Oyster Dome — Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Started this hike early on Friday morning with three other pals - hit the trailhead at about 9:00AM, reaching the summit at 10:45AM. Checked out the bat caves on the way up, but it being so cold didn't see any bats. The view from the top was awesome with partly cloudy/clear weather. There is a little bit of snow on the final mile or so up the trail, but nothing to challenging. The spots that snow melted on the trail did make some muddy areas, but nothing out of the ordinary. The top made an awesome spot for lunch, and I brought my 'pocket rocket' stove so I could make some tea and enjoy the view. I think this is a great hike over all, especially since it is still pretty cold out and you cannot expect to summit much without crampons or snow shoes. The view out over the San Juans is great.