Visit, explore and live! Regardless of the season, there's always something to do
in Birch Bay and surrounding areas.
BIRCH BAY ACTIVITIES
Birch Bay boasts the largest tide flat and Heron hatchery in Washington State. Stroll our sandy beaches and saltwater shoreline, ride your bike, build a sand castle, fly a kite, wakeboard tidal pools, dig for clams or soak in the sun, there's something for everyone to do in Birch Bay!
Paddle & Pedal Adventures
8597 Harborview Road
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 332-5335
Rentals for: Kayaks, Bikes, Scooters and Boats.
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Two Locations:
Birch Bay
7878 Birch Bay Drive (next to Sealinks Public Golf Course)
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Semiahmoo
By the Pier behind Semiahmoo Resort, Golf & Spa
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Sealink Golf Course
18 Hole Public Golf Course, Open 7 Days A Week, Pro
Shop,
PGA Golf Professional On-Site
7878 Birch Bay Dr., Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-5400
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Boys & Girls Club - Blaine Unit
635 8th Street.
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 332-3008
Brian
J. Southwick - PGA Professional, Golf Lessons
8045 Birch Bay Drive. Birch Bay, WA 98230
360-815-6638
Lions Camp Horizon at Bay Horizon Park
7506 Gemini St. (off Alderson), Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-0531
Camp, Conference and Recreation facilities
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Miniature
World Family Fun Center
Miniature golf, go-carts and miniature train rides.
4620 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-7700
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Drayton
Harbor Maritime
Maritime museum on Semiahmoo spit, includes a restored
Bristol Bay sailing boat and artifacts and exhibits
of the days of Alaskan Packers Association cannery on
Semiahmoo Spit. Very informative and fun.
205 Marine Dr., Blaine, WA 98230
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 332-4844
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MV
Plover Foot Passenger Ferry
Ride the historic MV Plover from Blaine Marina to Resort
Semiahmoo. This site includes activities happening on
both sides of Drayton Harbor. The ferry is part of the Coast Millennium Trail a destination off-road shared-use path connecting communities from Skagit County to British Columbia, Canada.
205 Marine Dr., Blaine, WA 98230
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 332-4844
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Birch Bay Waterslides
Giant waterslides, 60' hydroclif, kid's slides, picnic
tables river ride
4874 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-7500
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The C Shop
Go for a delicious ice cream cone, homemade candy and pizza!
4825 Alderson Rd.., Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-2070
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Dakota Creek Winery
3575 Haynie Rd
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 820-4752
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Winery Tours available. Please call ahead for appointment.
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CJ Wijns -
Coffee, Fine Wines & Great Food
7714 Birch Bay Drive
Blaine, WA 98230
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Evening Wine Tasting's, Saturday Sips.
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Silver Reef Casino & Spa
4 minutes west of I-5 Exit 260
Intersection of Slater Rd and Haxton Way
Ferndale, WA 98230
(360) 383-0777
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Nooksack Northwood Casino
9750 Northwood Road
Lynden WA 98264
(360) 734-5101
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Nooksack Casino
5048 Mount Baker Highway
Deming, WA 98244
(360) 592-5472
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Skagit Valley Casino & Resort
I-5 Exit 236
5984 N. Darrk Lane
Bow, WA 98232
(360) 724-7777
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Birch Bay State Park
5105 Helwig Rd
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 371-2800
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Birch Bay State Park is a 194-acre camping park with 8,255 feet of saltwater shoreline on Birch Bay and 14,923 feet of freshwater shoreline on Terrell Creek. The park is rich in archeological significance and offers panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains and Canadian Gulf Islands.
Blaine Marine Park
220 Marine Drive
Blaine WA 98230
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This park sits between Blaine Harbor and Semiahmoo Bay. It has a 265 slip marina which provides guest moorage by calling Blaine Harbor Center at (360) 647-6176. There are also trails, picnic facilities, a whale sculpture, public pier for crabbing and is home the the Plover Foot Passenger Ferry (Gate 2). The park offers views of snow-capped Mount Baker and White Rock, British Columbia.
Download the Whatcom County Parks
Trails Brochure
Whatcom County Parks & Recreation Department manages over 40 miles of trails for you to enjoy. These trails offer a wide diversity of outdoor experiences unique to the Pacific Northwest. Opportunities abound, from the casual stroll to an awesome semi-wilderness trek. Check out our BIKING TRAILS!
