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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Whirlpool Falls

Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Whirlpool Falls

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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Whirlpool Falls

04:55

66.7km

1,360m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 9, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.08 km for 96 m

After 48.7 km for 204 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.80 km

Whatcom Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whatcom Falls is accessible via a short paved path from the parking lot off Lakeway Drive. There is a small pool at the bottom that is sometimes used for swimming. …

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2.07 km

Whirlpool Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whirlpool Falls is the most popular falls and swimming spot in Whatcom Falls park.

There is an 8-foot waterfall that is surrounded by 20 to 25 foot cliffs. The pool …

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2.49 km

Derby Pond

Highlight • Lake

Hikers can head north along Whatcom Creek to reach the fish hatchery. Trout are raised here to feed Washington state lakes, streams and ponds (including nearby Derby Pond). Watch for …

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3.16 km

Railroad Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful bridge along the Railroad Trail. The trail is built along an old railroad bed and this bridge is one of the old rail bridges. Now it is only open to walkers and cyclists.

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3.61 km

Lake Whatcom is a large lake that is 10 miles long and 1 mile wide. It is the drinking water source for Bellingham.

The lake is a popular area for motor boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities.

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12.3 km

Y Road Cycling Route

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This road is part of the collegiate cycling race course that is held as a series in early March/April. The race starts at Agate Bay and a few loops are …

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48.6 km

View of Lake Whatcom

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just off the Chanterelle Trail there is an overlook spot providing amazing views of Lake Whatcom and the surrounding hills.

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63.7 km

Viewpoint

66.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.0 km

23.0 km

8.17 km

3.26 km

286 m

Surfaces

34.8 km

27.7 km

3.32 km

908 m

Elevation

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Highest point (930 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 26 June

17°C

13°C

83 %

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Whirlpool Falls – Lake Whatcom loop from Whirlpool Falls

Whatcom Falls

Whirlpool Falls

Derby Pond

Railroad Trail Bridge

Lake Whatcom

Y Road Cycling Route

View of Lake Whatcom

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