Near Little Summit Trail
Mount Constitution has many moods
Near Little Summit Trail
This craggy viewpoint makes a great spot to stop and catch your breath along the Little Summit Trail.
Near Little Summit Trail
The view towards Bellingham on the mainland and Mt. Baker on a clear day.
Near Little Summit Trail
Down the Middle
Near Little Summit Trail
Moran Observation Tower

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Little Summit Trail

4.4 (5 Ratings)
A cliffside trail with great views of the mainland, Mt. Baker, Mt. Pickett and San Juan Islands.
2.2
mi
Distance
183
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingLakeViews
Access Issues
A Discover Pass is required at the trailhead, and the park is equipped with an automated pay station.This trail is also open to mountain bikes from Sept. 15 to May 15. During those dates, be alert for riders descending at speed.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.19mi
Distance
183ft
Elevation Gain
596ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
2,401ft
High Point
1,915ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Start to the southeast of the Mt. Constitution tower on a trail beside the cliff side. Start dropping immediately on a rocky somewhat exposed trail. You'll soon approach a couple great view points. A short time later you'll move out of the scrub bush and into a forest setting as the trail continues to drop and roll. Skirt Summit Lake on your right, though you'll have to look closely to see it as it's a bit off the trail (watch for the short connector trail to your right). At the next intersection (with Cold Springs Trail) continue straight. At the next intersection you'll see continue straight as you climb to the peak of Little Summit and the parking lot.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Tad Davis