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Samish Day Lodge ~ Samish Park
Reservations are currently open for events beginning September 13th, 2021
To Check Availability or Request a Reservation
Fill out a Reservation Request Form
To Cancel a Reservation
Call 360-778-5850 or email
parks@co.whatcom.wa.us
Description
With picturesque views of Samish Lake and the Chuckanut Mountains, the rustic Samish Day Lodge has a great atmosphere for a small wedding, family social, or business meeting. The maximum capacity for this venue is 60 people. Learn more about Samish Park.
Hours
8am-11pm
Day Lodge is closed to reservations during the summer season (mid June - mid September)
Features
- Main Room with Tables and Chairs for 36 (4 2x5 tables and 4 3x3 tables)
- 60 additional stacking chairs
- Large cozy fireplace (firewood available)
- Northwest style wood interior
- 15' Serving Counter
- Stove/Oven (for reheating only)
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Microwave
- Outside deck and table is open to the public
Daily Rental Rates
Whatcom County Residents: $255
Non-Residents: $275
Non-Refundable Reservation Fee: $13
Optional Add-On Fees
Alcohol Use Fee: $60
Waste Removal Fee: $20
Address
673 N Lake Samish Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229
Map
Directions
From I-5 Southbound
Take I-5 Exit 246 for N Lake Samish
Turn Left onto North Lake Samish Drive and continue for about 1.5 miles.
At the bridge make a sharp right into Lake Samish County Park
In 0.2 miles the destination will be on the right.
From I-5 Northbound
Take I-5 Exit 242 for Nulle Rd.
Turn Left onto Nulle Rd.
Turn Right onto East Lake Samish Drive and continue for 2.5 miles
Turn Left onto North Lake Samish Drive and continue for 1.5 miles
At the bridge make a sharp right into Lake Samish County Park
In 0.2 miles the destination will be on the right
Parking
The Samish Day Lodge has a very small number of parking spots directly in front of the facility. There is also a 38 space parking lot that is shared with all Samish Park users and can fill up quickly on nice days.
Is the building heated?
The building is kept heated. The fireplace is for ambiance and additional heat but not required.
Can I bring my own BBQ grill?
Yes, you can bring your own grill but you are responsible for the safe operation of your grill. The grill cannot be set up on the deck or too close to the building.
Can I decorate the facility?
All sites must be left in a "leave no trace" state. Users can use decorations, confetti, etc., but everything needs to be picked up before you leave.
Do I still need a "Liquor License" if I've paid the $60 Alcohol Use Fee to Whatcom County Parks?
The Alcohol Use Fee charged by Whatcom County Parks is not a liquor license. To find out if you need a State of Washington Banquet Permit please check here. It is your responsibility to research and follow all laws pertaining to alcohol use at your event.
Clean-Up Policy
Customers are required to leave the facility in the same condition as when they arrived. Cleaning supplies are provided. Garbage and recycling must be removed from the premises (must be taken from the park) unless the customer has paid the optional waste disposal fee.
Determining Whatcom County Residency
- The credit card billing address is what determines resident versus non-resident.
- If the credit card is not in Whatcom County but the customer is a county resident, they can provide a utility bill to get the resident rate.
- If the credit card address is not in Whatcom County but the customer owns property in Whatcom County, the customer can provide property tax info to get the resident rate.
Cancellation Policy
- Reservations cancelled 30 days or more prior to the scheduled arrival date are entitled to a refund of all fees except the reservation fee.
- Cancellations made less than 30 days prior to the arrival date, no refund.
- Only the person whose name is on the reservation may cancel the reservation.