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Recreation

Take A Walk

Seek the Sun, Sand and Swimming

Paddle, Pedal or Row a Boat

Watch Wildlife

Camp or Stay in a Cabin

Have a Picnic

Attend an Interpretive Program

Ride a Bike

Ride a Horse

Learn to Shoot

Go Fishing

Fall in Love--Get Married!

 
Recreation Guide

What Can You Do in Whatcom County Parks?

Take A Walk

Looking for an easy stroll?  Try these (most trails are fully accessible, at least in part):

Want to sweat a little?  These offer a challenge:

Seek the Sun, Sand and Swimming

Take a plunge:

Hit the Beach:

Paddle, Pedal or Row a Boat

Boats available to rent:

Bring your own canoe, kayak, or raft to launch at:

Watch Wildlife

                                                                                         Ken Hite Photo

Camp or Stay in a Cabin

Bring your tent or RV and spend a night or a week at a campground:

Want to rough it with a little more comfort?  Rent a cabin for the night:

Have a Picnic

Almost every park has a place to spread out your snacks, but here are some favorites:

Attend an Interpretive Program

Find out what lives in the mud, or in the tops of the biggest trees.  Listen to the stories of Native Americans and pioneer farm kids.  Deepen your connections to the magical places of Whatcom County from the mountains to the sea with enthusiastic, knowledgeable park naturalists.

 

Ride a Bike

Explore these parks with any bike:

For more rugged mountain biking, check out these trails:

Bicycles are not permitted at Canyon Lake Community Forest, Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve, and parts of Lily Point Marine Reserve.

Ride a Horse

Enjoy riding at these parks:

Two facilities are designed specifically for equestrians:

Learn to Shoot

Plantation Rifle Range is the premier place to learn or improve your marksmanship skills.

Go Fishing

Access these great places to try your luck.

Lakes:

Rivers:

Saltwater:

Washington State Fishing License required. Contact Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for information.

Fall in Love--Get Married

Parks are great places to go on a date, and if things work out, we have great places to celebrate your wedding! Check out our Rental Facilities and call 360-733-2900 for reservations.