About this Event
Sunset & Full Moon Snow Shoe at Artist Point!
Meet us at the Heather Meadows Parking Lot at 2:00 p.m. for a magical sunset snowshoe and Full Moonlight adventure!
Artist Point is an excellent destination for snowshoeing. There is something magical about taking in sunset from the top, and returning by headlamp AND the light of the full moon that will be rising on our way back to the parking lot. Join us for this 4-mile roundtrip snowshoe and enjoy in a little bit of heaven here on earth.
After a short, yet very steep ascent, we will take in breath-taking sunsets views of Mount Baker, Mount Shuksan and distant peaks that include Three Fingers, Whitehorse Mountain, Sloan Peak and White Chuck Mountain. Bring something warm to eat at the top while we enjoy a magnificent sunset.
While Artist Point is an excellent destination for snowshoers, it does have some very steep sections that can be challenging depending on the snow conditions as well as fitness levels. Expect to sweat. The route can be dangerous depending on snow levels and the avalanche conditions, so we will only go if the weather is ideal.
This trip is weather and snow dependent. If there is not enough snow, we may alter our plans to have a moonlight hike. Although we are adventuring together, this is a self guided trip - meaning that you are expected to be responsible for yourself.
Artist Point - What You Need to Know:
Sunset is approximately 4:30 pm / Moonrise is approximately 5:00pm
- Miles: +/- 4.0 miles round trip
- Elevation Gain: 1,000
- Highest Point: 5,100'
- Difficulty: Strenuous
- Other: No pets/must be 18 or older
- Sunset: 8:00 p.m.
- Parking: Although we will not be overnighting, each vehicle will need a parking permit. Please contact Mount Baker Ski Resort for info.
Please note: While Artist Point is a short round trip snow shoe, it is very steep and requires excellent fitness levels.
Keep an eye on the weather and the avalanche conditions. We won't go if the weather or snow conditions looks sketchy.
Although we are snowshoeing together, this is a self guided trip - meaning that you are expected to be responsible for yourself.
To participate in this event, you will be required to sign a liability waiver. You must be 18 years or older and be in excellent physical condition. This hike is a level 3 hike on the .
What You’ll Need to Bring:
- Headlamp with charged batteries
- Snow Shoes and Trekking poles with Snow Baskets
- Insulated / Waterproof boots suitable for snowshoeing
- Warm layers for Winter Travel including: Warm jacket, hat, gloves, wool socks,
- Warm base layer top and bottom, insulating mid-layer jacket, gaiters,
- Daypack with your 10 essentials including rain gear, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, navigation, first aid kit, extra food, extra water, extra clothes, etc.
- dinner or something to eat at the top, water, and a thermos with a warm drink
- and don't forget your kula... there is no privy at the top!
Where We Will Meet:
The trailhead to the Artist Point Snow Shoe Route is in the parking lot near the Mount Baker Ski Resort (Heather Meadows Parking Lot). We’ll meet at the Heather Meadows Parking Lot near the privy — which is also the snowshoe trailhead.
How to Get There:
From Bellingham follow the Mount Baker Highway (SR 542) to the very end (55 miles). The trailhead to Artist Point is at the last parking area on the Mt. Baker Highway. Upon arrival at Heather Meadows, continue to drive around Picture Lake (one-way) and past the ski lifts. The large parking area is on the right at the end of the road. The trail begins left of the bathroom facilities.
From Seattle, take I-5 North to Exit 255 for WA-542 East (Mount Baker Highway) toward Bellingham and Mount Baker. Follow WA-542 East through the town of Glacier and continue all the way to the Mount Baker Ski Area. In winter, the road ends at the Heather Meadows parking area near the Ski area, where the Artist Point Snowshoe Route begins.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Artist Point, Artist Point, Deming, United States
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