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Lake Whatcom Trail (also known as the Hertz Trail) is a former railroad bed located in a completely wooded area with great views along the north shore of Lake Whatcom.
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Whatcom Lake/Chanterelle Trail
Year Round Walk
SN: 129872 - 2026 / Y1119
From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026
Start box available: Dawn to dusk.
Physical start box and Online start box (OSB) option
Bellingham, Washington
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
| Special programs Par-For-The-Course Rails-To-Trails CC: Whatcom County |
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Event comments
Lake Whatcom Trail (also known as the Hertz Trail) is a former railroad bed located in a completely wooded area with great views along the north shore of Lake Whatcom. Parking lots for general public and special needs people at trailhead. The trail is prepared and maintained on a gravel base. Ideal for walkers using walking poles. Restroom available at start/finish only. 10K route qualifies for AVA Rails to Trails Challenge.Walk thru different stages of forest on a well maintained trail, some wooden bridges, moderate switchbacks and view at the top of Lake Whatcom.
Rating: 1B, Distance: 5, 8(3B), 10, 11(3B)km
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
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Strollers: Medium |
Wheelchairs: Medium |
Event information
This walk has four options: 5k=1B, 8k=3B 10K =1B and 11k =3B. Parking available at Lake Whatcom Trailhead (also known as Hertz Trail). Porta Pottie available at start and finish.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
OSB - First register for the event
The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.
This event also has a physical start box. These are the driving directions:
Walk Box Location: 2900 Woburn. From South or North, take: I-5 Exit 255 for Rt542/Sunset Dr. After exit, northbound turn right; southbound turn left onto Sunset Drive. Proceed 4-5 blocks. At Woburn Avenue, turn right and go a few blocks to Haggen. Note: This is a remote start and after you register, you will drive to the trailhead. Driving directions are included with walk directions. Open 6am - 11pm daily.
Maps phrase and directions link
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3220 N Shore Rd, Bellingham, WA |
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This event has a remote start.
PLEASE do not mix and match between the two registration methods. It will confuse you and the club. Choose one, OSB or PSB, to complete the event.
Daffodil Valley Volkssport Association (AVA-0336)
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