Outdoor Recreation near Bellingham, WA

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- Larrabee State Park covers 2680 acres with 8,100 feet of saltwater shoreline on Samish Bay and 6,700 feet of freshwater shoreline on two lakes. A two-lane boat launching ramp is provided for boaters. The terrain within t... wildernet.com

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Galbraith Mt. is located In Bellingham, WA. between Lakeway Dr. to the north, Yew St. to the west and Samish Dr. on the south. The most distinguishing feature on the mountain is a tall stand of trees at the top that was le... trailpeak.com

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Sehome Hill is a fun spot to rock climb if you only have a few hours. The Sehome Hill arboretum is adjacent to Western Washington University and many people are introduced to their first outdoor rock climbing here.The clm... summitpost.org

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This beautiful 2-mile trail through low-elevation old-growth cedars and firs leads upward to a serene woodland lake. The trail, recommended for older children, has a view of boats in Wildcat Cove. Downed nurse logs supporting... trails.com

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The Oyster Dome loop offers the runner an easily accessible workout on forested hills with incredible views any time of year. Samish Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the Olympic Peninsula are well presented within 1000 feet of ... trails.com

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Read about local history, see a sunset, walk the waterfront, pass through a park, and enjoy the shops and eateries of downtown Bellingham. Starting at Fairhaven most of the South Bay Trail hugs the shore of Bellingham Bay.... traillink.com

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Hovander Homestead Park, steeped in cultural history and rich in natural beauty, has something of interest for everyone. It is a park that was once a family farm and is now a family legacy. Come and picnic on a sunny week... famplosion.com

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Lots of large Douglas fir trees, cedar, maple and Madrone trees. The trail ends in 3 miles at a fenced private property. This is a good hike for birding. Lake Whatcom basin was carved by a glacier over a mile thick. It is... localhikes.com

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Depart Bellingham, WA on Friday afternoon and arrive in the San Juan Islands in time for a beach walk or short paddle in the kayaks before dinner. Anchor in a different location each night. Enjoy hiking, wildlife vie... adventurefinder.com

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Mt. Baker Ski Area, in Northern Washington, is a powderhound mecca. The ski area averages the most annual snowfall, 641 inches, in the entire world and holds the record for most snowfall in a single season, 1,140 inches in... onthesnow.com

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needs strong south wind, 40-50 mph. wraps the point so is somewhat sheltered. wannasurf.com

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Blanchard Hill rises from the Skagit and Samish Valleys on the southern edge of the Chuckanut Mountain ridge. The trails are well marked and maintained. With a high elevation of 2100 feet, this is a year-round trail. The terr... trails.com

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Clayton Beach tr is across the highway from the parking area, however near the entrance is a signed forest service rd heading up the hill. Take this one, grab one of them bigger gears on your basket and settle in for a ... singletracks.com

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