Oyster Dome Hike 🌲⛰️

Planning a trip out to Oyster Dome this weekend - one of those hikes that’s totally worth the climb once you get to the top.

The trail winds through beautiful forest most of the way, and then suddenly opens up to incredible views overlooking Samish Bay and the islands.

The weather looks cloudy in the morning but should clear up later in the day, so I figured a later start would make more sense instead of rushing out super early. Hoping we’ll catch some sun and clearer views by the time we reach the top.

We’ll take a steady pace going up, hang out at the viewpoint for a bit, eat snacks/lunch, take photos, and enjoy the scenery before heading back down.

🥾 Hike Details:
Distance: ~6.6 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: ~1,900 ft
Difficulty: Moderate (expect a solid uphill climb)
Hiking time: Around 4–5 hours total with breaks

📍 Meetup:
Ash Way Park & Ride

🕚 Time:
10:55 AM — Meet
11:15 AM — Depart
~12:30 PM — Reach trailhead & start hiking

🚗 Carpool:
$15 per rider to help cover costs

What to bring:

• Water
• Snacks or lunch
• Hiking shoes
• Light layers (it may start chilly)
• Optional: poles

Disclaimer:
Please make sure you’re comfortable with the distance and elevation before signing up. This is a group hike, but everyone is responsible for their own safety, gear, transportation arrangements, and preparedness on the trail. Weather and trail conditions can change, so come prepared and hike at your own discretion.

This should be a fun one with good forest vibes, a rewarding summit and hopefully some nice afternoon sunshine at the top 🌤️