Trip
Day Hike - Oyster Dome–North Butte–Samish Overlook Loop
A loop of the best views and trails on Blanchard Mountain.
Contacts
- Tue, Jul 2, 2019
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 11.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,800 ft
- High Point Elevation: 2,075 ft
- Pace: Moderate
- 8 (7 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at the Pacific Northwest, PNT, trailhead (Oyster Dome, Blanchard Mtn.) on Hwy 11 (Chuckanut Drive) near MP 10 at 8:00 a.m. Parking is very difficult hence the early start.
July 2. Wed. – Oyster Dome, North Butte, Lily & Lizard Lakes, Samish Overlook Loop, (USGS Bow & Bellingham S., however, Square One Maps, Chuckanut Recreations Area is far superior). Est. 10.5 mi., 2,800’ gross elev. gain. Our Wednesday trip avoids the crowds and parking problems of these very popular trail. Pace will be moderate. A treat to share is always welcome. Party limit 8. Meet at the Pacific Northwest, PNT, trailhead (Oyster Dome, Blanchard Mtn.) on Hwy 11 (Chuckanut Drive) near MP 10 at 8:00 a.m. Parking is very difficult hence the early start. Leader Chuck Gustafson, 360-766-4045 (landline). Please no calls after 7:00 p.m.
Oyster Dome
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USGS Bellingham South
USGS Bow
Trails of the Chuckanut Mountains
Chuckanut Mountain Recreation Map - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter
- Boots