Update (4/7/2023): Samish Park will be open Summer of 2023. The Bridge Replacement Project has been delayed until 2024. |
*NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY
Just minutes from Bellingham, this small park is nestled in the Chuckanut Mountains between the Samish Lake shore and densely forested slopes.
May 27 - June 18
Weekends; 9am - 5pm - Boat Rentals, & Concessions
June 19 - Sept. 4
Daily: 10am - 6pm - Boat Rentals, & Concessions
*Last boats allowed out 1 hour before Park Office closes
With picturesque views of Lake Samish and the Chuckanut Mountains the rustic Samish Lodge has a great atmosphere for a small wedding, family social, or business meeting. The lodge features a northwest style wood interior with a cozy fireplace. Capacity is 60 people.
Day Lodge rentals are not available from mid-June to mid-September.
Reservations open the first business day of December at 9:00am for the following calendar year.
Samish Park has a small beach with a designated swimming area. There is no lifeguard.
No dogs allowed on designated swim beaches
Canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and pedal boats are available to rent from the lodge during peak season.
Boat Rental Information
The park has no boat ramp. The nearest public ramp is operated by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and is located off East Lake Samish Drive. Parking at the WDFW boat ramp requires a Washington State Discover Pass.
Boat inspections and permits are required for boaters using boat ramps at Lake Samish.
Whatcom Boat Inspections
Whatcom County Boating Code 11.32.030
Samish Park has a fishing dock. Washington State fishing regulations apply.
Fish Species
Buy your fishing license online through the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Take the whole family out for this short and easy stroll. You'll wander along the shoreline past the boat and fishing docks. Enjoy this trail year-round. You may even catch a glimpse of a seasonal waterfall.
Moderate, 0.3 miles one way
Two trailheads above the parking lot lead to a network of trails switchbacking up through the forest with views down to the lake.
Strenuous, 1.3 mile loop
Boat Rentals | ||||
Canoe / 2 Seat Pedal Boat / Rowboat | $10.00 Per Hour / $30.00 Per 4 Hours / $40.00 Per Day | |||
2 Seat Kayak / 4 Seat Pedal Boat | $15.00 Per Hour / $45.00 Per 4 Hours / $55.00 Per Day | |||
*All Prices Subject to Change |
Day Use Hours
Daily 8am-dusk
Park Map
Park Rules
Park Facts
Established 1996
26.4 acres
1.66 miles of trails
Samish Park
673 North Lake Samish Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229
Directions
Phone: 360-733-2362
Email: [email protected]
Regional Parks Supervisor
Tom Chisholm
Parks & Recreation Survey