Samish Overlook – Oyster Dome Overlook loop from Alger Park & Ride

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Samish Overlook – Oyster Dome Overlook loop from Alger Park & Ride

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14,960

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Samish Overlook – Oyster Dome Overlook loop from Alger Park & Ride

03:04

20.6km

750m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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10.2 km

Samish Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Samish Overlook, located in the popular Blanchard State Forest, provides access to the Pacific Northwest Trail, Larry Reed Trail and many others. At an elevation of 1,300 feet, the …

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10.5 km

Samish Overlook – Blanchard Trail System

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The Pacific Northwest Trail takes you up from Samish to deep into the Blanchard State Forest. In true PNW fashion, the loamy trail is well shaded by deep forests and is a connector to many other trails in the park.

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11.3 km

Samish Bay Connector Trail

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Samish Bay Connector is the main trail up to Oyster Dome. This trail also goes by Samish Overlook, another panoramic vista.

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13.6 km

Oyster Dome Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Oyster Dome is a rock promontory in the forest lands of Blanchard Mountain. From the overlook you get expansive views of the San Juan Islands, Vancouver Island and the Olympic Mountains.

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14.7 km

Blanchard State Forest

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Blanchard State Forest encompasses 4,500 acres and is home to multiple lakes, ponds, streams, mountains, overlooks, and running trails. Some paths are flatter and wider, while others are tight singletrack …

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