Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 2 Hike - Oyster Dome–Samish Overlook Loop
CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph)
Contacts
- Sat, Apr 18, 2026
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults, All Who Qualify
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,680 ft
- Pace: 2.5
- 8 (8 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Wed, Mar 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM
- Fri, Apr 17, 2026 at 11:30 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- iCal Google
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.
Post Hike Social at Terramar Brewery in Edison.
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://maps.app.goo.gl/JY4r2vdf3FQMfQci6
Oyster Dome
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USGS Bellingham South
USGS Bow
Trails of the Chuckanut Mountains
Chuckanut Mountain Recreation Map - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Ten Essential Systems
- Navigation (map & compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)