Padilla Bay
3 days ago
Abundant waterfowl and shorebirds
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Lily and Lizard Lake Loop
Puget Sound and Islands
updated 2 weeks ago
The Lily and Lizard Lake Loop is in generally good condition, with some areas showing minor overgrowth and needing brushing as of October 24. The trail features numerous rocks and roots, making sturdy footwear and trekking poles advisable. Fall color is still present, though much of it has fallen onto the trails or is expected to soon. Snow is not an issue on the trail. The road to the upper parking lot is suitable for all vehicles, and parking is available, though it can fill up with early arrivals.
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As of October 24, the trail is overgrown in some places and could use some brushing. Hikers should also be prepared for numerous rocks and roots throughout the path.
The road to the upper parking lot is suitable for all vehicles as of October 24. The upper parking lot can fill up, with some cars present by 8:15 AM on a Saturday. A Discover Pass is required for parking.
Bugs were not a significant issue as of October 24, with no bugs reported. Earlier reports from September 6 also noted bugs were not too bad, with only a couple of mosquitoes near marsh sections.
The lakes were described as beautiful and quiet on September 6. Dispersed campers were noted at Lizard Lake on that date. There are relatively new privies and firewood available at both Lily and Lizard Lake campgrounds as of October 24.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent2 weeks ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
I arrived at the Upper Parking Lot on Blanchard Mountain around 8:15 and there were two other cars in the lot. The privies are in good shape and a Discover Pass is needed to park. The road to the park...
Older2 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Trail was mostly empty mid week, but it does look to be crowded with bikes and horses oftenThe remains of old lumber harvesting (tracks, gears, cables) were evident near Lizard lake.There is locked ou...
Older2 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
My brother-in-law and I arrived a little before 9 am to maybe five or six other cars in the lot. I think most of those cars were hiking through to Oyster Dome or Samish Overlook, since we only saw fou...
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
We decided to take the PNW Trail off Chuckanut Drive to Oyster Dome which adds a steep climb to Samish parking lot, the official trailhead for Oyster Dome. You can drive to the parking lot to make it ...
Older5 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Great trail-always love this one. Very moody day in the forest.
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Did a lovely overnight trip to lizard lake. I wasn't sure how many people to expect but there were only two other parties and several vacant campsites. The lake is tranquil, and nice for wildlife watc...
Older5 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Parking near the trailhead that is along Chuckanut Drive can be tricky. The road is windy and people sometimes drive fast.Did Samish Overlook, Lily at Lizard Lakes, and Oyster Dome.11 miles.Trails wer...
Older5 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
Hiked the loop per the Urban Trails Bellingham guidebook with the spur to North Butte.Road: Any car can make it, watch for potholes.Trailhead: Tons of parking, privyTrail: Excellent condition the enti...
Older6 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
We parked at the Upper Trailhead and headed to the Lily-Lizard trail around 9 am.There were 3 other cars in the lot.We had the trail mostly to ourselves on the way to Lizard Lake and to Oyster Dome.Qu...
Older7 months ago
Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area
We parked at the Upper Trailhead and headed to the Lily-Lizard trail around 9 am.There were 3 other cars in the lot.We had the trail mostly to ourselves on the way to Lizard Lake and to Oyster Dome.Qu...