South State Home Guidebook
Food & Drinks
Located less than 10 minutes walking distance or a 3 minute drive! Keenan's is a high end restaurant with a view of the Boardwalk and Bellingham Bay, and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also have a bar with an excellent happy hour daily from 3-6pm. Open daily (holidays may vary) from 7am-9pm, reservations for the dining area recommended.
30 residents recomanen
Keenan's at the Pier
804 10th StreetLocated less than 10 minutes walking distance or a 3 minute drive! Keenan's is a high end restaurant with a view of the Boardwalk and Bellingham Bay, and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also have a bar with an excellent happy hour daily from 3-6pm. Open daily (holidays may vary) from 7am-9pm, reservations for the dining area recommended.
Also located within walking distance or a short drive into Fairhaven on the 3rd floor of the old-world Sycamore Square building. They offer a classic American bistro-style menu and a full bar. I love this spot for the bay views, moody lighting, exposed brick, and original hardwood floors that you can still see the black char from a fire and notorious drug bust that happened in 1983.
37 residents recomanen
The Black Cat
1200 Harris AveAlso located within walking distance or a short drive into Fairhaven on the 3rd floor of the old-world Sycamore Square building. They offer a classic American bistro-style menu and a full bar. I love this spot for the bay views, moody lighting, exposed brick, and original hardwood floors that you can still see the black char from a fire and notorious drug bust that happened in 1983.
A bit of a drive, but so worth it for this hidden gem! A small restaurant located off North Shore Drive along Lake Whatcom that offers fine dining and an excellent brunch menu on Saturday & Sunday. The dinner ambiance is romantic, and the food and drinks here are crafted with expertise and never disappoints.
24 residents recomanen
Fork At Agate Bay
2530 N Shore RdA bit of a drive, but so worth it for this hidden gem! A small restaurant located off North Shore Drive along Lake Whatcom that offers fine dining and an excellent brunch menu on Saturday & Sunday. The dinner ambiance is romantic, and the food and drinks here are crafted with expertise and never disappoints.
Absolute MUST for breakfast & lunch! The Mount Bakery also has a second location in Fairhaven, but the downtown one is my favorite. They have the most amazing Belgian waffles, omelettes, and the best cinnamon roll you'll ever have in your life (trust me).
36 residents recomanen
Mount Bakery Cafe Downtown
308 W Champion StAbsolute MUST for breakfast & lunch! The Mount Bakery also has a second location in Fairhaven, but the downtown one is my favorite. They have the most amazing Belgian waffles, omelettes, and the best cinnamon roll you'll ever have in your life (trust me).
This cozy and bustling coffee shop is located just steps away in Boulevard Park! Grab your morning coffee and a treat and walk along the Boardwalk to Fairhaven or take the Interurban Trail into Downtown Bellingham.
57 residents recomanen
Woods Coffee
470 Bayview DrThis cozy and bustling coffee shop is located just steps away in Boulevard Park! Grab your morning coffee and a treat and walk along the Boardwalk to Fairhaven or take the Interurban Trail into Downtown Bellingham.
Nightlife
My favorite venue for live music! Check out their show calendar at www.wildbuffalo.net
39 residents recomanen
Wild Buffalo House Of Music
208 W Holly StMy favorite venue for live music! Check out their show calendar at www.wildbuffalo.net
Outdoor Adventures
World class mountain biking within riding distance from our home! Over 65 miles of single track that winds through 3,000 acres overlooking the city and Bellingham Bay.
Two main points of access:
Southside: 4980 Samish Way in the parking lot (you can't miss it) directly across the street from Galbraith Lane road, or park at Lake Padden and ride to the trailhead.
Northside: 1206 Birch Street access point with street parking, or park at Whatcom Falls Park and ride to the entrance.
For more info and maps visit www.wmbcmtb.org
22 residents recomanen
Galbraith Mountain Trails
Tower RoadWorld class mountain biking within riding distance from our home! Over 65 miles of single track that winds through 3,000 acres overlooking the city and Bellingham Bay.
Two main points of access:
Southside: 4980 Samish Way in the parking lot (you can't miss it) directly across the street from Galbraith Lane road, or park at Lake Padden and ride to the trailhead.
Northside: 1206 Birch Street access point with street parking, or park at Whatcom Falls Park and ride to the entrance.
For more info and maps visit www.wmbcmtb.org
7 mile out and back hike with trail access from Chuckanut Drive, or a slightly tricky drive up Blanchard Mountain to an alternate trailhead, this hike features bay views and stunning foliage along the way. It is rated as difficult on AllTrails and best used from April-October. The view at the top is absolutely worth the effort!
55 residents recomanen
Oyster Dome Trailhead
Pacific Northwest Trail7 mile out and back hike with trail access from Chuckanut Drive, or a slightly tricky drive up Blanchard Mountain to an alternate trailhead, this hike features bay views and stunning foliage along the way. It is rated as difficult on AllTrails and best used from April-October. The view at the top is absolutely worth the effort!
Just under 4 mile trail that loops around Fragrance Lake. Rated as moderate on AllTrails, and is accessible all year round. Great hike that won't take up your entire day!
20 residents recomanen
Fragrance Lake Trailhead
291 WA-11Just under 4 mile trail that loops around Fragrance Lake. Rated as moderate on AllTrails, and is accessible all year round. Great hike that won't take up your entire day!
Bellingham's home mountain for winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, or even sledding!
In the late Spring-early Fall be sure to check out Artist Point, also found in this guidebook.
106 residents recomanen
Estació d'esquí del Mont Baker
Mount Baker HighwayBellingham's home mountain for winter sports like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, or even sledding!
In the late Spring-early Fall be sure to check out Artist Point, also found in this guidebook.
Located near the top of Mount Baker and the ski area, Artist Point is a great 3 mile loop trail with stunning mountain views, and its a beautiful drive up the 542 Mount Baker Highway to get there!
70 residents recomanen
Artist Point
Located near the top of Mount Baker and the ski area, Artist Point is a great 3 mile loop trail with stunning mountain views, and its a beautiful drive up the 542 Mount Baker Highway to get there!