photos this page-top to bottom: Jon Brunk, Jenny Leak, Joe Staiano
photos this page-top to bottom: Jon Brunk, Jenny Leak, Joe Staiano
Stop by our office for
visitor information
I-5 exit 253, 904 Potter St.
Bellingham, WA
Open daily: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Authentic
A scenic paddle through
Bellingham Bay.
Below left: There’s plenty to
explore at Fragrance Lake in
Ferndale.
Below right: Relaxing is an
artform at Boulevard Park.
Right: Bellingham’s Farme
SpendtimeinoneofBellingham’scafes,bookstores
or parks and ask anyone why they love this corner of the
Pacific Northwest.Different as they’ll be,the answers are
alwaysconsistentinspirit:“Icameher
Philip Cantrick
architectureisrestored,newbuildingsmostoftenrise,state-
of-the-art, with strong references to the best of the past.
There is a sense of style here that is at once traditional and
cut photos this page-top to bottom: Jon Brunk, Jenny Leak, Joe Staiano
photos this page-top to bottom: Jon Brunk, Jenny Leak, Joe Staiano
Stop by our office for visitor information I-5 exit 253, 904 Potter St. Bellingham, WA Open daily: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Authentic A scenic paddle through Bellingham Bay. Below left: There’s plenty to explore at Fragrance Lake in Ferndale. Below right: Relaxing is an artform at Boulevard Park. Right: Bellingham’s Farme
SpendtimeinoneofBellingham’scafes,bookstores or parks and ask anyone why they love this corner of the Pacific Northwest.Different as they’ll be,the answers are alwaysconsistentinspirit:“Icameher
Philip Cantrick architectureisrestored,newbuildingsmostoftenrise,state- of-the-art, with strong references to the best of the past. There is a sense of style here that is at once traditional and cut
Accessible Getting here—Settling In Bellinghamisjust90milesnorthofSeattle on Interstate-5 and 20 miles south of the Canadianborder.GettingupfromPortlandis a partial day trip on Amtrak and as eas
Exhilarating Robert James Fairhaven One of the best ways to approach fromthesouthistogetoffI-5atexit 231 past Burlington and follow the coastline along the fabled Chuckanut Drive (SR 11), conside
Robert James DINING & SHOPPING in Historic Fairhaven FOOD & SPIRITS Colophon Café | 360-647-0092 1208 11th St. Award-winning food in a casual “bovine” atmosphere. Dirty Dan Harris’ | 360-676-1011 1
Relaxing Kathi Howell This page: A young family takes advantage of a beautiful evening for a stroll in Boulevard Park. Right top: Enjoy Bellingham Bay by boat or boardwa
From Fairhaven to Downtown On Foot Bellinghamsters love their bay.They play on it;they fish it;theycommentonitsmanymoods;andwatchitwithan awe that borders on worship. So it’s reasonable that they
Unspoiled Downtown Bellingham It feels like Belgium. Depot Market on Railroad Avenue between East Chestnut Street and East Maple Street is a lofty, steel and glass structure that provides overhea
Old Town and the Arts District OnWestHollyStreetastringofantiqueandsecond- hand stores flank the street. Prices are good and so are the eyes that have assembled these finds in their respectivesh
Authentic Excellent dining options with a flair When your stomach growls, you’ll find restaurants where owners spend the bulk of their time in the kitchen, then swan out onto the floor to greet cu
Along the Waterfront At the north end of town,Bellwether on the Bay is an upscale development making an interesting counterpoint toFairhaven.Thisisavillageoflarge,stylishcontemporary buildings,ech
Fresh LOCALLY GROWN Everybody’s Store | 360-592-2297 Highway 9, Van Zandt. World famous general store. Local artisan cheeses, sausage & deli-gifts and organic groceries. everybodys.com VIS Seafoods
Caroline Kinsman Caroline Kinsman Above: The new Depot Market provides shelter for vendors and shoppers alike. Jon Brunk Left and opposite: A mouthwatering selection of fresh fruits, vegetables an
Unspoiled The roads less traveled DuringyourstayintheBellinghamMt.Bakerregion,be suretomaketimeforadrivingtour.Ashortloopwilltake you along the south shore of picturesque Lake Whatcom, up St
Keith Lazelle Left: Spend a sweet morning picking from one of the many “U-Pick” berry farms in the Lynden area. Above: The majestic bald eagle is a common sight in Whatcom County. Below: Festive cos
Accessible If you don’t take the Sumas cut-off,State Highway 542, the Mount Baker Highway,will continue east to Glacier. Stopforlunchordinner,atMilanos,Graham’sRestaurant or on the way back to Bel
Northwest Whatcom County A few miles north of Bellingham, you’ll find the little hamlet of Ferndale.This vibrant and growing community situated on the banks of the Nooksack River features an invit
Relaxing Mark Heimer Birch Bay & Blaine To reach Birch Bay and Blaine from Ferndale, you could head back to I-5 or,if you’re so inclined, enjoytheruralfarmandwetlandjourneybycruising through the
Water and Whales WildernesssurroundsBellingham,thewildernessofland and the wilderness of sea.Not to be outdone,the critters out in the water are as busy as the ones in town and in the woods.The
Fresh Lummi Island side trip AnicedetouronyourroutebacktoBellinghamwill take you west on Slater Road through the ancestral homelandoftheLummiNationandtothenon-tribal destinationofLummiIsland.
