Edmonds, Washington
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Anacortes, Washington
Kayak Camp on Cypress Island
16 miWe set out from the town of Anacortes, WA from Seafarers Memorial Park with a group of 6 people. Two in single kayaks and four in two tandem kayaks. After setting out into the water, keep to the west of Guemes island and follow the shoreline for a shorter trip or follow the east side for a longer...Read more -
Gold Bar, Washington
Blanca Lake
5.07.42 mi / 3540 ft gainAlthough the drive to the trailhead is mostly over gravel roads, Blanca Lake is a very popular hike. The drive is better for cars with clearance and AWD capabilities. The trail gets right down to it gaining almost 3,000 feet in the first 3 miles. But don't worry, the hard work is well worth the...Read more -
Gold Bar, Washington
Winter Backpack to Blanca Lake
7.5 mi / 3300 ft gainSince Blanca Lake is a very popular place for folks to explore and with the nice and sunny weekend. I drove out Friday night and slept in my Jeep. Got up at 7:30am when folks first started arriving to the trail head.A couple of things to keep in mind before you start this hike. The 7.5 miles ro...Read more