One car in front of us sustained a smashed rear window. Rocky in places but overall a moderate trail. It's a bit of a rough road to get there, but the views from the beginning and end of the hike are well worth it. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Gaining approximately 2,000 feet in 3 miles, the trail is steep, rocky, and full of roots. To get to Oyster Dome, take the PNW trailhead then merge onto the Samish trail then on to Oyster Dome Trail.
I brought my go to hiking buddy, my Australian shepherd named Kyber with me and we were lucky enough to have the entire Oyster Dome Lookout to ourselves for about 15 minutes when we first arrived. 1.9 miles from the Samish Overlook, you will come to a junction with the trail to Lily and Lizard Lakes. This is truly a must do if you’re rollin through the Chuckanuts. Views at the top are outrageous with the glorious San Juan Islands and Olympic Mountains crowning them from behind, but you'll pay a steep switchback ransom for it. A word of caution: be careful near the edge of the promontory, as the dropoff is unforgiving; keep children and pets away from the edge. A slight chance of rain. Oyster fishing and logging were the dominant industries in the Chuckanut area from the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries. Fabulous workout. Learn more about how WTA is supporting iconic trails like this one. Hiked today, not crowded. The elevation gain briefly becomes gentler as you cross several small creeks. Maxwell Krem. We have nicknamed oyster dome the dog poop hike. Current conditions at Burlington/Mount Vernon, Skagit Regional Airport (KBVS) Lat: 48.47083°NLon: 122.42083°WElev: 144ft.
If you choose to start here, park carefully.
Lots of people with dogs and lots of dogshit. The trail climbs steeply, crosses a creek, and heads left. Park at the Samish Overlook instead of the road to skip some of the crowds and switchbacking. Enjoy! The view was stunning! The earlier you arrive the safer parking spot you can snag on Chuckanut as well! Busy trail. About 1.7 miles in you hit the Samish Lookout junction to your right. It was very intense if you start from “trailhead” so if your not experienced start at Samish lookout!!!!!!! So depending on how much time you spend at the summit and enjoying the view, you can carve out about 3-4 hours for the entire hike. I felt bad when some of the other hikers arrived and they said it was their first time because the usual view really is breathtaking. great hike! The tree coverage really keeps the rain out. Drive 0.1 mile, turn left onto 30th St and drive 1 mile (30th St becomes 32nd St). So if you want to enjoy a beautiful trail and actually catch some solitude, highly recommend starting your hike before 08:00.
Much of the forest on Blanchard is second-growth; logging artifacts can be seen on the trail, and giant stumps inspire imagination about the towering cathedral forests that blanketed the mountain prior to logging.Access to Oyster Dome is best from the Samish Overlook parking area on Blanchard Mountain. the views at the top are great!!! Recommend arriving early to get parking and to be done before it gets too busy. Very steep, but worth it.
Turn right on the dirt road and travel another 1.7 miles to a sign for “Samish Overlook”. Great trail. Some views on top are obstructed by trees. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Farewell Oyster, hope my first and only review on here does you right!!!!!
Panoramic views atop the dome span from Skagit County flats to Canada’s Vancouver Island and the Olympic Mountains. Saw a couple small, black baby snakes they could have been dead , which helped me get over my snake phobia a bit! Mostly clear, with a low around 54. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Path is fine, just watch for tree roots and rocks jutting out. The last section of trail is steep before going to the Oyster Dome turnoff and can become treacherous when wet. Overall, 10/10 for my last hike before the move. The forest lands of Blanchard Mountain became state trust lands in the 1920s and 1930s, giving the forest a needed respite. Not a lot of mask wearing. Take the first left onto Barrel Springs Road and travel 0.6 mile, to where there is a sign reading “Blanchard Forest Block”.