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Whatcom County, WA · Puget Sound
Larrabee State Park
245 Chuckanut Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229
Washington's first state park (1915), 2,748 acres dropping off Chuckanut Mountain onto 8,100 feet of Samish Bay shoreline. Wildcat Cove is the sheltered pocket beach; the rest is rock, tide pools, and views out to the San Juans. Reached by Chuckanut Drive, which is the point as much as the park is.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
NWS alert active · 26 mph wind · 60°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60. East southeast wind 7 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain after 7pm. Mostly cloudy. Low around 49, with temperatures rising to around 53 overnight. South wind 29 to 33 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 26 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Safety
- NWS alert active — gale warning issued november 7 at 8:35am pst until november 8 at 4:00am pst by nws seattle wa
35 /100
ok
17 Sunbathe
55 Walk
66 Photo
Best for photography today
Gale/Storm Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued November 7 at 8:35AM PST until November 8 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt. * WHERE...Northern Inland Waters Including The San Juan Islands. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
60°F
Cloudy
Wind
7 to 26 mph
ESE
Rain
9%
Today
Air Quality
13 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Bellingham
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
54°F
Light Rain Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
10:01 PM
-0.4 ft · in 3.5h
Barometer
29.95 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy FRDW1
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Sunset
4:41 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
54°
Light Rain Likely
60%
10
55°
Light Rain
94%
8
59°
Light Rain
97%
5
62°
Chance Light Rain
43%
19
59°
Light Rain Likely
56%
15
55°
Light Rain Likely
68%
10
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 7 to 26 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lots off Chuckanut Drive. Discover Pass required.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
245 Chuckanut Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Larrabee State Park today?
Larrabee State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Larrabee State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed.
Is there an entry fee at Larrabee State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Larrabee State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Larrabee State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Larrabee State Park?
Amenities at Larrabee State Park include restrooms, showers, drinking water, campground, fire pits, boat ramp, playground, picnic shelters.
When is the water warmest at Larrabee State Park?
Puget Sound and the Salish Sea stay cold year-round. Surface temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 55-62°F, and the deeper channels stay in the low 50s. Swimming is short-dip territory for most people; wetsuits are normal. Shallow, sun-warmed bays like Birch Bay run several degrees warmer than the open Sound.
Where is Larrabee State Park located?
Larrabee State Park is in Whatcom County, WA, at 245 Chuckanut Dr, Bellingham, WA 98229.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS