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 par t):
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.

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