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CHS 2 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 2 Hike - Oyster Dome–North Butte–Samish Overlook Loop

A loop hike to the view point at Oyster Dome and then on to the North Butte viewpoint and then Lily and Lizard lakes. CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-2.5 mph)

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Ann Taft
Ann Taft
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.7 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,320 ft
  • Pace: 2.0-2.5 mph

This hike will be led at a moderate CHS 2 pace of 2.0-2.5 mph.  We will do a clockwise loop hike starting at the Samish Overlook viewpoint, then proceeding to the popular Oyster Dome view point.  Then will head over to the North Butte viewpoint where we will take a snack/lunch break of about 15 minutes.  Then will head past Lily and Lizard lakes on our way back to the Samish overlook.

The trailhead is at the Samish Overlook parking area.  There is limited parking at this viewpoint so carpooling is encouraged.  We will plan to have boots on, ready to hike at 9am.

Details of the carpool meet up option will be provided in the Hello Hiker email before the hike.

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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