Outdoor Activities

HIKES -
Join one of our Activity Coordinators for various hikes in the Upper West PNW!
Fee: $5 - $10 per hike unless stated otherwise, includes bus transport (additional fees depending on distance and parking fees)
Time: Bus leaves Activity Center promptly at 9 am (unless otherwise stated)
Skill level: Varies by hike


Fri. June 12th, South Bay Trail (Waypoint Park to Fairhaven), 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - $5 Per Person (Moderate)

Sat. August 17th, Lighthouse Point and Lottie Point via Rosario Head Trail, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - $8 Per Person (Moderate)

Sat. August 29th, Fragrance Lake Trail, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm - $5 Per Person (Advanced)

Sat. Sept 19th, Chanterelle Trail, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - $5 Per Person (Moderate)

Ages: 16 & Up, under 16 
must be accompanied by an adult
Food: Please bring a lunch, snacks, and water.
Pets: Unfortunately, though we love dogs, they aren't allowed on the bus.
Additional notes:
Hikes progress from easy in late spring and early summer to more difficult by the end of summer.
Please be aware that so
me hikes are strenuous and hiking poles are recommended.
Later in the summer and fall hikes may be rescheduled due to air conditions, changes in road conditions, or inclement weather.

NOTE: This activity is not covered by fitness insurance

Fall Foliage Walks 

Come join us for a fall foliage walk as the leaves begin to change! It’s a great chance to get outside, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and make the most of the season before winter arrives.

September 23rd — Lake Padden
October 16th — Whatcom Falls

Rain or shine!

Come enjoy the fresh air, fall colors, and good company. We’d love to have you join us! 

Each Walk will leave the Birch Bay Activity Center at 9:00 AM

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Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Hike: Fragrance Lake Trail 
16y and up N/A Sa  08/29/2026
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Fragrance Lake Trail
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
3.9 miles roundtrip. 1,082 ft elevation gain. Local hike and a great build up to a hike at Mt Baker.
 
  Free educational activity
Clamming 101 at Birch Bay State Park 
6y and up N/A 09/07/2026
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Birch Bay State Park beach
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Join Laura as she goes over the rules and regulations of harvesting clams in Washington State. Meet at Birch Bay State Park across from the playground on the beach side. Please bring shellfish license, bucket and shovel if you would want to harvest clams.
 
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Hike: Chanterelle Trail 
HTF
16y and up N/A Sa  09/19/2026
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Chanterelle Trail
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
 
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Fall Foliage Walk around Lake Padden 
N/A N/A 09/23/2026
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Little Red Bus
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
 
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Fall Foliage Walk around Whatcom Falls Park 
N/A N/A 10/16/2026
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Little Red Bus
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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