Little Mountain Park - Bonnie and Clyde Loop, Washington Park — Saturday, Jun. 30, 2012

Puget Sound and Islands > Bellingham Area

Started out the day by heading up to Anacortes hoping for a break in the weather. Arrived at Washington Park at about 10 am in the mist and the fog. We tried some of the side trails toward the bluff but the brush was very wet and heavy and the rocks slippery so we ended up making our way back to the paved loop road. Views were virtually non existent due to the fog but this was an enjoyable walk and begs to be revisted. After a break for a sweet treat at the donut shop in Anacortes, we headed toward Mount Vernon. I have always wanted to check out Little Mountain Park and seeing as we weren't in a rush to get home we stopped by. Waited in the car at the summit for about 30 minutes hoping the rain would let up. It never did, so we hopped out and went exploring. Found the North View Point Trail (no view from the view point today) and then headed down the Sidewinder Trail which meanders gently downwards before levelling out. The trail is in good condition and never very steep. It kind of snakes its way down before flattening out. Passed the Huff and Puff trail and decided to leave that for another visit when I need an aerobic workout. It looks like many trails to explore in the park, so next time I will come prepared and print out a map beforehand. For a rainy, cool summer Saturday we were able to get out and explore two new areas. We will be back to both of these places again.