Birchwood Travel Guide
Bellingham
Popular places to visit
Fairhaven Park
After visiting Fairhaven Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Whatcom Falls Park
Walk through the enchanting landscapes of this park, which features swimming pools, waterfalls and a fishing area for young anglers.
Lake Padden Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Padden Park, a lovely green space in Bellingham. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Squalicum Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Squalicum Beach during your trip to Marietta-Alderwood? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its cafes.
Western Washington University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Western Washington University during your trip to Bellingham. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Bellis Fair Mall
During your trip to Bellingham, you can do some window-shopping at Bellis Fair Mall. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of North Cascades
North Cascades National Park: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Chuckanut Bay Distillery Tour with 2 Mini Cocktails and Gift Glass
From Seattle - Enchanting Mt Baker and Cascades Tour in SUV
Top hotels in Birchwood
Best Western Plus Bellingham
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Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Shamrock Motel
The place is ran down and they have people living in rooms. Broken cars at the motel.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Silver Reef Casino Resort
My bathroom was not as clean as it was the last time I stayed here. Also never used the shower due to lack of hot water.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Oxford Suites Bellingham
Stayed in this hotel for my kids birthday. Got a room with a big bathtub only to find a layer of what looked like pubic hair spread across it. Disgusting. The floor in the room was also sticky in some spots and dust lined the bed frame. Don’t think they actually took the time to clean. Informed the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The property itself is beautiful inside and outside. The staff were courteous and welcoming. There were so many amenities included with the price of the room that I didn't have time to do them all. I will definitely go back again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Leo
Great hotel and location. Parking area was on the small side but was safe. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed on the day we stayed.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Birchwood
Columbia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Columbia and surrounding area, you can visit Squalicum Beach and Marine Life Center.
Cornwall Park
When in Cornwall Park, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Bellis Fair Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Meridian
If you're spending some time in Meridian, Bellis Fair Mall and Park Bowl are top sights worth seeing.
Lettered Streets
When in Lettered Streets, you can plan a visit to Mount Baker Theatre and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bellingham City Center
While visiting Bellingham City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Cornwall Beach and Mount Baker Theatre.
Sunnyland
While Sunnyland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Baker Theatre and Spark Museum of Electrical Invention.
