Bellingham

Pixie Falls can be accessed during any season; however it’s most enjoyable during the spring and summer months. This waterfall and swimming hole combo is the perfect way to escape the heat and the crowds. On any given day, there will typically be less than 10 people who access the falls. Pixie is well hidden from the public eye, and a very steep trail keeps most people away. Whatcom Falls - whi...

The trail to Locust Beach is very easy to find. Parking on Locust Avenue is available from dawn to dusk on the side of the road, and in a small gravel lot. Follow the road towards the water, and continue right on a small but well-marked trail down to the beach. Be careful - the stairs are kind of steep and can be slippery when wet.  Locust Beach continues in both directions once on shore. At lo...

Whatcom Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Bellingham, Washington.

Whatcom Falls is easily accessible within Whatcom Falls Park. It is less than a 2 minute walk from the parking lot to the bridge overlooking Whatcom Falls.This is a nice place to checkout with good company if you don't have a lot of time to enjoy the fresh air.

South Bay Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Bellingham, Washington.

Teddy Bear Cove via Interurban Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Bellingham, Washington.

On Chuckanut Drive (State Route 11) pull off onto a small, unmarked, one-way road that offers parking for Teddy Bear Cove before quickly rejoining the road. There is space to pull over on the road for approximately 15-20 cars. If you are heading North to South, the road is on your right, if heading South to North, you’ll have to find somewhere to do a U-turn in order to enter the side road by g...

These two quaint lakes in the Chuckanuts are a must-do for people looking for a day hike, short camping trip or steep trail run in the Bellingham area. Starting at the trailhead off of Old Samish Road, one begins the 2 mile ascent to the two lakes. The first 1,400ft climb has its fair share of uphills protected by a shady canopy of evergreen for sunny days. Although the initial hill may seem ne...

Stimpson Nature Preserve is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Bellingham, Washington.