Lummi Island fishermen under a glorious summer sky. Bellingham.org | Visitors Guide 2008 23 Rod del Pozo
Challenging This page: Fresh powder in the morning is a skier’s delight. Opposite top: Mt. Shuksan and Picture Lake, with summer wildflowers. Peter James Opposite bottom: Mount Baker is legen
Peter James Mount Baker— Magnificent any season “The Mountain” (a.k.a. Mt. Baker) has become our trademark, and for good reason. Hailing visi- tors for hundreds of miles before they enter the reg
FESTIVALS & EVENTS For a complete guide to happenings in our area, and specific event dates, pick up a current list at the tourism office, or visit bellingham.org. MARCH: “WINGS OVER WATER” BIRDING
GOLF The Bellingham Mt Baker region offers a wide variety of golf courses and is consistently rated one of the Best Small Golf Cities in the nation. Dakota Creek Golf Course | 360-366-3131 3258
David Scherrer The Whatcom Museum of History & Art, housed in the 1890s old city hall, is dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibit and interpretation of this region’s art and cultural his
PERFORMING ARTS Bellingham Theatre Guild Playhouse | 360-733-1811 1600 H Street, Bellingham. Founded in 1929, the Bellingham Theatre Guild is one of the oldest continuously running theatres on the We
Exhilarating Many national acts tour the Mount Baker Theatre. 30 Bellingham.org | Visitors Guide 2008 The Mount Baker Theatre in downtow
Tour the outdoor sculpture collection at Western Washington University Western Washington University Bellingham.org | Visitors Guide 2007 31
Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro 1107 Railroad Ave. 360-647-5593 A historic warehouse featuring award winning hand-crafted ales & lagers. Uniquely diverse lunch and dinner menus. Enjoy the family bis
Flats Tapas Bar | 360-738-6001 1307 11th St., Historic Fairhaven. Simple, elegant, delicious— fine dining in a casual environment. Winner of Wine Enthusiasts Magazine ‘Restaurant of Distinction’ Awar
Silver Reef Casino 0XOFECZ6QQFS4LBHJU*OEJBO5SJCF 34 Bellingham.org | Visitors Guide 2008 ENTERTAINMENT IS OUR GAME! CASINORESORT EnjoytheMostPopularSlots&TableGa
Jenny Chatterton CAMPING | Campgrounds & RV Parks There are more than 30 campgrounds in the region—two State Parks, several US Forest Service and many individually-owned campgrounds. Most ta
Lookingfor ahome? www.muljatgroup.com www.muljatlistings.com Searchalllistings,24hoursaday. MainOffice•360-733-3030 YourOne-StopLocalRealtor ® A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE Quality of life isn’t
REAL ESTATE SERVICES Dawn Durand, Windermere | 360-734-7500 515 Bakerview Road. Voted “Best Realtor” by the Business Journal in 2002. dawndurand.com. (see ad left) Fairhaven Realty | 360-676-8990, 8
Accessible Christine Jenkins Let’s Go! SEE ALASKA FerryAlaska.com The Alaska Marine Highway travels a route so special it has been named a National Scenic Byway. Bring your car or RV and begin y
BY AIR: Bellingham International Airport | 360-676-2500 Commercial, corporate and general aviation, U.S. customs port of entry. Provides frequent daily flights with convenient connections to SeaTac A
Relaxing STAY WITH US Danny Wayne Lauve/TLD Pro Imagery Slipawaytoarusticretreatinthemountains or let yourself be pampered at one of our boutique hotels on the water....you’ll find that there’s
Danny Wayne Lauve/TLD Pro Imagery Bellingham.org | Visitors Guide 2008 41
Rate Codes: A= Under $59/night B = $60-$99/night C = $100+/night Ammenities Code: R = Restaurant, L = Lounge, H = Hot Tub, OP = Outdoor Pool, IP = Indoor Pool, S = Sauna HOTELS/MOTELS Bellwether, Ho
Need help? Let our lighthouse guide you. The Bellingham Mt. Baker Tourism Visitor Center is the pe
Rate Codes: A= Under $59/night B = $60-$99/night C = $100+/night Ammenities Code: R = Restaurant, L = Lounge, H = Hot Tub, OP = Outdoor Pool, IP = Indoor Pool, S = Sauna HOTELS/MOTELS Holiday Inn Ex
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