Wednesday, January 28

Whatcom Falls and Whatcom Creek and Big Rock Loop

8:45 am to 2:00 pm

Whatcom Falls and Whatcom Creek Hike along Whatcom Creek from Whatcom Falls Park to the I-5 Freeway bridge and back, 4.4 miles RT, slight elevation gain. Dogs allowed on leash.

Big Rock Loop Instead of or in addition to the Whatcom Falls and Creek hike, you can do this hike, a 6-mile loop that begins and ends at Whatcom Falls Park. This loop takes the hiker north with some ups and downs and a few short, steep sections; mostly trail with some sidewalk/road walking. You can loop around Northridge Park if you wish. Turn around after touring the Big Rock Sculpture Garden. No dogs allowed in the Big Rock Sculpture Garden.

Meet at 8:45 am at the I-5 Chuckanut Park-n-Ride near exit 231 from I-5 or at 9:30 am at the upper Whatcom Falls parking lot on Arbor Street off Electric Avenue in Bellingham. You may leave when all in your car are back at the trailhead. Return times will vary depending on route chosen. A detailed written description of the route and maps will be provided the week of the hike.