Bellingham Parks and Recreation

Directions Website

Bellingham Parks and Recreation Supporting a healthy community by providing high quality parks and recreation services. Please note this is a moderated forum: details on policy tab.

What are you doing this weekend?Throw on a costume and stop by Boo at Bloedel on Saturday from 1:30–3:30 p.m. Boo is a f...
10/16/2026

What are you doing this weekend?

Throw on a costume and stop by Boo at Bloedel on Saturday from 1:30–3:30 p.m. Boo is a fun holiday event where children ages Preschool through 2nd grade play games, collect prizes, and make crafts with their families! Sensory-friendly hour is from 1:30–2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
DATE: October 17
TIME: 1:30-3:30 p.m. (Sensory-friendly hour 1:30-2:30 p.m.)
COST: Suggested $5 donation

Come pick a pumpkin at our Pumpkin Patch in the Pool at the Arne Hanna Aquatic Center! 🎃Enjoy pumpkin picking, water saf...
10/15/2026

Come pick a pumpkin at our Pumpkin Patch in the Pool at the Arne Hanna Aquatic Center! 🎃

Enjoy pumpkin picking, water safety games, and fun treats!
• Saturday, October 24
• 4:30–6 p.m.
• $10 (pumpkin included!)

Pumpkins are limited, so come early to get yours!

10/02/2026

We're hosting two public hearings next Monday, Oct. 5: One on allowing more flexibility to home-based businesses, and another on the proposed 2027 City budget. Please join us!

Get the details and more City news in this week's Inside Bellingham newsletter: https://cob.org/news/2026/inside-bellingham-october-1-2026

Are you a frequent visitor at Lake Padden Park? Please remember there are specific parking rules for the trailer lot (W...
10/01/2026

Are you a frequent visitor at Lake Padden Park?

Please remember there are specific parking rules for the trailer lot (Wilkin St.) which restricts the parking to vehicles with horse trailers only from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

The same parking rules apply to a small section of the Galbraith lot (Samish Way).

Park staff recently installed new signage to help eliminate any confusion.

Equestrians often drive larger vehicles and trailers which require additional space and turning radius. The Lake Padden Loop Trail and associated natural surface trails are open to hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians.

Learn more about parks!: https://cob.org/services/recreation/parks-trails

09/25/2026

Curious how we keep more than 80 miles of trails in great shape? Clock in with Mayor Kim Lund as she joins our trail maintenance crew for a behind‑the‑scenes look.

09/24/2026

Construction is underway to improve safety at key crossings, bike corridors, and walking routes at more than a dozen locations across Bellingham. New flashing beacons, upgraded curb ramps, and other safety improvements will make it safer, more comfortable, and more predictable for everyone.

Find the details and more City news in the latest Inside Bellingham newsletter: https://cob.org/news/2026/inside-bellingham-september-24-2026

The parking lot at Lake Padden Park west will be closed Monday, September 28 - Friday, October 2. City staff will instal...
09/24/2026

The parking lot at Lake Padden Park west will be closed Monday, September 28 - Friday, October 2.

City staff will install roadway reflectors between Wilkins St and Samish Way. The lot will reopen in sections as work is completed starting from Samish Way.

The trail, courts, restroom and other park amenities will remain open.

Address

210 Lottie Street
Bellingham, WA
98225

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Bellingham Parks and Recreation posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category