Near Mt. Finlayson Viewpoint Loop
San Juan Islands and lighthouse in the distance on the southeastern point of San Juan Island.

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Mt. Finlayson Viewpoint Loop

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A short hike through the grass to an overlook of the Strait of Juan de Fuca dotted with forested islands.
0.2
mi
Distance
2
ft
Gain
easy
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Flatter
Steeper
0.2mi
Distance
2ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
279ft
High Point
266ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Mt. Finlayson Viewpoint Loop is a short detour that leaves and returns to Mt. Finlayson Trail at the 1.4 and 1.5 mile marks, respectively. This loop heads south through the tall grass on a bluff overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca for a closer look at the strait and a lighthouse on the point to the southeast.

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