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Beach Walk
Canyon Lake
Deming Eagle Park
Equestrian Center
Hovander Trail
North Lake Whatcom
Samish Trail
Semiahmoo Trail
Silver Lake Trails
Soccer Trail
Squires Lake Trail
Stimpson Nature Reserve
Tennant Lake Trails

Chuckanut Trail System:
Chuckanut Ridge
Hemlock
Huckleberry Point
Interurban Trail
Lost Lake
Madrone Crest
Pine & Cedar Lakes
Raptor Ridge
Salal Trail
Teddy Bear Cove

 
Whatcom County Parks Current Conditions

 

Current Conditions

Today's weather forecast from the National Weather Service.

Park Current Conditions Date
Canyon Lake Community Forest CLOSED Access road washed out in several places.  Closed at gate 5.7 miles before park. Park at gate (do not block access), and hike or bicycle to trailhead. 11/20/10
Canyon Lake Loop Condition unknown 11/20/10
Canyon Lake Ridge Condition unknown. Daily Snow Depth Data from NRCS. 11/20/10
Chuckanut Mountain Park OPEN Do not leave valuables in your car at parking lots. 11/20/10
Chuckanut Ridge Trail OPEN Watch out for exposed places at overlooks. 11/20/10
Hemlock Trail OPEN Thanks to Adopt-A-Trail Volunteers from Nash Hall, WWU for trail maintenance! 11/20/10
Pine & Cedar Lakes Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Salal Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Lower Salal Trail OPEN Check out this trail that winds through a varied forest to connect Salal Trail with North Lost Lake Trail. 11/20/10
North Lost LakeTrail OPEN 11/20/10
Raptor RidgeTrail OPEN Watch out for exposed places at overlooks. 11/20/10
Madrone Crest Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Huckleberry Point Trail OPEN 11/20/10

Deming Homestead Eagle Park

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OPEN Eagles occasionally seen, but have not arrived in large numbers yet. 11/20/10
Eagle Park Trail OPEN Turn right from parking area to explore new trail segment to restoration area and open field. 11/20/10
Jensen Family Forest Park OPEN Check out the new picnic table at the trailside view area. 11/20/10
Loop Trail OPEN Trail is fully accessible for the entire distance. Sit on one of the rustic benches and contemplate this peaceful forest and the foresight and generosity that preserved it. 11/20/10

Hovander Homestead Park

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OPEN Make reservations for rentals of Group Picnic Areas. Check real-time Nooksack River Streamflow Data from USGS. 11/20/10
Nooksack River Dike OPEN Check out the newly realigned trail location and changes to the Nooksack River Dike . 11/20/10
Hovander/Tennant Trail The Boardwalk is Closed October 15, 2011 through January 29, 2012 10/14/11
Interurban Trail OPEN 11/20/10
North Chuckanut           Parking to Larrabee State Park OPEN This is the perfect trail for a brisk exercise walk or a leisurely stroll with friends. Thanks to Adopt-A-Trail Volunteers from Walking Friends for trail maintenance! 11/20/10
Lake Whatcom Park OPEN 11/20/10
Hertz Trail OPEN Trail is open. 11/20/10
Powerline Trail OPEN This steep trail is a good trail for conditioning hikes. 11/20/10
Upper Parking Lot Trail OPEN 11/20/10

Lighthouse

Marine Park

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OPEN Campground closed for the season. Campground reservations available by calling 360-945-4911 on Saturdays and Sundays between 1-3pm after January 1. Check orca whale sightings from Orca Network. Boat launch will be CLOSED all year.

11/20/10
Beach Walk OPEN A great trail for a walk by the surf. 11/20/10

Lily Point Marine Reserve

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OPEN 11/20/10
Lily Point Trail OPEN Use caution on steep section from South Viewpoint to beach, there are loose rocks, mud and sand. 11/20/10
Bluff Trail OPEN Use caution on bluff edges and do not pass beyond fenced areas. 11/20/10

Lookout Mountain Preserve

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OPEN Four miles of forest trails give access to waterfalls and viewpoints in this new park near Sudden Valley. Limited parking available; please do not block Lookout Mountain Access Road. 11/20/10
Lookout Loop Trail OPEN New two mile forest trail offers a great workout with over 500 feet of elevation gain. 11/20/10
Waterfall Loop Trail OPEN New one mile loop gives views of beautiful waterfalls. 11/20/10
Lower Lookout Trail OPEN Short loop with moderate climb. 11/20/10
Lake Whatcom View Trail OPEN Spur from high point of Lookout Loop leads to two viewpoints of Lake Whatcom Watershed. 11/20/10

