I can't believe that I'm just discovering this beautiful park on Lake Samish on the far end of…read moreSouth Bellingham. Whatever you want on a hot day you can find at this beautiful family park-swimming, boating, hiking, play ground and picnic area. There is a lodge available to rent, changing rooms and bathrooms, several levels and hiking trails. Plenty of tables in sun and shade. Paddle boat, canoe, row boat and kayak rentals. You can easily spend the whole day here!

Lots of fun stuff to do..My daughter (4) had a lot of fun running around although she was to small…read morefor some of it she had a blast

For the first 9 months I lived in ferndale I had no idea this park existed. It's tucked away behind…read morepioneer park, away from any major roads so if it wasn't for me driving around random roads in ferndale I don't think I would have found it. I'm really glad I did though, this park is incredible. So many things for kids of all ages! Lots of fun structures for tag, lots of slides, lots of interesting toys you don't see many places. Just a fantastic place to take your kids.

Visiting Harriet Spanel Park in Bellingham on Wednesday 25 October 2023, I found quiet and well…read moremaintained grounds. There was no designated parking lot for the park, so I went with street parking on one of the streets bordering the park. It was a windy and chilly autumn day with the orange leaves and green grass contributing to an overall magical feel. In the time I spent strolling around the park I was the only one about and about on foot. A large grassy area was encircled by a paved path with trees closer to the edges of the park. Benches speckled along the paved walkway provided places to sit. A cluster of amenities abutted a tree-covered hill with small trail system. Included was a covered picnic table area, a playground, and a swing set with swings both for the young kiddos and more adult size. It was a pleasant place to go for a stroll.

In my quest to visit neighborhood parks within walking distance of my Lakeway home, I came upon…read morethis little gem. Large grassy area, covered pavilion, a cooking grill, and some picnic tables allow for an intimate gathering. Ideal for relaxing solo and enjoying the outdoors. Street parking isn't too shabby. The surrounding neighborhood doesn't look to be very well maintained, for the most part, but not in a threatening way.

This park has been renovated since we were kids and used to play here. But the layout remains…read more Rolling hills of grassy fields, a playground - now featuring a water play area, pavilions for rent/use and plenty of trails to walk along.

Daughter took me here for the first time and I loved it. Nice trails to walk close to her house…read moreand a nice park. We will come back here to walk again .

Beautiful park, trails, and scenery !…read more Kid, stroller, and dog friendly Being wet gear because there's multiple areas where you can get in the water . Definitely going back

Beautiful park with waterfalls and accessible trails to enjoy alone or with family and friends. I…read moreloved walking beneath the trees and along the water. It feels like a safe area with lots of people enjoying the outdoors in the summertime.

Excellent park, playground, and tennis courts close to downtown and Elizabeth Station! I believe…read moreit is Bellingham's oldest park, and the big old deciduous trees are great for tree swings!

Waypoint Park has been on my Yelp bookmarks and it kindbof slipped my mind on paying attention…read morewhether it was on my list as it is a vast one. But Waypoint Park was not far from a brewery that we went to and we wanted to go take a walk afterwards. Of course the main calling card here is The Acid Ball, an old piece of equipment from a lumber mill which I believed was used to relieve pressure for wood chips during processing... but don't hold me to that. Anyway I remember where the ball used to be and saw that it was relocated to this park which isn't all that far from where it was. I saw pictures and apparently at night reflective lights shine upon it giving it all kinds of lighted looks and effects but it's still quite impressive during the day too. There were other highlights here too as the park is directed towards a waterway and towards the west you can see Lummi Island and the water. A very pleasant park to go to and it was very peaceful during the time we spent here though I'm not sure if it's like that all the time as it's by apartments (or perhaps condominiums) but it certainly was a fun stop!

I was on a solo trip to Bellingham and picked a hotel closer to the water so I could walk. I am not…read morefamiliar with this city but it has quickly become one of my favorites - the bay is beautiful! The downtown area is gorgeous and vibrant. I love it. I took the walk here and it was vacant which was so gorgeous. The seagulls and the pier, and it was so dang clean! Like my goodness. Took my shoes off and waded in the water for a bit. The landscaping is really something else. Take in that salty bay air and dip your feet in the water!