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About this place
Enjoy the scenic drive along the Mt. Baker Highway and get a great photo of Mr. Shuksan reflecting off this mirror-like lake. Get there early enough catch star trails and the Milk Way during a new moon before sunrise.
Set your eyes on one of the most photographic mountain landscapes in North America. You can drive up early for the sunrise, but really any time of day will be a treat.
In the spring, make sure to come when the lake isn't frozen over so you can get the full reflection of Mt. Shuksan on the water. Towards the end of summer and in the fall, alternatively, a backdrop of wildflowers and colorful plant foliage complements the stunning mountain.
If you also have time for a day hike, drive up to the end of the parking lot, past the ski lifts, to hike or snowshoe up to Artist Point!
Getting there: Give yourself about an hour and a half to drive from Bellingham. From Bellingham, drive north and take exit 255 (E Sunset Drive-Mt. Baker). Turn right onto Sunset Dr and continue straight onto WA-542 E. Drive along WA-542 E for about 21 miles, passing through 2 traffic circles. You will then come to a fork – veer right to stay on WA-542 E and drive for another 31 miles. Eventually, you will come across two parking lots in the Heather Meadows area, just past the Firs Lodge.
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