Maple Creek Park

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OPEN New park in Maple Falls offers waterfall views and forest trails. 11/20/10
Bay to Baker Trail OPEN Trail segment open from Maple Falls to Boulder Creek. Thanks to Adopt-A-Trail volunteers from Mt. Baker Club for trail maintenance. 11/20/10
Maple Creek Loop Trail OPEN Trail through dense rain forest with giant bigleaf maples. 11/20/10
Monument Park OPEN 11/20/10
Beach Trail OPEN Check out this new trail to one of Whatcom County's least visited beaches. 11/20/10
Nugents Corner River Access OPEN Real-time Nooksack River Streamflow Data from USGS 11/20/10
Loop Walk OPEN Great views of Mount Baker over the river on sunny days. 11/20/10
Ostrom Conservation Area OPEN No pets allowed in Conservation Area. 11/20/10
Ostrom Interpretive Trail OPEN Trail brushy in places. Expect downed trees and storm damage. 11/20/10

Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve

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OPEN No pets allowed in the Reserve. Check real-time tide, weather, and water temperature observations from NOAA. 11/20/10
Point Whitehorn Trail OPEN Fully accessible trail showcases upland forest, leads to four beautiful overlooks of the Salish Sea. Hiker access to beach from end of accessible trail. 11/20/10

Samish Park

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OPEN Samish Lake open for fishing year round. Check fishing regulations at Department of Fish and Wildlife. 11/20/10
Lakeshore OPEN 11/20/10
Hillside OPEN Waterfall overlook deck CLOSED due to tree damage. 11/20/10

Semiahmoo Park

 

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OPEN A.P.A. Museum open Fri,Sat, Sun 1-5pm through September. Boardwalks, picnic areas and interpretive exhibits are great every day! The Cannery Lodge is available for rental. 11/20/10
Beach Walk OPEN Check tides from NOAA. 11/20/10
Coast Millennium Trail OPEN This is a great place for easy exercise walking, accessible in almost any weather. 11/20/10

Silver Lake Park

 

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OPEN Campground is open. Make reservations for campsites, cabins, and overnight lodge at the park (360-599-2776). Reservation hours are 3-5pm weekdays; 9am-5pm weekends. Make reservations for day lodge and group picnic shelter at Parks & Recreation headquarters (360-733-2900). Check fishing regulations at Department of Fish and Wildlife. 11/20/10
Black Mountain Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Lookout Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Horse Camp Trail OPEN 11/20/10

Squires Lake Park

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OPEN 11/20/10

Squires Lake Trail

OPEN 11/20/10
Lake Loop Trail OPEN 11/20/10
Beaver Pond Trail OPEN 11/20/10
South Ridge Trail OPEN 11/20/10

Stimpson Family Nature Reserve

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OPEN No pets allowed in the Reserve. Thanks to Adopt-A-Trail Volunteers from Bellingham Community Food Co-op for trail maintenance! 11/20/10
Stimpson Loop Trail OPEN Trail in good condition. 11/20/10
Geneva Pond Loop Trail OPEN 11/20/10

Teddy Bear Cove Park

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OPEN Check tides from NOAA. 11/20/10
Teddy Bear Cove Trail OPEN Trail improvements have made this trail easy to walk in any weather conditions. Many thanks to the volunteers who helped with the project. 11/20/10

Tennant Lake Interpretive Center

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OPEN Parking, Viewing Tower and Fragrance Garden open daily. Interpretive Center closed. 11/20/10
Tennant Lake Boardwalk

CAUTION Some parts of the boardwalk are slippery. The Tennant Lake Boardwalk will be CLOSED for waterfowl hunting seasons on these dates:

  • October 15, 2011 through January 29, 20102
10/11/10
Welcome Bridge River Access OPEN High clearance vehicle recommended for access road. 11/20/10

 

For More Information:

Whatcom County Parks & Recreation
3373 Mt. Baker Highway
Bellingham WA 98226
(360) 733-2900