as a success no matter the weather.
Bob Bolton - May 22, 2007 11:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 17, 2006
The trail
Enjoyed this great hike with Dean. Unfortunately the clouds really never cleared up, but at least we stayed dry. Would have enjoyed better views of the north side of St. Helens.
toddcaffey - Aug 16, 2006 10:13 pm Date Climbed: Aug 15, 2006
My 2nd Mountain
My 2nd mountain climb, 1st by myself. Had a blast. Great view of Helens, Rainer, Adams and Hood. Saw elk too!
Dean - Jun 19, 2006 9:55 pm Date Climbed: Jun 17, 2006
The trail
Sp'er Bob Bolton and I were hoping for clearing skies so we could see the view into St. Helens crater but alas it was not to be. Still, a great hike. We came in via Road 26 from Randle since the other access roads are still blocked by snow.
cascadescrambler - Sep 4, 2019 3:25 pm Date Climbed: Sep 16, 2017
Middle summit highest?Was looking for a hike that looked into Mt. St. Helens. This fit the bill. Took trail from Ryan Lake, scrambled from saddle to Middle Goat. Sounds like the true summit is unsettled. I stopped at Middle because my trusty reference (Google Earth Pro) showed Middle as 20 feet higher than West.
awilsondc - Jun 7, 2015 12:18 am Date Climbed: Jun 6, 2015
East ridgeI did this one as an easyish re-conditioner after a few weeks down with poison oak. I was extremely impressed with the views! Much better than I had expected. After the first 2+ miles of switchbacks, the trail opens up at the ridgeline and the views in all directions are spectacular. I'll be back here with the kids at some point, I'm sure! The down side is I wore a pair of brand new boots and wound up with some painful blisters. Great little hike though, I even enjoyed the brief scramble at the top.
Redwic - Oct 7, 2013 11:01 am Date Climbed: Sep 22, 2013
East Then Middle Then WestWith low clouds and some light drizzle, the weather did not cooperate very well. The west peak is interesting because during the approach it has a steep cliff face, but the summit itself is like a brushy mesa. Fun trip.
Dundeel - Jul 12, 2011 2:36 am Date Climbed: Jul 10, 2011
Two More GoatsVisited the two main summits of Goat. Good weather and a great hike with Bob B.. Rainier, Adams, Hood, and St. Helens, all standing out around us. Still 4 feet of snow in the sheltered areas along the ridge. Road 26 is closed between Ryan Lake and Road 99. WA P2k 67/144
ericnoel - Nov 9, 2008 11:21 pm Date Climbed: Nov 9, 2008
Trail and Both SummitsI did this one on a yucky November day. Rainy and terrible visibility but when you can visit a peak or two this time of year you have to view it as a success no matter the weather.
Bob Bolton - May 22, 2007 11:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 17, 2006
The trailEnjoyed this great hike with Dean. Unfortunately the clouds really never cleared up, but at least we stayed dry. Would have enjoyed better views of the north side of St. Helens.
toddcaffey - Aug 16, 2006 10:13 pm Date Climbed: Aug 15, 2006
My 2nd MountainMy 2nd mountain climb, 1st by myself. Had a blast. Great view of Helens, Rainer, Adams and Hood. Saw elk too!
Dean - Jun 19, 2006 9:55 pm Date Climbed: Jun 17, 2006
The trailSp'er Bob Bolton and I were hoping for clearing skies so we could see the view into St. Helens crater but alas it was not to be. Still, a great hike. We came in via Road 26 from Randle since the other access roads are still blocked by snow.
mutant1 - Oct 21, 2004 2:17 pm
Route Climbed: East Ridge Date Climbed: October 14, 2004Easy peak with a great view of Mt. St. Helens.