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August Hikes: 4 miles to 7 miles, 600 to 2,000 feet gain

Field trip: GoHike: Beginner Hiking Course

August Hikes: 4 miles to 7 miles, 600 to 2,000 feet gain - Oyster Dome–Samish Overlook Loop

A moderate day hike just south of Bellingham in the Chuckanut Mountains. From Samish Bay Overlook the trail heads up Blanchard Mountain to reach Oyster Dome, a very popular viewpoint. This hike counts toward your monthly required GoHike course August trips.

Contacts

Liz McNett Crowl
Liz McNett Crowl
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,050 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2.0 mph
  • 4 (10 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Fri, Jul 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
  • Mon, Aug 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Starting at the Samish Bay Overlook traihead  reduces the elevation gain to just over 1,000'.  This is one of the classic Chuckanut trails. On a clear day we will have spectacular regional views.

Meet at Alger Park & Ride at 8:00 am. 

We will carpool and caravan west to the trailhead from here. Each vehicle will need a Discover Pass.

Route/Place

Oyster Dome


  • USGS Bellingham South
    USGS Bow
    Trails of the Chuckanut Mountains
    Chuckanut Mountain Recreation Map
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Your leader will send out a Hello Hiker email prior to the hike with details on the hike, as well as recommended and required equipment.

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