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Day Hike - Chuckanut Mountain

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Day Hike - Chuckanut Mountain

Hike to Fragrance Lake, up over Chuckanut Mountain, and to Lost Lake and a nice waterfall

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Chris Pribbernow
Chris Pribbernow
Primary Leader
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 12.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 1,900 ft
  • Pace: At least 2 mph

We will hike up to Fragrance Lake and then up Chuckanut Mountain to Cyrus Gates viewpoint for a view of the Salish Sea, San Juans, the mountains in B.C. and even the Vancouver skyline on a clear day. We will hike down under some massive cliffs and boulders to Lost Lake, where we will visit a nice waterfall at the outlet. 

Expect a 2-2.5 mph pace uphill, 2.5-3 mph flat, 3+ mph downhill

7:30am, south end of Ash Way Park & Ride. Discover Pass required if you plan to drive or think you may end up driving to the trailhead.

Route/Place

Chuckanut Ridge & Mountain


  • USGS Bellingham South
    USGS Bow
    Trails of the Chuckanut Mountains
    Chuckanut Mountain Recreation Map
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Standard hiking gear, Rain jacket/shell

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