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Railroad Trail Bridge – Lake Whatcom loop from Geneva

Railroad Trail Bridge – Lake Whatcom loop from Geneva

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Railroad Trail Bridge – Lake Whatcom loop from Geneva

01:53

38.8km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 37.5 km for 209 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.92 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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2.37 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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7.01 km

Railroad Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

As the name suggests, the Railroad Trail was constructed on the bed of an old railroad. It is made of crushed limestone and is a great traffic free alternative to Barkley Boulevard.

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22.9 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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37.2 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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37.6 km

Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Works Progress Administration built the Stone bridge in 1940 using repurposed Chuckanut sandstone. From the bridge you will get a great view of Whatcom Falls.

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38.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.0 km

8.11 km

2.48 km

1.82 km

452 m

Surfaces

35.0 km

2.02 km

1.80 km

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Railroad Trail Bridge – Lake Whatcom loop from Geneva

Railroad Trail Bridge

Lake Whatcom

Railroad Trail

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Derby Pond

Stone Bridge

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