Oyster Dome Trail
| Hike Name | Oyster Dome Trail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Distance | Varies One-way |
| Elevation Gain | Varies, up to 1,900 feet. |
| Destination | Oyster Dome |
Directions
There are a couple different ways to get to the Oyster Dome from either side of Blanchard Mountain.
From I-5, take Hwy 11 north for 10.2 miles. Trailhead is on East side of the road just after mile post 10.
Alternatively, From I-5, take exit 240 and head West to Barrel Springs Road. Take the tight left turn and follow for about 0.7 miles to a gravel road on your right. Follow to the end to parking at Samish Overlook.
Notes
The view from the Oyster Dome is spectacular to say the least. Even on somewhat cloudy days, Chuckanut Bay at your feet and the Olympic Mountains majestically rising in the west with the San Juan Islands in between. Skagit County farmlands are visible to the south just below, Camano Island just beyond and if it were clear enough, you'd be able to see Mt. Rainier. To the west, Vancouver Island is visible and the Canadian Cascade Mountains to the north.