Sightseeing
Whatcom County is rich in natural beauty. There are myriads of trails in the county and within the city. Here are a few suggestions for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and cycling.
Mount Baker is one hour away and is a wonderful (and affordable) place to ski. The views are magnificent in every season, and there are hiking trails throughout the National Recreation Area.
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Mount Baker
Mount Baker is one hour away and is a wonderful (and affordable) place to ski. The views are magnificent in every season, and there are hiking trails throughout the National Recreation Area.
Lake Whatcom
3220 North Shore RoadDon’t miss the Boardwalk at the park. It connects to a walking trail that leads to Fairhaven, a charming historical village on the South end of Bellingham.
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Boulevard Park
470 Bayview AveDon’t miss the Boardwalk at the park. It connects to a walking trail that leads to Fairhaven, a charming historical village on the South end of Bellingham.
Gorgeous old growth trees, trail that wends around a lovely forest.
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Stimpson Family Nature Preserve
2076 Lake Louise RoadGorgeous old growth trees, trail that wends around a lovely forest.
Village Books
1200 11th StWonderful Independent Bookstore in Fairhaven
Whatcom Museum
121 Prospect StCarefully curated exhibitions here.
IWhatcom Falls Park
1401 Electric AveLake trail is a beautiful walk, 2.5 miles around.
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I-Park ye-Lake Padden
4882 S Samish WayLake trail is a beautiful walk, 2.5 miles around.
San Juan Islands
Food scene
Great place for Happy Hour and sitting outside.
Fork At Agate Bay
2530 N Shore RdNeed milk, beer, bread or something quick? Chances are the Rome Store has it.
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Rome Store
2908 Mt Baker HwyNeed milk, beer, bread or something quick? Chances are the Rome Store has it.
Iron Rooster Bakery
1208 10th StSimply divine.
Great wood fired pizza since 1998. Located in Downtown Bellingham. Our consistent favorite pizza is the Major Grigio!
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La Fiamma Wood Fire Pizza
200 E Chestnut StGreat wood fired pizza since 1998. Located in Downtown Bellingham. Our consistent favorite pizza is the Major Grigio!
Pioneering craft beer, local food and community in the Pacific Northwest since 1995. We love their Scotch Ale any time of year, but in the winter it’s Cabin Fever and Old Bounder Barley Wine!
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Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro
1107 Railroad AvePioneering craft beer, local food and community in the Pacific Northwest since 1995. We love their Scotch Ale any time of year, but in the winter it’s Cabin Fever and Old Bounder Barley Wine!
Fun and delicious menu - You’ll need reservations here!
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The Black Cat
1200 Harris AveFun and delicious menu - You’ll need reservations here!
Wonderful treats for breakfast or lunch. There is also a second location in Fairhaven.
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Mount Bakery Cafe Downtown
308 W Champion StWonderful treats for breakfast or lunch. There is also a second location in Fairhaven.
Bar Cicotti
Anthony's at Squalicum Harbor
25 Bellwether WayKeenan's at the Pier
804 10th StreetTaylor Shellfish Farms
2182 Chuckanut DrStoria Cucina
109 Grand AveRifugio's Country Italian Cuisine
5415 Mt Baker HwySlough Food
5766 Cains CtAnthony's Hearthfire Grill, Bellingham
7 Bellwether WayÖvn Wood Fired Pizza
1148 10th StRock and Rye Oyster House
Carnal
Delicious Asian Fusion Food. No reservations accepted, quite popular.
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Redlight
109 N State StDelicious Asian Fusion Food. No reservations accepted, quite popular.