Whatcom County has a reputation built on its summers. Blue skies over Bellingham Bay, long evenings in Fairhaven, kayaks in the water and bikes on the trails. It earns it. But the county has a different season that doesn’t get nearly as much attention — and if you’ve ever watched a storm roll across the […]
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The best things to do in Birch Bay WA all start with the water. This shallow, west-facing bay along Whatcom County’s western edge warms up faster than the open coast, which is why it turns into the county’s beach town every summer. Bellingham locals drive up for the day. Guests staying nearby build whole weekends
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Anacortes is a working town. The fishing boats come in at Seafarers Memorial Park, the ferry lines form before sunrise, and most people passing through are either heading somewhere or coming back from one of the San Juan Islands. This isn’t a food destination in the way Bellingham or La Conner have become. It’s a
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Anacortes sits at the northwest edge of Fidalgo Island, connected to the mainland by two bridges and to the rest of the world, it sometimes feels, by ferry. It’s a working town with a fishing heritage, a walkable downtown, and more outdoor access per square mile than most visitors expect. If you’ve only passed through
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Bellingham’s food scene is vast and varied — more range than most visitors expect for a city this size. Having a local recommendation in your pocket makes the difference between a reliable visit and an afternoon spent scrolling through reviews. The best restaurants in Bellingham aren’t always on the main tourist routes, and the most
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Spring in Bellingham arrives quietly. The rain slows. The trails soften. Light starts staying a little longer each week, and suddenly there’s a version of this city you’d forgotten about over winter. If you’re planning a visit, or you live here and just need an excuse to get back outside, here’s a look at what
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The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival runs the entire month of April, but the people who get the most out of it show up on a Tuesday morning when the bloom is peaking and the parking lots are still half-full. On a good year, the fields are hundreds of acres of color across a flat agricultural
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Spring in PNW Washington means different things depending on elevation. In the mountains and around the lakes, from Glacier down through Bellingham to the South Lake Whatcom area, spring is a transition season. Snow still sits at higher elevations while trails open up below. Waterfalls run full from snowmelt. The landscape shifts from white to
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Galbraith Mountain is a defining aspect of mountain biking in Bellingham, Washington. Located just minutes from downtown, this forested trail system has become a singular destination. Currently more than 70 miles of purpose-built single track, Galbraith offers a mix of accessibility and variety that continues to draw riders from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
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The Pacific Northwest blends wild landscapes with a creative spirit that runs deep—and exploring local art and culture in the Pacific Northwest is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the region. Whether you’re staying in Bellingham, Anacortes, La Conner, Glacier, or on Lummi Island, you’ll find galleries, studios, and creative spaces that reflect
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