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Summary: This area averages about 800 inches of snow a year so always check with the Glacier Public Service Center that the road is open to Artist Point (usually by mid-August). Lots of snow fields remain on the hike so wear good boots. If you are lucky, you will see wildlife including Ptarmagin, marmots, pika and mountain goats. Glacier carving of the mountains is very evident and the views are forever. This trail follows the ridge around Coleman Pinnacle to Camp Kiser which is an alternate route up Mt. Baker's summit. Along the way, be careful to watch for cairn markers to find the trail in the talus slopes. Be careful of bad weather as this trail leaves you out in the open. Trailhead: From Bellingham, go east on the Mt Baker Highway 58 miles to the Mount Baker Ski Area. If the its open, go another 2.5 miles to the end of the road at Artist Point. Take the Chain Lakes Trail about 1.2 miles to the junction with Ptarmagin Ridge. (Lat:48.84654 Lon:-121.69265) Trail Guides for Ptarmagin Ridge: Pacific Northwest Hiking by Ron C. Judd & Dan A. Nelson (Foghorn Press) Day Hike North Cascades by Mike McQuaide (Sasquatch Books) Best Seasons: Fall, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Glacier Public Service Center (360) 599-2714 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Robbie Hochreiter, who has posted 24 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by jgf on 8/31/2007 incredible hike, beautiful scenery, great for one full day or overnight
Reviewed by IK on 8/20/2005 It feels like cheating... a long and glorious ridge jaunt with Baker looming over and Shuksan sneaking over your back... and none of the elevation gain effort. Hike to at least the saddle before Coleman Pinnacle, top notch. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Washington Hiking, Washington Trails, Washington Hikes, Whatcom County Hiking, Whatcom County Trails, Whatcom County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||