Near Chuckanut Trail
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Near Chuckanut Trail
Chuckanut Trail
Near Chuckanut Trail
New signs at the old junction.

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Chuckanut Trail

4.0 (3 Ratings)
Steep, thickly-wooded singletrack, ending in beautiful views.
2.1
mi
Distance
1,202
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.1mi
Distance
1,202ft
Elevation Gain
64ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
1,268ft
High Point
129ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Park in the pullouts along Highway 11 at milepost 10. The trail begins across the street, ascending steeply upward. After several switchbacks it arrives at a well-signed intersection, with options to ascend to either Samish Overlook or Oyster Dome, both of which afford beautiful views. Stay right to continue to Samish Overlook and the end of the Chuckanut Trail.

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Hike Route

Oyster Dome

Views
moderate
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+1,934 ft
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Hike Route

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Birding
strenuous
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+2,203 ft
Oyster Dome Loop

Classic Hike Route

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+2,187 ft
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moderate
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+1,903 ft
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Birding
strenuous
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+674 ft
South Lost Lake Trail

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Lake
strenuous
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+2,062 ft
Contributors
Anthony Cannistra