Artist Point, Mountain viewpoint in Whatcom County, United States
Artist Point is a mountain viewpoint located at 5,000 feet elevation in the North Cascades. The site provides sweeping views of Mount Baker, Mount Shuksan, and surrounding peaks.
Early landscape painters gave the location its name while documenting the mountainous terrain of the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. This artistic connection has persisted in the site's identity.
The location sits within lands where Native American tribes established seasonal camps for hunting and gathering activities. This historical presence shapes how many experience the landscape today.
The access road opens from July through September and requires a Recreation Pass for the parking area. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and bring layered clothing.
The area holds a world record for seasonal snowfall, with approximately 95 feet accumulating during single winters. This extreme snow shapes the landscape and ecosystem in distinctive ways.
Location: Whatcom County
GPS coordinates: 48.84620,-121.69218
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:06
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