Bellingham and Whatcom County are communities that thrive on being bike friendly! Designated bike lanes can be found on many main streets throughout the area and the addition of shared lane markings in residential neighborhoods creates options for those looking to travel in more low-stress bikeways.
Each of these features makes it easy to spend some car free time exploring the many highlights of Bellingham and Whatcom County - stunning waterfront parks, vibrant events, award-winning breweries, and delicious dining.
There are many bike friendly roads and trails around Bellingham. Find a map that show street biking routes and trails through parks here.
Be sure to explore close to downtown Bellingham, which can include a ride in a marked bike lane between two waterfront locations. Biking at Squalicum Harbor and Zuanich Point Park is the perfect place for a shorter outing that includes views of the San Juan Islands. Make it a longer ride by traveling to another nearby scenic location that is full of activity - Waypoint Park.
Wide flat trails like these in local parks are also great routes for families with young children. If you are wanting to keep young ones off of streets, check these park trails in Bellingham.
Craft Cycling Tours specializes in offering small groups "great rides, great food, and great beer."
They take care of all the details, including planning rides, meals, and accommodations. Fun and friendly, these tours have a goal of delivering the best experience of riding around Bellingham and Whatcom County.
Tours are limited to a maximum of 10 riders to provide the most personalized experience possible.
Available seasonally, find more information and register for summer 2025 here.
Whatcom County roads offer sweeping views of rural splendor and mountain peaks!
Several large scale annual events take advantage of this ideal setting. The Mount Baker Hill Climb challenges 500 bikers to ascend over 4,000 feet up the Mt. Baker Highway to Artist Point. One leg of the "original multisport relay race" - Ski to Sea - includes road biking along the Mt. Baker Highway too.
More casual road bikers should enjoy the charming Dutch-themed town of Lynden. The surrounding rural area here also make for great road biking. Marvel at miles of idyllic farmlands, acres of berry fields, and grand views of Twin Sisters Mountain and Mt Baker.
The Inn at Lynden, in the center of town, provides complimentary use of their Dutch inspired bikes for all of their overnight guests. They also provide a local map showcasing several routes to choose from including, the Margherita ride, ice cream ride, picnic ride, and coffee ride.
