Whatcom County

The Top 20 Lakes in Whatcom County

Looking to visit the best lakes in Whatcom County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Whatcom County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Diablo Lake Trailhead and Ferry

Lake Ann

Hopkins Pass & Lake junction

Fire and Ice Trail

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Fragrance Lake Trail
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Fragrance Lake is part of Larrabee State Park, which became Washington’s first state park after a 20-acre parcel of land was donated by the Larrabee family in 1915.

The lake …
Tip by Christopher
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Pyramid Lake Trail
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Up, up, up – over 3.7 miles (out and back) the Pyramid Lake Trail will take you directly up the mountain to the idyllic Pyramid Lake.
Tip by Caro "Bandit"
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View of Diablo Lake
Hiking Highlight
Take a seat on the wooden bench and enjoy the amazing view over Diablo Lake. Its turquoise color is especially brilliant on the sunny day.
Tip by Caro "Bandit"
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Lower Bagley Lake
Hiking Highlight
A short loop trail leads you to this beautiful alpine setting. Follow the Bagley Lakes Trail from here at Lower Bagley Lake to the slightly bigger Upper Bagley Lake.
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Derby Pond
Mountain Biking Highlight
Nestled along the Whatcom Creek Greenway, Derby Pond is a true angler's paradise. Spanning over 23 acres, it is home to abundant largemouth bass and other fish species, making it …
Tip by Sue
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Diablo Lake Trailhead and Ferry
Hiking Highlight
From here you can take the trail along the shore of Diablo Lake. If you're here at the right time you can take the ferry one way and hike the …
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Lake Ann
Hiking Highlight
Enjoy this beautiful alpine lake at the base of Mt Shuksan, where you will enjoy close up views of the glaciers and the waterfalls streaming down the mountain from their …
Tip by Teri S
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Hopkins Pass & Lake junction
Hiking Highlight
A spur trail of approximately 0.1 miles will take you south and down to Hopkins Lake, whre you find a campsite for two tents near the shore. The lake is …
Tip by Caro "Bandit"
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Fire and Ice Trail
Hiking Highlight
The Fire and Ice Trail is an easy loop telling you the story of how glaciers – like the Coleman Glacier – and volcanoes like Mount Baker itself shaped the …
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