Larrabee State Park Campground

Open — Open year-round for camping. Reservations required May 15 through September 15. First-come, first-served September 16 through May 14. Water systems typically winterized by late November and de-winterized by late March; winter water available at main campground restroom.

About

Established in 1915, Larrabee State Park holds the distinction of being Washington's first state park. Located on the seaward side of Chuckanut Mountain near Bellingham, this 2,748-acre camping park offers postcard-perfect views of Samish Bay and the San Juan Islands, along with 8,100 feet of saltwater shoreline featuring rocky and sandy beaches, coves, and tidelands. The park provides diverse recreational opportunities with 18 miles of trails including 1.5 miles of bike-only trails, 2.7 miles of hiking-only trails, and 13.8 miles of multi-use trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. Water activities abound with opportunities for boating via the high-tide boat launch in Wildcat Cove, kayaking, paddleboarding, scuba diving, fishing, clamming, and crabbing. Two freshwater lakes add to the park's natural diversity. The campground accommodates various camping styles with 51 standard tent sites, 26 utility sites with water and electric hookups, and eight primitive walk-in sites. Facilities include six shower buildings, flush restrooms, drinking water, a dump station, and two reservable covered picnic shelters. Campers should be aware that active Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad tracks and Highway 11 bisect the park, with train noise occurring day and night, particularly near sites 42-49 and walk-in sites W1-W8.

Directions

Located on Chuckanut Drive (Highway 11), 7 miles south of Bellingham. Address: 245 Chuckanut Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229.

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