Erin’s Bellingham Guidebook
Hiking ideas
Lovely, easy hike through this park. Close by and a must see.
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Parque de las Cataratas de Whatcom
1401 Electric AveLovely, easy hike through this park. Close by and a must see.
Stimpson Family Nature Preserve
2076 Lake Louise RoadEasy hiking, very pretty
If you're up to a strenuous hike up to Oyster Dome, you'll be rewarding with a beautiful view of the San Juan Island. Beware go early as parking is very limited.
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Oyster Dome Trailhead
Pacific Northwest TrailIf you're up to a strenuous hike up to Oyster Dome, you'll be rewarding with a beautiful view of the San Juan Island. Beware go early as parking is very limited.
Lake Padden Park
4882 S Samish WayEasy walk around the lake, about 2.1 miles.
Sightseeing
Downtown Bellingham, college town vibe, many restaurants and shopping
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Bellingham
Downtown Bellingham, college town vibe, many restaurants and shopping
Cute Fairhaven was historical old Bellingham - has restaurants and pubs and shopping. Stop by the Village Bookstore, three levels of books and gift shop, a dock to walk.
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Fairhaven
Cute Fairhaven was historical old Bellingham - has restaurants and pubs and shopping. Stop by the Village Bookstore, three levels of books and gift shop, a dock to walk.
Lake Padden Park
4882 S Samish WayHiking and golf in one place
Don't miss taking a drive from Bellingham to Bow on Chuckanut Drive. Gorgeous views. If you like oysters stop at Taylor Farms for fresh oysters on the beach. Chuckanut Manor is also a good restaurant for dinner and view of the oyster beds.
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Chuckanut Drive
Chuckanut DriveDon't miss taking a drive from Bellingham to Bow on Chuckanut Drive. Gorgeous views. If you like oysters stop at Taylor Farms for fresh oysters on the beach. Chuckanut Manor is also a good restaurant for dinner and view of the oyster beds.
Hiking and beautiful views of the San Juan Islands. You will need a Discovery Pass to park here or you can buy a day parking at the entrance into the state park.
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Larrabee State Park
Larrabee State ParkHiking and beautiful views of the San Juan Islands. You will need a Discovery Pass to park here or you can buy a day parking at the entrance into the state park.
Must see drive over the two bridges that span Deception Pass. beautiful Walking Trails are in the area too.
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Parque Estatal Deception Pass
41229 State Route 20Must see drive over the two bridges that span Deception Pass. beautiful Walking Trails are in the area too.
Big Rock Garden
2900 Sylvan StFood scene
A few of my favorite Fairhaven and Bellingham area restaurants
One of fav restaurants in the area. Sometimes they have jazz on Fridays.
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Skylarks Hidden Cafe
1308 11th StOne of fav restaurants in the area. Sometimes they have jazz on Fridays.
Aslan Brewing Company
1330 N Forest StBeer and Food; food and beer, 'nuf said
Twin Sisters Brewing Company
500 Carolina Stanother good brewery and good food
Black Sheep on Holly
211 West Holly StreetBoutique Tacos; has some great vegetarian tacos
Great place for Summer music and dancing, outdoor dining and sits on the marina. Once of the nicest hotels in Bellingham
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Hotel Bellwether
1 Bellwether WayGreat place for Summer music and dancing, outdoor dining and sits on the marina. Once of the nicest hotels in Bellingham
Try the Whiskey Crab Soup, an assortment of fresh oysters and the Seafood Sauté Pasta made with clams, mussels, prawn, sea scallop, fish, bell pepper, onion, tomato saffron broth and linguine.
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Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill
3056 Chuckanut DrTry the Whiskey Crab Soup, an assortment of fresh oysters and the Seafood Sauté Pasta made with clams, mussels, prawn, sea scallop, fish, bell pepper, onion, tomato saffron broth and linguine.
The Oyster Bar
2578 Chuckanut DrGreat views and great food, higher-end restaurant
Farmers Market - During the Summer @ Depot Market Square
Sat 10-2
Wed 4-7
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Bellingham Farmers Market
1100 Railroad AveFarmers Market - During the Summer @ Depot Market Square
Sat 10-2
Wed 4-7
Located at the Bellwether Hotel, this felt like a 5 star restaurant with 3 star prices. Drinks and food were killer.
-- Michael, guest
Lighthouse Bar & Grill
1 Bellwether WayLocated at the Bellwether Hotel, this felt like a 5 star restaurant with 3 star prices. Drinks and food were killer.
-- Michael, guest
Kayaking at Lake Whatcom
https://bloedelboatrentals.com/reserve
Pedal Boat, Kayak, Canoes and Stand-Up Paddleboard Rentals
2200 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
Bloedel Boat Rentals
2200 Electric AvenuePedal Boat, Kayak, Canoes and Stand-Up Paddleboard Rentals
2200 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
City/town information
Take a Ferry from Anacortes to Friday Harbor, walk onto the ferry or take your car and drive around the island. Port Townsend is a cute town as well. Friday Harbor has whale watching tours.
Port 2100 Ferry Terminal Rd, Anacortes, WA 98221. IF you're taking your car on the ferry, Highly recommend you arrive at the terminal 1 hour ahead of your reservation. Walk ons are no problem, but still arrive at least 30 min ahead. https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries
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Friday Harbor
Take a Ferry from Anacortes to Friday Harbor, walk onto the ferry or take your car and drive around the island. Port Townsend is a cute town as well. Friday Harbor has whale watching tours.
Port 2100 Ferry Terminal Rd, Anacortes, WA 98221. IF you're taking your car on the ferry, Highly recommend you arrive at the terminal 1 hour ahead of your reservation. Walk ons are no problem, but still arrive at least 30 min ahead. https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries
Things To Do
Penny Lane Antique Mall
427 W Holly StFun browsing through the old things
Bellingham Axe
1414 Cornwall AveIf you are looking for something fun to do, Bellingham Axe does not disappoint.