West Crater
Mountain in Washington · 4,134 ft
The hike up West Crater
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is West Crater?
West Crater is 4,134 ft above sea level and lies in Washington. Its prominence is 253 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up West Crater?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.0 mi one way with 686 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 52 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for West Crater?
The nearest starting point is the trailhead northeast of the peak — 2.0 mi on foot · ↑ 686 ft · about 1 h 52 min round trip. Alternative: Government Mineral Springs Guard Station (east of the peak) (about 7.9 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log West Crater in Conquer?
Yes — West Crater is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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