Whatcom Falls Park

Category: Park in Bellingham, Washington

Address: 1401 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229, USA

Phone: +13607787000

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–10PM

Monday: 6AM–10PM

Tuesday: 6AM–10PM

Wednesday: 6AM–10PM

Thursday: 6AM–10PM

Friday: 6AM–10PM

Saturday: 6AM–10PM

Reviews

E B

Aug 3, 2022

Free parking but signage is terrible. I didn’t even know which direction to go towards and just listened for the falls. They’re pretty but way too crowded with large groups and zero courtesy towards others. It’s not mobility friendly as there’s a steep incline. Don’t go in the summer. Much too crowded. Lots of kids jumping into the water with rocks beneath which was concerning. Pathway is narrow as well. Dog friendly but keep your dog on a leash as there are deer.

Kellin Bonilla

Jul 12, 2022

This is my favourite park in Bellingham. Lots of trails to explore, with many places to stop and enjoy the serenity of nature. There are several falls along the creek, the largest of which is near the east end of the park. Water flow is strongest in the winter and spring. While exploring off trail is possible, and fun, please note that the rocks here get extremely slippery when wet. The park is accessible by car with lots of parking near the main falls in the eastern portion of the park. The Silver Beach access road off Lakeway gets you very near the main falls and several trails. Accessing the park on foot is delightfully easy as there are entry points on all sides of the park. While biking is possible on the trails, there are several trails that have steep stairs.

Vinti Bang

Jul 5, 2022

A very serene area where the falls are flowing. Loved the peace and calm there. Just after a very short hike up the falls you will find another small falls - we saw lot of young people playing,bathing and swimming there - looked fun but I think i read no swimming in falls somewhere in the park so not sure if this was allowed. The small playground is nice for less then 4 years old kids.

R Cass

Feb 1, 2022

Beautiful, easy trails. We parked near the hatchery which is close to the falls. Just a short hike down the trail and we got to see the falls, the bridge and take in the nature.

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Questions & Answers

Think I could get away with setting up a simple small arch for a wedding ceremony without a permit?

Kristina Schimming | May 5, 2021
Adam | May 6, 2021

YOLO!

Is the waterfall access wheelchair accessible?

Lanju Si | May 5, 2021
Roger Corbin | May 6, 2021

Yes, from the parking lot there is a paved walking/bike path along the river to the near by Whatcom Falls (1/4 mile) or less depending on how you want to go...... There's also Lake Whatcom with a lot of access.....

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Is there a place near here that you can camp?

Samantha Sanderson | May 6, 2019
Auston Ošlapas YouTube | May 7, 2019

Your not allowed to camp in the park, or park there overnight, but if you could it would be amazing😉 for legit camping try larabee state park (south 15~ miles) or birch bay state park north 30~ miles? Rv or tent spaces, and showers at both, Larrabee state park is smaller and could fill up, so call ahead at peak season to make reservations as needed. Enjoy the park I often say that if whatcom falls was in Illionois it would be a National Park.

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Is it open today?

Maurene Chow | May 6, 2018
Ron Raymundo | May 7, 2018

.... It's a park

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When is the fishing derby for children at Derby Pond this year (2018)?

Deborah Young | May 5, 2020
Noah Goffin | May 6, 2020

Tuesday

How long is the trail?

Wayne Wilson | May 6, 2018
Gail Northey | May 7, 2018

Several Trails available, of varying lengths. There are Trail markers indicating distance of trails at strategic locations throughout the park.

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When dose your pump track open

rowin peterka | May 6, 2018
T Mc | May 7, 2018

Is open but temporarily closed for repairs.

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Is there a fee for the park

Barbara Stamelias | May 6, 2018
Paul Lindsey | May 7, 2018

No

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Any way to sneak in?

ѕтєνє | Aug 8, 2021
The Falken | Aug 9, 2021

There are cybernetic centurions all through this free park that will know if you have snuck in ;)

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Having a steal grate going across the old water tube slides less dangerous or more danger rious? I know the answer to this question I've done both ways... Have a nice day!!!!

Dane Loewen | Jun 9, 2021
Mark Behee | Jun 10, 2021

It's just called danger slide 😎

can anglers fish in the park, not in derby pond, but in other areas?

jack roessler | Jun 9, 2021
Schin Haakenson | Jun 10, 2021

Yes. Only Derby Pond is off limits to 15+, rest of the park is open (based on current fishing guidelines).

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How long it takes the hike to get to the Fall?

Rattanak Chea | May 5, 2021
Jennifer Davis | May 6, 2021

1 minute

Can I buy a discover pass here?

Sally Letherman | May 5, 2021
Gagan Chopra | May 6, 2021

We don't think it is a state park. There were no signs anywhere saying discover pass is needed. Neither were any county park signs around. It is likely a City Park.

Is the trails open for horse riding?

Cathy Hinds | May 5, 2020
Rustyn Clark | May 6, 2020

No horses. Bikes, strollers, dogs, and people feet are welcome. While there's no signage prohibiting horses, most of the trails, bridges, and stairs would probably not be easy for a horse to traverse.

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Are the dirt paths level for heavy duty wheel chairs?

Barbara Acquistapace | May 6, 2019
Shnuzel S | May 7, 2019

There are wide paths to use but also tree roots that could cause some bumps. You can get to the waterfall easily from lower parking lot though.

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Are any of the trails paved for wheelchair access?

Emmy Rosinbum | May 6, 2019
Quinton Moffatt | May 7, 2019

Yes, some of the park is wheelchair accessible but none of the trails in the woods are

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Can you barbecue?

Tamra Sue M | May 6, 2019
Debbie Reece | May 7, 2019

Yes you can BBQ, I think there are BBQ's already there.

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Is this good for casual biking?

John Kapuscinski | May 6, 2019
Christopher Van Vleck | May 7, 2019

Yes

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Can dogs be off leash

Michelle Entwistle | May 6, 2019
Krista Gordon | May 7, 2019

There is an off leash part of the trail on the southside of the creek by the cemetery. It can be accessed by the bridge west of the water treatment plant.

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