Discover Bellingham's extensive trail systems and how they connect the city's diverse neighborhoods. We explore both well-known paths and hidden gems that make Bellingham a paradise for walkers, joggers, and cyclists of all experience levels.
• Trail systems throughout Bellingham allow users to loop around the entire city with minimal road travel
• Chuckanut and southern areas feature Fragrance Lake trails and the Interurban connecting to Fairhaven
• Waterfront trails link Boulevard Park through downtown with stunning bay views
• Eastern neighborhoods (Barkley, Roosevelt, Alabama Hill) offer the most accessible trail connections
• Whatcom Falls Park provides family-friendly recreation with waterfalls, swimming holes and playgrounds
• Galbraith Mountain features 20+ miles of trails for mountain bikers of all skill levels
• Lake Padden's loop and surrounding trails connect back to southern neighborhoods
• Most trails are dog-friendly but check regulations as some areas have restrictions
• Many trails feature well-maintained gravel surfaces with good tree canopy for year-round use
• Apps like All Trails and Trail Forks help newcomers navigate the extensive network
Know before you go - check which trails allow dogs, mountain bikes or horses as designations vary throughout the system.

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