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United States
Washington
Whatcom County
Geneva

Lake Whatcom – Railroad Trail loop from Geneva

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United States
Washington
Whatcom County
Geneva

Lake Whatcom – Railroad Trail loop from Geneva

Moderate

3.0

(13)

88

riders

Lake Whatcom – Railroad Trail loop from Geneva

00:58

16.9km

160m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.0 km for 184 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.55 km

Lake Whatcom

Highlight • Lake

Lake Whatcom is a large lake that is 10 miles long and 1 mile wide. It is the drinking water source for Bellingham.

The lake is a popular area for motor boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities.

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2

6.01 km

Railroad Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

As the name suggests, the Railroad Trail was constructed on the bed of an old railroad. It is made of crushed limestone and is a great traffic free alternative to Barkley Boulevard.

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3

6.84 km

Railroad Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

As the name suggests, the Railroad Trail was constructed on the bed of an old railroad. It is made of crushed limestone and is a great traffic free alternative to Barkley Boulevard.

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4

7.37 km

Railroad Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

As the name suggests, the Railroad Trail was constructed on the bed of an old railroad. It is made of crushed limestone and is a great traffic free alternative to Barkley Boulevard.

Tip by

5

8.74 km

View of Bellingham from Alabama Street Bridge

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Railroad Trail crosses over Alabama Street on this bridge with a nice view of the city.

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6

10.1 km

Railroad Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautiful bridge along the Railroad Trail. The trail is built along an old railroad bed and this bridge is one of the old rail bridges. Now it is only open to walkers and cyclists.

Tip by

7

13.0 km

Whatcom Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whatcom Falls is accessible via a short paved path from the parking lot off Lakeway Drive. There is a small pool at the bottom that is sometimes used for swimming. …

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8

14.0 km

Derby Pond

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Hikers can head north along Whatcom Creek to reach the fish hatchery. Trout are raised here to feed Washington state lakes, streams and ponds (including nearby Derby Pond). Watch for …

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B

16.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.1 km

4.72 km

1.52 km

479 m

148 m

Surfaces

10.00 km

4.14 km

2.76 km

< 100 m

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