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Guemes Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Anacortes, Washington · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Guemes Mountain yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Guemes Mountain
“Nice hike up, beautiful trees and turns, with a wonderful view from the top looking out at the islands and the water.”
Fantastic views from the top. One of the best short hikes in the region! I live in Bellingham and rarely get to see such a clear view of Mt. Baker. Thank you to the trailbuilders, they have done a great job. 2.2 miles round trip.
Beautiful view and not too hard of hike at 2.3 miles round trip. Hiked up again for sunrise
Beautiful hike! The hike is up to the top of Guemes mountain where you can *sometimes* get a view of the water and surrounding mountains. Highly encourage going on a day when the rain has been cleared out for a few hours. Beautiful flowers and evergreens!
Well kept trail, steep in places but the switchbacks help immensely. View from the top worth the effort !!
Trail conditions & character
“Nice hike up, beautiful trees and turns, with a wonderful view from the top looking out at the islands and the water.”
“The tiny ferry over, grabbing a cookie in the General Store at the landing and then just driving around the island to the trailhead.”
“Other reviews have mentioned steepness, it was sort of steep, but a significantly less steep than Oyster Dome, or Mt.”
Plan your run at Guemes Mountain
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteskagitlandtrust.org
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