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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)

Contacts

Jess Tai
Jess Tai
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 9.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
  • Pace: 2-3 MPH
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
  • Thu, May 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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HIKE

We will meet at the Upper Blanchard Parking Lot, heading up the trail toward Lily and Lizard Lakes. We will take a short break at the lakes and continue on to Oyster Dome, where we’ll take a longer rest. From Oyster Dome, we’ll retrace our steps back to Lily Lake and then follow a different route down to the parking lot.

WHAT TO EXPECT

On a clear day, Oyster Dome views are worth the effort. You'll get a big panoramic view of the San Juan Islands. It is a fantastic hike!

MEETING PLACE AND TIME

We will meet on the Upper Blanchard parking lot at 8:30! Bathrooms are at the TH. More information about carpool will be sent in the Hello Hiker email closer to the hike.

Coordinates for Upper Blanchard parking lot: 48.616873, -122.385923

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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