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    Top Spots in and near Whatcom County

    • Blaine, Washington

      Terrell Marsh Trail

      3.0
      0.63 mi / 82 ft gain
      Terrell Marsh Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Blaine, Washington.
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    • Surrey, British Columbia

      Stroll through Redwood Park in Surrey, BC

      3.0
      1.2 mi
      Redwood Park is large beautiful forested park in South Surrey. The park is a legacy of one of Surrey's early pioneer's, David Brown, who in 1893 gave the property to his twin sons, David and Peter. The Brown twins spent much of their life traveling the world collecting the seeds and saplings of e...
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    • Marblemount, Washington

      Photograph Ladder Creek Falls

      While not a hike in of itself, this walk to Ladder Creek Falls is still very enjoyable as you bound over a large suspension bridge, wander past smaller falls and overgrown garden steps, and get an up close and personal look at the oldest operating building in Skagit County, the powerhouse. Drive ...
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    • Hope, British Columbia

      Hike to Eaton Lake

      5.0
      From Exit 68, follow Silver Skagit Road 16km until you reach a sign for Eaton Lake Trail and Eaton Lake Forestry Campsite on the left. There is parking for a few cars a short distance past the campsites where you will find the start of the trailhead on your left. From here, the trail climbs steep...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Stroll along the Spirea Nature Trail

      3.0
      1.5 mi / 0 ft gain
      An hour outside of downtown Vancouver lies the beautiful 150,000 acre Provincial Park of Golden Ears. The park has a myriad of hikes and adventures all with varying degrees of difficulty. The Spirea Nature Trail likely clocks in as one easiest amongst the dozens within the park. However, don’t le...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Paddle Golden Ears Park's Alouette Lake

      5.0
      About one hour outside of Vancouver, Golden Ears Provincial Park is a great escape for hiking and paddling opportunities. The massive drive-in campgrounds are usually full for most of the summer, but deep into the lake's wilderness are marine spots for backcountry camping. Get your backcountry pe...
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    • Mount Vernon, Washington

      Explore the Flower Fields of Skagit Valley

      4.3
      Skagit Valley is an important agricultural region of Washington State, but the prettiest time of year to attend is during the spring when flower season takes hold. Daffodils first, then tulips, and then irises bloom and cover fields as far as the eye can see. The Skagit Tulip Festival is held eve...
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    • Rockport, Washington

      Photograph Ketchum Falls

      0.2 mi / 1388 ft gain
      ...After spending my 3 days exploring and capturing the partial lunar eclipse at North Cascades National Park in Washington, I was eager to find another adventure that I haven't done yet or others didn't know much about. As I was driving East leaving Gorge Creek Falls, .9 miles on my left I spott...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hike Evans Peak in Golden Ears Provincial Park

      4.0
      Start on the West Canyon Trail and then take a left up the View Point Trail. Along the View Point trail you’ll cross a creek. There’s a beautiful waterfall and natural hammock (a log) which is great for a quick snack spot or photo.A few hundred meters past the creek, 1.5km from the start of the...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Summit Golden Ears

      4.5
      14.9 mi / 5039.4 ft gain
      Day 1 Starting from the Golden Ears parking lot, your journey begins up a relatively small incline passing two bridges and entering the forest. Continue through the forest passing small cliffs and revealing some views of what you are going to climb the next day. Your estimated time it should take...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hike to Alder Flats in Golden Ears Provincial Park

      4.0
      6.8 mi / 918.6 ft gain
      If you're looking for a challenge and hope to get into the mountains this is a great adventure to set out on.Be prepared: Water, a lot of time, and with an understanding of the elevation gain will be important. This hike to the viewpoint of Alder Flats (overlooking the ears) takes around 2 hours ...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hike the East-West Canyon Loop

      8.1 mi / 1640.4 ft gain
      Park your car in the Gold Creek Parking lot ( at the end of the dirt road), and look for a yellow gate at the far end of the parking lot. This will be the East Canyon trail.The first part of the trail winds through the forest and you emerge on an old logging road. Follow this road along with the ...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hiking Golden Ears Trail

      14.9 mi / 4921.3 ft gain
      Golden Ears is well known to those in the Lower Mainland. After staring at the jagged 'ears' from all angle, I finally got to see them up close and in-person. The West Canyon Trail is a gentle 5.5 kilometers on a well groomed path, lined with deciduous trees making it a perfect place to watch the...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Camp in Golden Ears Provincial Park

      11.2 mi / 3937 ft gain
      Backcountry permits are required to camp on Panorama Ridge ($5) and can be paid online.The trailhead is located at the West Canyon Parking lot. The trail starts out on a relatively flat old logging road. The trail slowly gains elevation over three kilometers taking you through thick green forest ...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hiking Upper Gold Creek Falls

      4.5
      Once you arrive in Golden Ears Park, follow the road to the end and look for signs to the Gold Creek Day Area. The road will turn to gravel, and after you cross a small, one-line bridge, you will reach the parking lot.After you have parked, head north past the yellow gate, marked East Canyon Trai...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hike to Lower Falls in Golden Ears Provincial Park

      5.0
      3.5 mi
      Lower Falls is found within Golden Ears Provincial Park in British Columbia. Easily accessible from the Gold Creek Parking lot, it is a relatively flat trail snaking along Gold Creek itself. It can be done as an out & back trail, or you can make it a loop by using the connector trail located ...
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