A pair of trails opened last week, just in time for Whatcom County residents to get outside for the Thanksgiving weekend, whether it’s to show off the area’s natural beauty to visiting holiday guests ...

In our Reality Check stories, Bellingham Herald journalists seek to hold the powerful accountable and find answers to critical questions in our community. Read more. Story idea?

In Bellingham’s thriving outdoor scene, women’s outdoor groups are emerging as vital spaces where people of all ages and abilities come together; not just to hike or run, but to foster community, ...

Popular biking and hiking trails on Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham are closing for three days for a bow hunt to control the deer population. The closure will take place from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6.

This collection of stories highlights Bellingham's recent land purchases focused on expanding trails and protecting the Lake Whatcom watershed. The city bought nearly 100 acres around Lake Whatcom, ...

Lake Whatcom is seen looking west from a viewpoint on the Chanterelle Trail on a sunny March 8, 2020. Robert Mittendorf The Bellingham Herald A pair of trails opened last week, just in time for ...