Bellingham-Mt. Baker Trip Planner

Welcome to Bellingham-Mt. Baker, Washington State

The Bellingham-Mount Baker area lies just south of Canada's border with Washington. From the coast to the lakes to the mountains, the environment surrounding Bellingham and Mount Baker is an outdoor enthusiast's dream come true. Kayak rentals and tours are available along the coast, offering the opportunity to see the coastal environment up close as well as a chance to see whales that frequent these waters. Further inland, there are hundreds of miles of trails that provide access to mountain biking and hiking, allowing visitors to go from the sea to sky all in one day. Depending on the time of year, there are different events that visitors can take in, from the Bellingham Music Festival to the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, which celebrates the spring bloom every April in Mount Vernon. In winter, ski enthusiasts take the 56-mi (90-km) trip from Bellingham to the Mt. Baker Ski Resort.