Best places in Whatcom County

Discover the best places in Whatcom County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 99 places in the city.

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Diablo Lake Vista Point
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Amazing views of Lake Diablo with the towering mountains in the backdrop. Came here around 9 pm just a little after sunset at the end of June and managed to get a view of a teal lake contrasted with the green covered mountains set against the magnificent, flaming sunset. Truly a symphony of colors...
4.90 (3.2K reviews)
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Artist Point
Hiking area
This trailhead at the end of a highway offers seasonal hiking with views of Mount Shuksan & Baker.
4.90 (1.7K reviews)
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North Cascades National Park
National park
Huge wilderness of mountains, glaciers & ancient forest, undeveloped but for backpacking trails.
4.80 (1.2K reviews)
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Oostema Farmstead - Peaceful Vacation Rentals and Campground
Farmstay
Relaxed farmstay offering a low-key cabin & a country-style suite, plus a hot tub & a fire pit.
4.90 (422 reviews)
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Ross Lake National Recreation Area
Park
Mountainous national park with an ethereal blue-colored lake & popular hiking & camping destination.
4.80 (838 reviews)
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Mt. Baker Ski Area
Ski resort
Vast ski resort with a wide range of trails for all levels, plus lessons, rentals & restaurants.
4.70 (3K reviews)
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Larrabee State Park
State park
Large camping park on Samish Bay with a beach, 2 freshwater lakes & miles of hiking & biking trails.
4.70 (2.4K reviews)
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Hovander Homestead Park
Park
This riverside park features a historic house & wood barn, farm animals & antique harvest equipment.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Silver Lake Park
Park
Picturesque, lakefront park offering cabin & lodge rentals, plus fishing, boating & trails.
4.70 (750 reviews)
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Picture Lake Viewpoint
Tourist attraction
4.90 (217 reviews)
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Fragrance Lake Trailhead
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ One of the best hikes within 1.5hr drive from Seattle. The trails are wide, well maintained, and quite gentle- excellent for people with some knee issues like myself. If you don’t have a pass for parking, you can pay onsite. It takes about 4hr hike round trip.
4.80 (271 reviews)
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Wake 'N Bakery
Coffee shop
$ $$$
4.70 (421 reviews)
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Berthusen Park
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Nice place to visit, have a family picnic, or just go for a wonderful walk. The trails are really nice!!
4.70 (401 reviews)
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ACME Diner
Diner
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Amazing food and service!! The pie OMG the PIE!! I felt like I was back in my grandparents kitchen enjoying that fresh Strawberry rhubarb pie grandma put her heart in! Cozy easy to get into and very welcoming even when they were super busy! Definitely bring life to the area!
$$ $$
4.60 (803 reviews)
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Ladder Creek Falls
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Beautiful falls hidden behind the hydro plant. I guess this area was once very well maintained as a garden space. I would have loved to see it in its heyday, but it is a lovely spot to see the waterfall! The adjacent hydro plant has a great little exhibit about power generation in the area, a pl...
4.70 (331 reviews)
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Deming Speedway
Racecourse
πŸ‘πŸ‘ It was a beautiful night with lots of good racing! The chicken and fries was good too.
4.80 (211 reviews)
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Tennant Lake Fragrance Garden
Garden
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This is my favorite place to bring visitors, and one of my favorite places to visit in Whatcom County. The views of the surrounding area and of Mt. Baker are stunning! The garden itself is lush, smells heavenly, and has nice flat, wide walkways which are easy to navigate. The beds are mostly raised....
4.80 (206 reviews)
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Rusty Wagon Old Tyme Food
American restaurant
πŸ‘πŸ‘ By FAR our favorite place for breakfast! The food is ALWAYS fresh, hot, and perfectly cooked! You WANT over-easy, YOU GET over-easy! The ladies taking care of you (Missy etc.) are ALWAYS pleasant and very professional. We have tried most items on the breakfast menu, from the "Seniors Breakfast" (for...
$$ $$
4.50 (1.3K reviews)
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Lake Whatcom Park
Park
πŸ‘ Great park for a flat trail along the water, a good steeper trail to views. From the lakeshore trail, A few places along the trail are good spots for small groups to hang out at the water. The main parking lot is small but there is another trailhead parking lot not to far away. Not a park for open f...
4.80 (195 reviews)
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The Fork At Agate Bay
Fine dining restaurant
Seasonal New American dinners, craft beers & a curated wine list offered in a warm, modern space.
$$ $$
4.60 (404 reviews)
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