Artist Point Snowshoe, Huntoon Point Snowshoe — Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025

On Sunday the road to the mount baker ski resort was OK , mostly snow free with a bit snow slushes. It was plowed before. Apparently everyone decided it was a nice day to do some snow sports here, as the cars were lined back around picture lake. We had to park at roadside about 0.8 mile from the trailhead. Snow condition was good , powdery but not too deep, but gaiters are strongly recommended still. Most snowshoes will be fine, poles will be helpful for balance. It was mostly cloudy on our way up with few sun breaks. As we reach the viewpoint at artist point AKA the summer parking lot, the sky all cleared , and we kept going for huntoon point . You can have a close view of mount baker, mount shuksan, table mountain, etc. the wind suddenly blows strongly after 3:30 on our way down. The visibility dropped dramatically. It’s always better to bring windproof clothes and gloves. The windchill was no joking.