North Cascades can be accessed as part of the Cascade Loop! Learn more about this amazing scenic round trip (and its wondrous connecting outings such as Chuckanut Drive up to Bellingham). Have fun exploring! Use caution on access roads: watch for obstructions such as rocks, sudden bends, and parked vehicles/pedestrians.

From the Cascade Mountains to the Salish Sea waters, Whatcom County is full of natural landmarks. These mountains and waters provide endless outdoor recreation opportunities near Bellingham. This guide provides an overview of each landmark, including things to …

Mount Baker, or Koma Kulsan, is an iconic, glaciated stratovolcano located outside Bellingham, WA. You can spot the 10,781-foot mountain from various spots around Bellingham and surrounding Whatcom County, but here are a few places where the …

Also known as "P-kowitz," meaning "White Mountain," Mount Baker is one of the crown jewels of the North Cascade Mountain Range. The active stratovolcano is located around 30 miles from Bellingham. It is heavily covered in glaciers, second only to Mount Rainier.

2023年3月21日 · These impressive peaks are the only Cascade Mountains to reach the sea. This seaside status enables several mountainous views overlooking the San Juan Islands. And for even more to explore, Bellingham makes an excellent Mount Baker basecamp.

Visit Bellingham and the surrounding Whatcom County for abundant nature, outdoor adventure and sweeping scenery from the Salish Sea to Mt. Baker and North Cascades National Park. Savor farm to table menus, craft brews, family moments, a vibrant arts scene and charming historical treasures.

Within view of Bellingham is majestic Mount Baker, rising 10,781 feet above sea level. Drive to the base of the giant volcanic peak and take in the sight of hundreds of wildflowers surrounded by snow-covered mountains. From water to mountain peaks, Bellingham offers a variety of experiences for summer travelers.

Bellingham has many beautiful trails, many of them lead to lakes or forests but there are some that have breathtaking mountain top views as well. Almost any hike at Mount Baker will have incredible views, and I have included my favorites.

Hike in the Chuckanut Mountains, kayak in Bellingham Bay (for something extra special, go on a bioluminescence tour with Moondance Sea Kayak Adventures), or simply explore one of Bellingham’s numerous local parks and greenways, like Whatcom Falls. Wherever you are in Bellingham, it’s easy to slip into a pocket of nature and reconnect with ...

From peaceful meadows filled with colorful wildflowers to front-row views of glaciers, hiking in Mount Baker offers breathtaking scenery and a variety of trails for all abilities. Those who want to summit Mount Baker can hire a local guide through Cascade Mountain Ascents.