The road to Artist Point, the final 2.7 miles of State Route 542/Mount Baker Highway, is closed for the season.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 20, 2023

MEDIA CONTACT:
360-778-5850
www.whatcomcounty.us/parks

Completion of the Chanterelle Connector Trail

Whatcom County Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the successful completion of the Chanterelle Connector Trail, formerly known as EH-1. Open to the public Saturday, November 18th, this trail connects the upper end of the Chanterelle Trail to the Hertz Trail, enhancing the recreational experience at Lake Whatcom Park.

Traversing diverse forest lands, the Chanterelle Connector Trail offers a captivating journey, with highlights including a short side-trail leading to a breathtaking overlook of Lake Whatcom. Users can anticipate an elevation change of 2,100 feet over four miles, with an average grade of 10%. Notably, a stair section presents an 80% maximum grade, featuring over 300 steps—an invigorating challenge for hikers.

This trail is designated for hiking only, providing a serene escape into the heart of nature. Those embarking on the Chanterelle Connector Trail are encouraged to be prepared for the varied terrain and the exhilarating changes in elevation.

To commemorate this new trail, Whatcom County Parks & Recreation is planning a dedication ceremony tentatively scheduled for December, weather permitting. 

For more information and updates, please visit www.whatcomcounty.us/parks or contact 360-778-5850.

        We acknowledge that Whatcom County is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples. They cared for the lands that included what we’d call the Puget Sound region, Vancouver Island and British Columbia since time immemorial. This gives us the great obligation and opportunity to learn how to care for our surrounding areas and all the natural and human resources we require to live. We express our deepest respect and gratitude for our indigenous neighbors, the Lummi Nation and Nooksack Tribe, for their enduring care and protection of our shared lands and waterways.
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