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Whatcom Falls Park is a 241-acre (0.98 km 2) park in Bellingham, Washington, United States. The falls are on Whatcom Creek, which leads from Lake Whatcom to Bellingham Bay. The park has four sets of waterfalls and several miles of well maintained walking trails. Other features include:
See map for parking. Whatcom Falls Park is a community park established in 1908. Facilities include two picnic shelters, playgrounds, a multi-purpose field, a basketball court, tennis courts, barbecues, picnic tables, restrooms, trails, interpretive displays, a fish hatchery and parking. The stone bridge is an excellent waterfall viewing spot.
Whatcom Falls Park - a century of history. In the 1890’s, the Whatcom Falls area was known as the “Picnic Ground”, popular for biking, walking and picnicking. When the private landowners planned to sell, Bellingham citizens wanted it purchased for a city park. Like other towns at this time, the City of Bellingham did not have funds for parks.
Explore one of 2 easy hiking trails in Whatcom Falls Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 45 to 295 feet in elevation gain.
The Whatcom Falls Park is located in the quaint town of Bellingham. While the hikes aren't super difficult, you don't need to hike at all to see the waterfalls - it is only a few feet from the parking lot on a paved trail.
Easily the City of Bellingham's most popular outdoor recreation spot, Whatcom Falls Park is a 241-acre natural forest preserve straddling Whatcom Creek just east of downtown. The centerpiece and park's namesake is Whatcom Falls, a 20-foot drop that is popular amongst photographers and swimmers alike and is best viewed by the park's historic ...
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