Renee's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Nothings better than Whatcom Falls. Explore all the scenery, trails and water!
124 locals recommend
Whatcom Falls Park
1401 Electric AveNothings better than Whatcom Falls. Explore all the scenery, trails and water!
Right in Sudden Valley! Check out Am/Pm beach in gate 2 and Marine beach park in Gate 1. Take some drinks, water rafts and chill!
21 locals recommend
Lake Whatcom
Right in Sudden Valley! Check out Am/Pm beach in gate 2 and Marine beach park in Gate 1. Take some drinks, water rafts and chill!
Known to locals as Boulevard Park.
Grab some Woods coffee on the pier then walk down the wooden trail to Fairhaven or watch the ships on the bay. Lots of crabs, star fish etc... EXPLORE AWAY!
25 locals recommend
Bayview Drive
Bayview DriveKnown to locals as Boulevard Park.
Grab some Woods coffee on the pier then walk down the wooden trail to Fairhaven or watch the ships on the bay. Lots of crabs, star fish etc... EXPLORE AWAY!
Deception Pass State Park
41229 State Route 20One of our favorite places to day trip to!
Locust Beach
Locust AvenueLarrabee State Park
Larrabee State ParkHop on the ferry to one of these beautiful islands. You may even see whales!
26 locals recommend
San Juan Island
Hop on the ferry to one of these beautiful islands. You may even see whales!
On the harbor. No beach access but the best place to grab some sandwiches, relax and watch the boats!
37 locals recommend
Zuanich Point Park
2600 N Harbor Loop DrOn the harbor. No beach access but the best place to grab some sandwiches, relax and watch the boats!
Hiking/Walking Trails
More of a walk. Take your bike, the kids or just your feet and take a walk around the north end of lake Whatcom.
Hertz Trail Trailhead
More of a walk. Take your bike, the kids or just your feet and take a walk around the north end of lake Whatcom.
Easy. Be aware of cougars. Avoid early morning or past sunset.
30 locals recommend
Stimpson Family Nature Preserve
2076 Lake Louise RoadEasy. Be aware of cougars. Avoid early morning or past sunset.
Lake Padden Park
4882 S Samish WayEasy
Hard. Almost all uphill but amazing view of the San Juan Islands. Take extra water in the summer.
55 locals recommend
Oyster Dome Trailhead
Pacific Northwest TrailHard. Almost all uphill but amazing view of the San Juan Islands. Take extra water in the summer.
Neighborhoods
Oldest area in BHAM. Lots of cute stores, shops and trinkets. Best bookstore is Village Books in Fairhaven. Make sure to stop in!
122 locals recommend
Fairhaven
Oldest area in BHAM. Lots of cute stores, shops and trinkets. Best bookstore is Village Books in Fairhaven. Make sure to stop in!
Sudden Valley
Blaine
Anacortes
Birch Bay
Food scene
Great small restaurant with the best wontons around! Order a cocktail, they’re also amazing.
16 locals recommend
Redlight
109 N State StGreat small restaurant with the best wontons around! Order a cocktail, they’re also amazing.
Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro
1107 Railroad AveCarnal
1234 North State StreetStoria Cucina
109 Grand AveBlack Sheep on Holly
211 West Holly StreetThe Birch Door Cafe
4192 Meridian StHokkai Ramen & Sushi
4277 Meridian StreetSeñor Lopez Mexican Restaurant
1200 Cornwall AvenueBars/Breweries
You MUST check out Bellingham’s breweries and bars. There are so many and they are ALL amazing!
Our favorite Bellingham bar. They’ll make you anything based on flavors you like, spirits you like, and your mood. Super quaint with awesome bar tenders.
BACK DOOR
1119 Railroad AvenueOur favorite Bellingham bar. They’ll make you anything based on flavors you like, spirits you like, and your mood. Super quaint with awesome bar tenders.
Twin Sisters Brewing Company
500 Carolina StAmazing outdoor space with great beer and food.
Our newest favorite brewery. Views of the bay and a food truck. Gets busy!
16 locals recommend
GRUFF Brewing Co.
104 E Maple StOur newest favorite brewery. Views of the bay and a food truck. Gets busy!
Kulshan Brewing Company
2238 James StSolid local brewery
Stemma Brewing
2039 Moore StOur favorite beer in town. Clean warehouse vibe a little stale.
Wander Brewing
1807 Dean AveGreat beer and outdoor space with local food trucks nightly.
Galloways Cocktail Bar
1200 10th StNice speakeasy vibe with great cocktails.
Relaxation
Spa, Massage, etc
Kara's Beauty Barn
1711 Pence AvePNW Scenic Drives
We love to hop in the car and explore. There are so many gems in our area! So park some water, shoes, snacks and take a drive!
North Cascades National Park
Mount Baker
Chuckanut Drive North
Chuckanut Drive North