We hiked the part from Johnston Ridge to the top of Harry's Ridge - A fantastic hike!!
We had sunny skies and temps around 70. Trail is mostly dry and dusty from Johnston Ridge with only a few patches of snow, becoming increasingly snowcovered as you approach the traverse below Harry's Ridge. Harry's Ridge itself is almost entirely snowcovered, but hikeable. I used poles on the way back which made it much easier.
The views from this hike are absolutely amazing!!! You can look directly into the crater on most of the hike, and by the time you reach the top of Harry's Ridge you are awarded with 360 degree views and can see both St. Helens and Adams and Hood further south (on a clear day). Wildflowers are not out yet.
Make sure you bring lots of water...there is no shade and the sun and reflection from the snow can give you a bad sunburn (I found out the hard way!).
Please see my website for more pictures: http://www.elsnab.dk/thomas/13MAY2006_1.htm
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