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CHS 2 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 2 Hike - Oyster Dome & North Butte

CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph). From the Samish Overlook we will visit Oyster Dome and North Butte, both with views out to the islands of the Salish Sea.

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Ann Taft
Ann Taft
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,680 ft
  • Pace: 2.0-2.5mph
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • 1 (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Mar 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM
  • Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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We will visit two of the best Chuckanut viewpoints, Oyster Dome and North Butte.  We will also pass Lily and Lizard Lakes along the way.  Weather permitting there are outstanding views out over the islands of the Salish Sea.  

Why is it called Oyster Dome?  There are oyster beds (where they grow oysters) in Samish Bay.  Depending on the tide level, we may be able to see the beds from the Samish Overlook.

Meet at the Samish Overlook parking area at 8am.  Access to this trailhead is via a gravel road.  There is a restroom at this trailhead.  A Discover Pass is required for parking.

Carpooling is highly recommended as this is a relatively small and popular parking area.

Here is a Google Maps link to the Samish Overlook:  https://www.google.com/maps/place/Samish+Overlook/@48.6096428,-122.4289906,674m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x5485752f6a6839fb:0x6bbc62f1f681dd7!8m2!3d48.6096393!4d-122.4264103!16s%2Fg%2F1tm128xf?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3M0gBUAM%3D

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

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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