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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Bellingham

Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Bellingham

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3.2

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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Bellingham

04:04

59.5km

1,110m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.61 km for 96 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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593 m

Whatcom Creek Greenway

Nature Reserve

3.33 km

Whatcom Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whatcom Falls is accessible via a short paved path from the parking lot off Lakeway Drive. There is a small pool at the bottom that is sometimes used for swimming. …

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3.60 km

Whirlpool Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whirlpool Falls is the most popular falls and swimming spot in Whatcom Falls park.

There is an 8-foot waterfall that is surrounded by 20 to 25 foot cliffs. The pool …

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4.02 km

Derby Pond

Highlight • Lake

Hikers can head north along Whatcom Creek to reach the fish hatchery. Trout are raised here to feed Washington state lakes, streams and ponds (including nearby Derby Pond). Watch for …

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4.69 km

Railroad Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful bridge along the Railroad Trail. The trail is built along an old railroad bed and this bridge is one of the old rail bridges. Now it is only open to walkers and cyclists.

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5.14 km

Lake Whatcom is a large lake that is 10 miles long and 1 mile wide. It is the drinking water source for Bellingham.

The lake is a popular area for motor boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities.

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20.8 km

View of Lake Whatcom

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just off the Chanterelle Trail there is an overlook spot providing amazing views of Lake Whatcom and the surrounding hills.

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40.2 km

South Bay Drive – View of Lake Whatcom

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

South Bay Drive is a scenic, curvy road that wraps around the south end of Lake Whatcom. As you continue going north, the road kicks up a bit for a fin climb through the forest!

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59.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.2 km

9.63 km

7.50 km

7.27 km

2.97 km

Surfaces

35.6 km

16.8 km

6.21 km

1.04 km

Elevation

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Highest point (830 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Friday 28 August

23°C

14°C

31 %

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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Bellingham

Whatcom Falls

Whirlpool Falls

Derby Pond

Railroad Trail Bridge

Lake Whatcom

View of Lake Whatcom

South Bay Drive – View of Lake Whatcom

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