Bellingham's Best
Get Outside and Move
Head to Lake Padden for a walk around the lake, or take the pup off leash. Take the paddle boards on the lake and keep cool on those hot summer days.
100 locals recommend
Lake Padden Park
4882 S Samish WayHead to Lake Padden for a walk around the lake, or take the pup off leash. Take the paddle boards on the lake and keep cool on those hot summer days.
A beautiful setting to put some balls or work on your chipping. Book a tee time in advace of your stay and enjoy this beautiful course with a round of 9 or 18.
8 locals recommend
Lake Padden Golf Course
4882 Samish WayA beautiful setting to put some balls or work on your chipping. Book a tee time in advace of your stay and enjoy this beautiful course with a round of 9 or 18.
If you are looking for a hike that is not too long or too short, Fragrance Lake is just the hike to get you out and about. The year-round, dog-friendly day hike to Fragrance Lake in the Chuckanut Recreation Area. 5.5 miles, roundtrip
Larrabee State Park
If you are looking for a hike that is not too long or too short, Fragrance Lake is just the hike to get you out and about. The year-round, dog-friendly day hike to Fragrance Lake in the Chuckanut Recreation Area. 5.5 miles, roundtrip
Check out this 1.9-mile loop trail near Bellingham, Washington. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Lake Samish, Washington 98229, USA
Check out this 1.9-mile loop trail near Bellingham, Washington. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Discover this 7.3-mile out-and-back trail near Bow, Washington. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
55 locals recommend
Oyster Dome Trailhead
Pacific Northwest TrailDiscover this 7.3-mile out-and-back trail near Bow, Washington. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Head out on this 4.2-mile out-and-back trail near Sedro-Woolley, Washington. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.
Alger Alp Trail
Head out on this 4.2-mile out-and-back trail near Sedro-Woolley, Washington. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.
The lake is a popular area for motor boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities.
9 locals recommend
Lake Whatcom
3220 North Shore RoadThe lake is a popular area for motor boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities.
Hike along the abandoned Bellingham & Skagit Interurban Railway grade between Fairhaven and Bellingham, which has been reclaimed as a pedestrian trail. 4.0 Mile Roundtrip - easy
S Bay Trail, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
Hike along the abandoned Bellingham & Skagit Interurban Railway grade between Fairhaven and Bellingham, which has been reclaimed as a pedestrian trail. 4.0 Mile Roundtrip - easy
Biking
Ride this beautiful road in the morning and catch an epic sunset, beware of cars. This rolling route will be sure to please with beautiful views of the San Juans and Bay.
Be sure to re-fuel at Farm to Market or Tweets on your way back.
Chuckanut Dr, Bow, WA, USA
Ride this beautiful road in the morning and catch an epic sunset, beware of cars. This rolling route will be sure to please with beautiful views of the San Juans and Bay.
Be sure to re-fuel at Farm to Market or Tweets on your way back.
A short run, bike or drive south of Bellingham will take you to a labyrinth of foot, bike, and horse trails in the Chuckanut Mountains. Trails access old forests, lakes, streams, waterfalls, and have great views of Mount Baker, Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the Olympic Peninsula.
Chuckanut Mountains, Washington 98229, USA
A short run, bike or drive south of Bellingham will take you to a labyrinth of foot, bike, and horse trails in the Chuckanut Mountains. Trails access old forests, lakes, streams, waterfalls, and have great views of Mount Baker, Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the Olympic Peninsula.
The Interurban Trail is a rail trail in Whatcom County, Washington. It runs 6.6 miles between Fairhaven and Larrabee State Park in the Bellingham area. One of our favorite chill rides when we want to gravel ride!
Interurban Trail, Bellingham, WA, USA
The Interurban Trail is a rail trail in Whatcom County, Washington. It runs 6.6 miles between Fairhaven and Larrabee State Park in the Bellingham area. One of our favorite chill rides when we want to gravel ride!
Coffee, Food & Pastries
Enjoy a homemade treat or tasty sunday only bagel and this local gem. The staff is always friendly, coffee is great and the food delicious. A must stop when you are hanging out in Fairhaven
6 locals recommend
Cafe Blue
1319 11th StEnjoy a homemade treat or tasty sunday only bagel and this local gem. The staff is always friendly, coffee is great and the food delicious. A must stop when you are hanging out in Fairhaven
we love this cafe for their creative sandwiches and variety of pastries, including vegan options. Try the hummingbird latte.
7 locals recommend
Shirlee Bird Cafe
1200 Harris Avewe love this cafe for their creative sandwiches and variety of pastries, including vegan options. Try the hummingbird latte.
We love the black cat's happy hour fondue. Their mac and cheese is a hit with our family and we could have dinner here every night, everything on the menu is great.
37 locals recommend
The Black Cat
1200 Harris AveWe love the black cat's happy hour fondue. Their mac and cheese is a hit with our family and we could have dinner here every night, everything on the menu is great.
Check out their great views and even better in-house-made ciders. Our favorite is their chicken and waffles and their brunch is always a great idea.
18 locals recommend
Bellingham Cider Company
205 Prospect StCheck out their great views and even better in-house-made ciders. Our favorite is their chicken and waffles and their brunch is always a great idea.
If you are looking for a classic drive-in, Boomers Burgers is it.
9 locals recommend
Boomer's Drive-In
310 N Samish WayIf you are looking for a classic drive-in, Boomers Burgers is it.
This newly established bakery/cafe on Samish Rd may be unassuming from the street, but don't be fooled the are baking up some of Bellingham's best treats. The king of cookies is turning out some amazing creations and we can't get enough. Hope you check out this great bakery for your next sweet fix.
Slice of Heaven Bakery & Cafe
This newly established bakery/cafe on Samish Rd may be unassuming from the street, but don't be fooled the are baking up some of Bellingham's best treats. The king of cookies is turning out some amazing creations and we can't get enough. Hope you check out this great bakery for your next sweet fix.
A small brewery and cafe dedicated. Fresh draft beer you’ll find a thoughtful menu of European-inspired street foods, old family dishes, and some favorite snacks
9 locals recommend
Otherlands Beer
2121 Humboldt StA small brewery and cafe dedicated. Fresh draft beer you’ll find a thoughtful menu of European-inspired street foods, old family dishes, and some favorite snacks
The best place to pick up bagels and smear, the breakfast special is the best deal in town!
25 locals recommend
Bagelry
1319 Railroad AveThe best place to pick up bagels and smear, the breakfast special is the best deal in town!
We love heading to Old Town for brunch on the weekends, a community hub that offers vegan & gluten-free.
50 locals recommend
Old Town Cafe
316 W Holly StWe love heading to Old Town for brunch on the weekends, a community hub that offers vegan & gluten-free.
Sightseeing
If you are looking for a scenic drive, then you must check out Chuckanut Drive. A beautiful drive that hugs along the bay from Bellingham to Bow. If you want to ride this get out early and avoid the cars and stop into Bow for some pastries and coffee to refuel.
Chuckanut Dr, Bow, WA, USA
If you are looking for a scenic drive, then you must check out Chuckanut Drive. A beautiful drive that hugs along the bay from Bellingham to Bow. If you want to ride this get out early and avoid the cars and stop into Bow for some pastries and coffee to refuel.
Overlooking Squalicum Harbor, the 4.4-acre Zuanich Point Park is the venue for community events, boating celebrations, picnics, and outstanding kite flying.
37 locals recommend
Zuanich Point Park
2600 N Harbor Loop DrOverlooking Squalicum Harbor, the 4.4-acre Zuanich Point Park is the venue for community events, boating celebrations, picnics, and outstanding kite flying.