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Lakes Loop Hike This beautiful loop hike has it all: big views of Baker and Shuksan mountains and the North Cascades, alpine lakes for swimming, and a well-maintained trail that winds through meadows and heather. And with wildflowers in the spring, blueberry bushes for trail snacks in late summer, and glowing colors in the fall, you can't pick a bad time of year to visit.

The North Fork of the Nooksack River, or Horseshoe Bend, is accessible year-round along the Mount Baker Highway, via an easy 2.4-mile roundtrip hike with a 220-foot elevation gain, making it suitable for the whole family. The trail reaches a highest point of 1,200 feet and provides a dramatic display of the North Fork of the Nooksack River. Originating from Mount Shuksan's glaciers, the river carved its path through house-sized boulders and snags, creating a narrow, tumultuous gorge. From the parking lot, descend wooden steps to the trail, which follows the river’s edge. The path provides stunning views of the river squeezing through the gorge and meanders through a moss-covered forest of firs, hemlocks, and cedars, before eventually petering out.

After you hit the top parking lot, take the small trail to go up a bit higher which takes you to this outlook in the photo.

Located just over a mile from Chuckanut Mountain, Raptor Ridge Viewpoint is a fanstastic spot to stop for a break. To reach the viewpoint, you will run through dense forest, occassionally offering views of Mount Baker. Once you reach the viewpoint, enjoy 180 degree views over the Chuckanut Mountains and endless lush forest.

Birch Bay offers a tranquil view with state parks, beaches, and the usual Pacific coast feel. From Birch bay you can spot Canada and Point Roberts.

The forest here is almost cave-like, it's so dense and seemingly always cold. There are unique rock structures you can climb on to appreciate the vastness of the view.

Fragrance Lake is part of Larrabee State Park, which became Washington’s first state park after a 20-acre parcel of land was donated by the Larrabee family in 1915. The lake is surrounded by dense forests, but there are a few clearings to have a snack and appreciate the stillness.