Whatcom County, Washington
1,465 hiking & walking trails · 36parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 18 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Whatcom County, Washington
Whatcom County is home to 1,465 mapped hiking trails and 36 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 18 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Whatcom County
Up to 236 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Whatcom County
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Sample Parks in Whatcom County
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Curated Guides for Whatcom County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Whatcom County, Washington?
Yes — we have 1,465 mapped hiking and walking trails in Whatcom County, Washington, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Whatcom County, Washington?
Cady Pass Trail near Mazama is rated hard — the toughest classification among Whatcom County, Washington's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Whatcom County, Washington for families?
$1.87 DH near Point Roberts is one of the best family picks in Whatcom County, Washington — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Whatcom County, Washington?
Each of the 1,465 trails in Whatcom County, Washington has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Whatcom County, Washington?
Whatcom County, Washington has 36 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Whatcom County, Washington?
Yes — 7 of Whatcom County, Washington's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is Newhalem Creek Campground with 108 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Whatcom County, Washington?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Washington for more options beyond Whatcom County, Washington.
Hiking guides for Washington
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Whatcom County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Washington, Ranked
Washington's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichWashington's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Washington trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Washington
Ten gentle, well-marked Washington trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Washington
Washington's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Washington
Federal parks and recreation areas in Washington ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Washington: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Washington's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.