From Seattle: Mt Saint Helen Tour Mt Saint Helen Tour
ID: GYG493924-874262
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Experience the history and stories of Mt St Helens eruption in 1980.With an look at the volcano and its geology, you will learn interesting facts about the past and present in a scenic natural wonder.
The image of Mount Saint Helen's will always be associated with the United States and the rest of the world. Life changed in an instant during the events leading up to the 1980 eruption, and the mountaintop's geography was permanently changed. Today, you may explore this distinct volcano and all the flora and wildlife that contribute to the remarkable reforestation initiative.
The Johnston Ridge Observatory is open seasonally and is located on Johnston Ridge in the center of the 1980 blast zone approximately 8 km (5 mi) north of the Mount St. Helens summit. The Ridge was named in honor of David Johnston, the USGS volcanologist who was on duty at the USGS Coldwater II observation point during the May 18, 1980 eruption. He was one of 57 people who lost their lives in the eruption. The Observatory building houses seismic, deformation, and other monitoring equipment that relays data to the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory for analysis.
Highlights
- See Mt. St. Helens on a guided tour
- Learn about local and natural history
- Take up geological sightseeing
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
