Little Mountain Loop Trail

• Date/Time: Saturday, September 5th, 10 AM Start time
• Hike Duration: A little under 4 miles (About 2 hours of hiking)
• Location: The starting location will be the entrance parking lot
• Trail Description: The group will meet, then proceed to the trail head. We will stop at the top for an opportunity to take in the views then head back down the trail. These trails are not ADA accessible as there are roots and loose bark along the path. The hike is a little under 4 miles which should take roughly 2 hours or so, please plan on wearing comfortable close toed shoes and check the weather in case of rainfall for clothing. 

Northern State Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, July 3rd, 3 PM Start Time.
• Hike Duration: Little over 4 miles (about two hours of hiking time)
• Location: Northern State Recreation Area main parking lot.
• Trail Description: The trail consists of many routes with very little elevation change and lies on the grounds of the former Northern State Hospital. This trail is consisted of mostly gravel with very few paved surfaces, please bring close-toed shoes or walking appropriate shoes and clothes.

Tommy Thompson Trail

• Date/Time: Saturday, August 1st, hike will begin at 10 AM
• Hike Duration: The hike is 6.6 miles round trip (will take about 2.5 hours or more)
• Location: We will meet at the Port of Anacortes parking lot
• Trail Description: The hike partially resides on a former railroad trestle turned into a boardwalk over water. Please bring close-toed shoes that are comfortable as this hike will be rather long. The path is mostly paved except for the board walk which is primarily wood panels.

Padilla Bay Shore Trail – South

• Date/Time: Friday, September 11th, 4 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: This hike is roughly 4.4 miles round trip, which will roughly take 2 hours. 
• Location: We will meet at the south trailhead parking lot.
• Trail Description: This hike is located at the edge of the Skagit River Delta. The trail is mostly gravel but can vary depending on tide. Please note that there is limited parking and carpooling is suggested. Please bring close-toed shoes as the terrain will vary depending on weather conditions. 

Northern State Trail

• Date/Time: Friday July 10th, 3 PM Start Time.
• Hike Duration: Little over 4 miles (about two hours of hiking time)
• Location: Northern State Recreation Area main parking lot.
• Trail Description: The trail consists of many routes with very little elevation change and lies on the grounds of the former Northern State Hospital. This trail is consisted of mostly gravel with very few paved surfaces, please bring close-toed shoes or walking appropriate shoes and clothes.

Little Mountain Loop Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, August 7th, 3 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: A little under 4 miles (About 2 hours of hiking)
• Location: The starting location will be the entrance parking lot
• Trail Description: The group will meet, then proceed to the trail head. We will stop at the top for an opportunity to take in the views then head back down the trail. These trails are not ADA accessible as there are roots and loose bark along the path. The hike is a little under 4 miles which should take roughly 2 hours or so, please plan on wearing comfortable close toed shoes and check the weather in case of rainfall for clothing. 

Kulshan Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, August 28th, 3 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: A total of 5 miles (About 2 hours of hiking)
• Location: We will meet in the parking lot of the Y Sportscenter at Bakerview park located at 3301 E Fir St.
• Trail Description: Kulshan Trail is located in Mount Vernon, a paved 2.5 mile long hike as a small interurban trail. The hike connects downtown to the Bakerview Park area with views of greenery and travels through various neighborhoods. Please bring comfortable close toed shoes and plan for the weather forecast. 

Little Mountain Loop Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, July 24th, 3 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: A little under 4 miles (About 2 hours of hiking)
• Location: The starting location will be the entrance parking lot
• Trail Description: The group will meet, then proceed to the trail head. We will stop at the top for an opportunity to take in the views then head back down the trail. These trails are not ADA accessible as there are roots and loose bark along the path. The hike is a little under 4 miles which should take roughly 2 hours or so, please plan on wearing comfortable close toed shoes and check the weather in case of rainfall for clothing. 

Padilla Bay Shore Trail – South

• Date/Time: Friday, September 25th, 4 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: This hike is roughly 4.4 miles round trip, which will roughly take 2 hours. 
• Location: We will meet at the south trailhead parking lot.
• Trail Description: This hike is located at the edge of the Skagit River Delta. The trail is mostly gravel but can vary depending on tide. Please note that there is limited parking and carpooling is suggested. Please bring close-toed shoes as the terrain will vary depending on weather conditions. 

Port of Skagit Nature Trails 

• Date/Time: Friday, September 4th, 4 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: This hike is a little over 3 miles, which will roughly take an hour and a half.
• Location: We will meet at the trail parking lot.
• Trail Description: This hike is mostly made up of all gravel trails, located near the Skagit Regional Airport. Please bring close-toed shoes as there will be loose gravel, there are often large puddles on this trail after rainfall.

Whistle Lake Trail 

• Date/Time: Friday, July 31st or Friday, August 21st. Both will have a 4 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: This hike is just under 4 miles, which will take a little under 2 hours.
• Location: We will meet at the trail head parking lot.
• Trail Description: Whistle Lake Trail is located in Anacortes, consisting of a large loop trail surrounding the lake, known for its popular cliff jumping locations. The path is not paved, primarily mixed with roots and soil we will ask that you bring a pair of close toed shoes.

Kulshan Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, July 17th, 3 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: A total of 5 miles (About 2 hours of hiking)
• Location: We will meet in the parking lot of the Y Sportscenter at Bakerview park located at 3301 E Fir St.
• Trail Description: Kulshan Trail is located in Mount Vernon, a paved 2.5 mile long hike as a small interurban trail. The hike connects downtown to the Bakerview Park area with views of greenery and travels through various neighborhoods. Please bring comfortable close toed shoes and plan for the weather forecast. 

Northern State Trail

• Date/Time: Friday, August 14th, 1 PM Start Time.
• Hike Duration: Little over 4 miles (about two hours of hiking time)
• Location: Northern State Recreation Area main parking lot.
• Trail Description: The trail consists of many routes with very little elevation change and lies on the grounds of the former Northern State Hospital. This trail is consisted of mostly gravel with very few paved surfaces, please bring close-toed shoes or walking appropriate shoes and clothes.

Port of Skagit Nature Trails

• Date/Time: Friday, September 18th, 2 PM Start time
• Hike Duration: This hike is a little over 3 miles, which will roughly take an hour and a half.
• Location: We will meet at the trail parking lot.
• Trail Description: This hike is mostly made up of all gravel trails, located near the Skagit Regional Airport. Please bring close-toed shoes as there will be loose gravel, there are often large puddles on this trail after rainfall.