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Railroad Trail – Whirlpool Falls loop from Samish Crest Open Space

Railroad Trail – Whirlpool Falls loop from Samish Crest Open Space

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Railroad Trail – Whirlpool Falls loop from Samish Crest Open Space

00:57

16.3km

180m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.54 km for 154 m

After 11.5 km for 96 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.75 km

Whatcom Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Whatcom Creek Trail is a paved, multi-use trail that runs from Maritime Heritage Park to Bloedel Donovan Park. It is completely free of traffic, so it is a great option to move through the city.

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7.32 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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9.20 km

View of Bellingham from Alabama Street Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Railroad Trail crosses over Alabama Street on this bridge with a nice view of the city.

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10.6 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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11.2 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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11.6 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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11.6 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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11.9 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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16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.05 km

3.90 km

3.02 km

183 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.18 km

6.93 km

646 m

454 m

Elevation

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Railroad Trail – Whirlpool Falls loop from Samish Crest Open Space

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Railroad Trail

View of Bellingham from Alabama Street Bridge

Railroad Trail Bridge

Derby Pond

Stone Bridge

Whirlpool Falls

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