Bagley Lakes Trail

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Features Birding · Fall Colors · Geological Significance · Lake · Spring · Views · Wildflowers

This is the perfect introductory hike near Mt. Baker, and great for families. It's . The views are stunning, and the trail is suitable for hikers of all skill levels. It's an excellent way to experience the Mount Baker area for the first time, or even to introduce someone to hiking and outdoor recreation.

The trailhead is located right by the Heather Meadows Visitor Center, just off WA 542 Highway. It's easy to reach and the hike is easy to complete. Along the way, you can expect to see awesome views of Shuksan, Mt. Baker, Table Mountain, Mt. Herman, a variety of ferns, and copious amounts of heather. If you're lucky and there in the right season, you can often find troves of unpicked Huckleberries.

At Just 2 miles long, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours to complete the hike, depending on how long you want to explore in the woods, admire the views, and check out the geology along the trail. If you find that you enjoy this trail, you should definitely try more hikes in the area. You can find more trails in the app or by inquiring in the ranger station/Heather Meadows Visitor Center.

One word of warning: Even in the summer, it remember that weather changes rapidly in the mountains, and help can be far away. You should always be prepared for variable conditions, have what you need to stay energetic and hydrated, and carry some form of first aid.