Whatcom Falls Park Winter Walk Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Feb 7, 2026; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM  (Pacific)

Organized By: Mt Baker Group

Location: 1700 Silver Beach Road, Bellingham

Map | Directions

Event Organizers:
Laura Rainey
   outdoorlrainey@gmail.com
   (562) 972-2553

Join us on this leisurely paced, easy hike (3 miles RT, 50 ft elevation gain) along Whatcom Creek, through Whatcom Falls Park to Bloedel Donovan Park, and back to the historic stone bridge to view the beautiful main falls of Whatcom Creek.  We will meet at the trailhead near the parking lot at 1:00pm.

We will start at the trailhead near parking lot at the end of Silver Beach Road, and will proceed northeast, past the fish hatchery and past Derby Pond. Upon reaching the bridge, we will cross Whatcom Creek towards Railroad Trail. We will proceed north along Railroad Trail and pass Scudder's Pond and Whatcom Lagoon until we reach Electric Avenue. We will then return to the bridge and work our way north to Bloedel Donovan Park, for a nice viewing of Lake Whatcom. We will then return back along Whatcom Creek to the stone bridge to view the main Whatcom Falls. A detailed map of the area can be found here. 

Two single stall, non-gender-specific restrooms are located near the parking lot/trailhead. Dogs on leash are welcome. 

No vaccine or tests are required for this outing. You may be walking with people who are vaccinated and unvaccinated. You are welcome to wear a mask if it makes you comfortable. Please stay home if you are sick or experiencing any COVID symptoms.
All participants in Sierra Club activities are required to sign a standard Participation Agreement when RSVPing or at the trailhead. You can review the agreement form at the trailhead or here. 
If you have any medical issues the leaders should know about, please tell the leader in person before you start the walk. You may also provide pertinent medical information about yourself (emergency contact, allergies, medications, and general medical history) on a Sierra Club medical form that is available here or from the leader at the meeting point. Your medical information will be referred to or passed along to emergency responders if you have a medical emergency during the walk. It is a good idea to keep a copy in your pack.

Level: Easy

Cost: Free

Signup Instructions: Please RSVP so we know how many folks to expect!

Bring: Appropriate clothing layers for weather, footwear with traction to deal with mud and possible stairs, snacks, water

Additional Directions: Driving: From I-5, take exit 253 to Lakeway Drive. Continue east on Lakeway Drive for just under 1.5 miles. Turn left onto Silver Beach Rd and follow it to the parking lot.Transit: Take the bus to the trailhead! Plan your trip by bus using TOTAGO.com or https://www.ridewta.com/

Carpool: Carpooling is welcome and encouraged, but carpools must be self-organized.

Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.

Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather

Read more about Whatcom Falls Park via Washington Trails Association