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Whatcom Falls Park

Bellingham, WA 98225
360 778 7000
Ranked #1 of 22 attractions in Bellingham
5.0 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls, Playgrounds, Jogging Paths/ Tracks, Hiking Trails, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas, Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveler Description: Whatcom Falls park is situated around Whatcom creek, which drains Lake Whatcom down to Bellingham Bay. The creek runs through different phases... more »
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Blaine
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Its Beautiful and there are a lot of nice trails to walk. More

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Lynden, Washington
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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This park is a gem to explore. Take in the stone arch bridge and look at the beautiful waterfall. This is one of the most heavily photographed spots in Bellingham. No cost. Be sure to pack down below. It'll save you steps on a sloping lawn. There are two entrances to the park. Choose the one that doesn't go immediately... More

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little rock, arkansas
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Went there with our little ones, (one in a stroller). There are different paths that are more or less accessible. The main one was very easy with the stroller and we had a great time! More

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Shoreline, Wa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Be sure to check this out - you will be glad you did! More

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Ferndale, Washington
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

I've been here many times for walks or picnics. This is just a nice little park with pretty waterfall and trails. The facilities are fairly well maintained by the city. Off trails, the plant life has been pretty devistated by mountain bikers. More

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Portland, Oregon
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

Nice area to hike with meandering falls very close to WWU More

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Bellingham
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

Not many people know this place. Quiet except for the wind in the trees and the rushing water. More

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Seattle, Washington
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

It's a spiritual experience that is all I can say about it. It's a beautiful easy hike to breathtaking falls and a real opporunity to get away from it all, however just outside the city of Belllingham. More

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Bellingham, Washington
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012

Whatcom Falls Park is a beautiful park. There are a number of well maintained trails that pass by (not all on the same trail) a Beaver pond, a marshy pond, Lake Whatcom, Whatcom Creek, and the eponymous Whatcom Falls. The park is also an god place to go birdwatching, or walk your dog (some of the trails are off-leash. Whatcom... More

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Bellingham, Washington
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

This park has maintained its paths and vistas for decades, and it's always a pleasure to stop by with the kids and grandchildren. Even teenagers like it! More

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