As Lake Whatcom Management Program partners, the city of Bellingham, Whatcom County, and Lake Whatcom Water and Sewer District are working together to develop a coordinated five-year work plan to meet ...

A new trail through the forest above Lake Whatcom is open for use, offering a 7-mile route below Stewart Mountain for hikers, mountain bikers and horse riders, the state Department of Natural ...

Construction will force Lake Samish Park to close this May. It’s not scheduled to reopen until August of 2025. The park is home to one of the most popular natural swimming spots in Whatcom County. So ...

Gov. Jay Inslee visited a forested site above the south end of Lake Whatcom on Tuesday, praising state and local officials for their efforts to fight climate change through land preservation. Calling ...

Bellingham sits tucked between the mountains and the sea in Washington's northwest corner, offering a perfect escape for anyone craving outdoor adventure without the crowds of bigger cities. Just a ...

Here's how America's national bird was affected by widespread flooding.

It's not every day a county wins a prestigious environmental award--although in Whatcom County it can sure feel that way. Whatcom County Public Works was recently awarded the 2012 Environmental ...

If you're looking for a pretty Pacific Northwest small town escape that puts you between Seattle and Vancouver but feels removed from city life, turn your attention to a community on Lake Whatcom's ...