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Semiahmoo County Park
9261 Semiahmoo Parkway,
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 733-2900
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A county park with 1.5 mile long sand spit with over 300 acres of tidelands that offer today's visitors an abundance of recreational opportunities. Native Americans occupied a village on the spit for hundreds of generations, making a living from land and sea. Beach combing, bird watching, and picnicking may be enjoyed year-round. To gain a better appreciation of this treasure, visit with a Beach Naturalist on summertime weekends or attend an Interpretive Program by Whatcom County Parks and Recreation. The park also has the Drayton Harbor Maritime Museum, showcasing numerous artifacts from the Packer's cannery days telling the story of fishing and canning in days gone by. The museum open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Peace Arch State Park
A Street (I-5 Exit 276)
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 332-7165
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Peace Arch State Park is a 20-acre day-use park commemorating treaties and agreements that arose from the war of 1812. The park celebrates the unguarded United States/Canadian border that stretches from the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. The park features horticultural exhibitions and the giant, commemorative, concrete arch that straddles the border of the two nations. The countries co-maintain the monument. Enjoy their annual Art In The Park sculpture exhibit starting every May. Sits directly on the border between British Columbia, Canada and the City of Blaine, WA, USA.
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SCENIC TOURS
Mount Baker Highway
One of the most visited forests in the country, located on the western slopes of the Cascade mountain range between Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia.
Here you will find glacier-covered peaks, spectacular mountain meadows and old-growth forests. Mt Baker Highway stretches 58 miles from Bellingham to Artist Point (elev. 5,140 ft.), a viewpoint surrounded by Mt. Baker's peak, Mt. Shuksan, and Table Mountain.
Take I-5 Exit 255 and follow State route 542.
Outdoor Recreation Information: 206-470-4060.
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Chuckanut Drive
For a beautiful and slow paced alternative to Interstate 5 that connects Bellingham to Skagit Valley. Going North, the exit is just north of Burlington and marked on I-5 exit sign #231. Going south on I-5, take Exit 250 and follow Fairhaven Parkway to State Route 11. Chuckanut Drive takes you through gorgeous farmlands, in and out of the towns of Allen & Bow, with some of the area's best Restaurants, Bed & Breakfasts and Antique & Art Galleries with breath-taking views of Chuckanut Bay and some of the state's prime shellfish beds. There are also many spots for picnics or just getting out and stretching your legs. Try one of the many hikes, either to lakes on Chuckanut & Blanchard Mountains or to the beaches at Larrabee Park or Teddy Bear Cove. The Drive continues all the way to the 1880's brick town of Old Fairhaven, just south of downtown Bellingham.
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BIKING TRAILS
The following links show maps with the biking trails for:
BLAINE, SENIAHMOO and BIRCH BAY - Nice ride to see Birch Bay, Semiahmoo and Blaine. Mostly flat with saltwater views, and wildlife.
BLAINE-PLOVER FERRY ROUTE - Ride around Drayton Harbor and take the Plover Passenger Ferry between Blaine Harbor and Semiahmoo Resort. (Operates seasonal, Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend).
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Semiahmoo Resort -Golf & Spa
9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 318-2009
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| FARMERS' MARKETS |
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Birch Bay Farmers' Market
Birch Bay Drive and Alderson Roads
(Across from The C Shop)
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-2070
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McPhails Berry Farm
8318 Bob Hall Rd.
Lynden, WA 98264
360-354-5936
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Grace Harbor Farms
2347 Birch Bay-Lynden Road
Custer, WA 98240
(360) 366-4151
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FISHING & SALMON CHARTERS out of Blaine, WA
 Outer Island Expeditions
Outer Island Expeditions offers bottom fishing charters throughout the San Juan Islands. We fish for Ling Cod, Rock Fish, Halibut, Cabezon, Flounder, Greenling, and many other species. We also love to go after Dungeness and Red Rock Crab. During the early spring we will drop some pots for pink and spot shrimp. You can make reservation by calling (360) 376-3711. Outer Island Expeditions departs from Semiahmoo Resort in Blaine, WA
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Captain: Beau Brandow
Reservations Phone: (360) 376-3711
Email: outerislandx@live.com
 RipTide Charters
Riptide Charters is Whatcom County's premier salmon and lingcod fishing charter service. We provide guided sport fishing trips out of Bellingham or Blaine. With over 15 years experience fishing the San Juan Islands and the drive to give people a great time on the water you are sure to leave with memories that can last a lifetime. Captain Frank Dickerson is at your service, ready to provide you with a memorable day on the water! RipTide Charters depart out of Blaine Harbor on Marine Drive in Blaine, WA.
