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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Lily & Lizard Lakes

A moderate day hike to two unique lakes in the Blanchard Forest just south of Bellingham in the Chuckanut Mountains. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

Contacts

Phoebe Smith
Phoebe Smith
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,530 ft
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • 1 (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Fri, May 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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We’ll take the Lily Lake Trail to Lizard and loop back around via the Lizard-Lily Connector and Max’s Shortcut.

Meet at the Ash Way Park and Ride in Lynnwood at 7:00 to head to the Blanchard Mountain upper trailhead. A Discover Pass is required.

Route/Place

Lily & Lizard Lakes


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

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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