Matt & Chrissy

Saturday, June 21, 2025 • Bellingham, WA
37 Days To Go!

Matt & Chrissy

Saturday, June 21, 2025 • Bellingham, WA
37 Days To Go!

Not Sure what to do in Bellingham? Below are some options to explore whether you want to be active and outdoors or shop and explore downtown. The city has so many walking trails with stunning views, a great art and historical district, and phenomenal food and drink.

Outdoor Activities

Oyster Dome Trailhead

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Pacific NW Trail, Bow, WA 98232, USA

A staple of Bellingham this 5 mile hike gains 2,000 feet in elevation and ends with stunning 360 view. It is a really popular hike so to avoid crowds you may want to go early. Discovery Pass or $10 at trailhead required.

Website

Larrabee State Park

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245 Chuckanut Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229, USA
(360) 676-2093

Great state park right on the water to explore with family or friends. Stunning views at every turn.

Whatcom Falls Park

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1401 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229, USA
(360) 778-7000

Chuckanut Drive

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Hugging the shoreline just south of Bellingham, Chuckanut Drive is Washington State's original scenic byway. Shown on maps as WA State Highway 11, the route begins at I-5 exit 231 in Burlington and continues 20 miles north to Bellingham.


Exploring Bellingham

Fairhaven Village

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1020 Harris Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA

If you love great food, boutique shopping, an amazing art scene and getting outside in a small town, you will love Bellingham’s Fairhaven Village. All shops and restaurants are walkable and close to a gorgeous walking trail along the water.

Sculpture Gardens

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You can head to Big Rock Sculpture Garden OR the Western Washington University Outdoor Sculpture Collection to take in the art scene in Bellingham.

SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention

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1312 Bay St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
(360) 738-3886

Bellingham Farmers Market

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1100 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
(360) 647-2060

Explore the Farmer's Market from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm,

Food & Drink

Chuckanut Bay Distillery

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1311 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
(360) 738-7179

Our wedding venue is also a fully operational distillery! Come for a tasting, lunch, or a tour.

Aslan Brewing Company

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1330 N Forest St, Bellingham, WA 98225, USA
(360) 393-4106

Stop by Matt's favorite brewery for a drink!

Explore Dining

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Explore dining and drink options all around town! From water views at the lighthouse to food trucks and breweries.