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Captain: Frank Dickerson
Reservations PH: (360) 815-6568
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Email: captfrank@rtcharters.com
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Victoria San Juan Cruises
355 Harris Ave. #104
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-8099
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Passenger ferry company that operates a Victoria ferry and a San Juan Islands ferry.
Outer Island Expeditions
PO Box 653
Eastsound, WA 98245
Office: (360) 376-3711
Boat: (360) 622-6562
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EMAIL: outerislandx@hotmail.com
Whale Watching Expeditions & Kayak Tours departing from Semiahmoo Resort in
Blaine, WA.
Sail The San Juans, Inc.
15 Bellwether Way, Gate 12
Bellingham, WA 98227-5186
Office: (360) 671-5852
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Offers 6 and 12 day wilderness trips.
Moondance Sea Kayak Adventures
2385 Forest View
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 738-7664
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Moondance welcomes beginners as well as more skilled paddlers on our adventures. Moondance provides seaworthy ocean-going kayaks, all related gear, and navigation devices..
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Rip Tide Charters
235 Marine Dr.
(Blaine Harbor Office)
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 815-6568
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Captain: Frank Dickerson
Fishing Charters, Whale Watching Tours
Island Cruising Tours, from Blaine Marina in Blaine WA.
San Juan Island Whale Watch
355 Harris Ave. #104
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 734-8180
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Adventurous Whale Watching and Wildlife Tour
Sail Away Custom Sailboat Charters
2576 Island View Lane
Lummi Island, WA 98262
(360) 305-0835
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Specializing in overnight sails, sunset sails and custom charters.
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Enjoy a fun-packed adventure observing and photographing orca whales, grey whales, and other marine mammals in their natural environment.
Read more on the whales of Puget Sound. |
Outer Island Expeditions
Offers high quality, unforgettable marine experiences in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. Each of our boat tours are tailored according to season, recent wildlife sightings, and of course the interests of those aboard. Our focus is on making your trip a personal experience. This charter leaves from Semiahmoo Resort in Blaine, WA
Reservation Phone: (360) 376-3711
Boat: (360) 622-6562
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Captain: Beau Brandow
Email: outerislandx@live.com
Rip Tide Charters
Whale Watching Tours and Island Cruising Tours, from Blaine Marina in Blaine WA.
235 Marine Dr.
Blaine, WA 98230
Reservation Phone: (360) 815-6568
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Captain: Frank Dickerson
Email: captfrank@rtcharters.com
San Juan Island Whale Watch
Adventurous Whale Watching and Wildlife Tours
355 Harris Ave. #104
Bellingham, WA 98225
Reservation Phone: (360) 734-8180
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| HEALTH SERVICES |
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Birch Bay Family Medicine
8097 Harborview Rd.
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-5855
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A Better Way Therapeutic Massage
7056 Portal Way # R7
Ferndale, WA 98248
(360) 366-4216
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Renee Marie Massage
4810 Beachcomber Drive
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(Located in the World Mark Fitness Center)
(360) 820-2223
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| WiFi HOT SPOTS @ Birch Bay |
Bay Cafe Espresso & Deli
7608 Birch Bay Drive
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 371-5409
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Birch Bay State Park
5105 Helweg Rd
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-2800 or
1-800-233-0321
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CJ Wijns -
Coffee, Fine Wines & Great Food
7714 Birch Bay Drive
Blaine, WA 98230
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The C Shop
4825 Alderson Rd.
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 371-2070
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| SHOPPING @ Birch Bay |
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Seaweed & Company
7620 Birch Bay Dr
Blaine, WA 98230
(360) 371-5104
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Beach Basket Yarns & Gifts
7520B Birch Bay Drive
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-0332
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Birch Bay Square Shopping Center
3400 Birch Bay - Lynden Rd,
Custer, WA 98240
(360) 366-3128
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Bay Center Market
8050 Harborview Rd.
4550 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd.
Birch Bay, WA 98230
(360) 371-7233
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Primrose Lane
7610 Birch Bay Dr.
Birch Bay, WA 98229
(360) 371-7610
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| Interpretive Classes - take a fun interpretive class or program: |
NW Parks & Recreation
380 H Street, Blaine, WA 98230
Register for classes in person!
Hours: Tuesday-Friday * 11:00am-3:00pm
Adult Classes, Youth Classes, Saltwater Activities: Learn To Sail and more. Check out their web site for complete details!
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