Posted in Washington May 02, 2020 by Jessica Wick

The 3-Hour Road Trip Around The Mount Baker Scenic Byway Is A Glorious Spring Adventure In Washington

March lasted for approximately six months this year, while we seem to have lost the entire month of April. The good news is, there’s still plenty of spring left here in Washington… and the better news is, our beautiful state parks and attractions are slowly starting to reopen. Taking a nice day trip is a great way to enjoy a change of scenery without worrying about crowds. And if you live near the Mount Baker Highway, you should take advantage of that underrated stretch of terrain.

The Mount Baker Highway is also known as State Route 542.

Start in the Bellingham area, cruising onto WA-542 E toward Glacier.

As you can imagine, this place sometimes sees a lot of snow, and it's best explored when the weather is warm.

Soon, you'll come to the charming little town of Glacier, population 211.

You'll pass the Nooksack River, waterfalls, and small logging communities on the highway, all while being at the base of the 10,781-foot Mount Baker.

The route also takes you past the majestic Mount Shuksan, which is best enjoyed from the shores of Picture Lake.

This hasn't been a normal spring (or year), but venturing out on this nice, relaxing drive will put your mind at ease.

Address: WA-542, Deming, WA, USA

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