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Bellingham
WA- Seattle and Puget Sound
- Bellingham
Overview
Nestled between Lake Whatcom and the bay, Bellingham is outrageously well-stocked with recreational opportunities. The seven different sports that make up the annual Ski to Sea Race stages are a great showcase of the variety of activities that can be enjoyed in this small city. In addition to plenty of local parks, the town also boasts Washington's oldest state park, nearby Larrabee State Park. The multitude of outdoor activities combined with an active restaurant and brewery scene, make this small town a recreational mecca that visitors won't want to miss.
Visiting Tips
Spring and fall are especially good times to visit the trails in and around Bellingham, and the summer is great too. A milder climate means that trails can generally be enjoyed year-round as long as hikers comes prepared with the right gear and a willingness to tolerate some rain.
Camping & Lodging
Bellingham has an assortment of hotels, such as the adventurer friendly Heliotrope Hotel, but not many camping options besides Larrabee State Park.
Food & Drink
There's no lack for post-trail food and libations. Bellingham is well stocked in the brewery and restaurant department, so the biggest challenge may be choosing just one to try. Visit Bellingham Whatcom County's website for a list.
Recommended Routes in Bellingham - 16
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Intermediate/Difficult
Oyster Dome Loop
8.3 mi 13.4 km • 1,971' Up 600.87 m Up • 1,970' Down 600.49 m Down
Bow, WA
Difficult
Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail: Oyster Dome-Deception Pass
37.8 mi 60.9 km • 1,266' Up 385.84 m Up • 1,299' Down 396 m Down
Bow, WA
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Intermediate
Burnout Trail
8.2 mi 13.2 km • 1,697' Up 517.29 m Up • 1,698' Down 517.42 m Down
Bellingham, WA
Intermediate/Difficult
Chantrelle Full Loop via Hertz Trail
9.7 mi 15.6 km • 2,168' Up 660.83 m Up • 2,180' Down 664.39 m Down
Sudden…, WA
Intermediate/Difficult
A Chuckanut Classic via Raptor Ridge
9.0 mi 14.5 km • 1,816' Up 553.58 m Up • 1,816' Down 553.55 m Down
Bellingham, WA
Intermediate/Difficult
Chuckanut Lost Lake Loop
10.6 mi 17.1 km • 2,213' Up 674.5 m Up • 2,212' Down 674.36 m Down
Bellingham, WA
Intermediate
North Butte from Lower Blanchard Hill Trailhead
9.8 mi 15.8 km • 1,666' Up 507.85 m Up • 1,666' Down 507.85 m Down
Bow, WA
Bellingham Hiking
- 141 Miles 226 Kilometers of Trail
- 16 Recommended Routes
- 78
Easy Trails
- 118
Intermediate Trails
- 14
Difficult Trails
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Trails in Bellingham - 194
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#1Raptor Ridge
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#2Rock Trail
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#3Interurban Trail
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#4South Bay Trail
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#5Whatcom Creek Trail - East
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#6Chuckanut Ridge Trail
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#7Clayton Beach Trail
Easy/Intermediate
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#8Huckleberry
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#9Pine and Cedar Lakes Trail
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#10Hemlock Trail
Intermediate
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