Marine Park, Bellingham

Marine Park, Bellingham is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 3 miles from the center of Bellingham. It's a straightforward shoreline stop with restrooms on site, and swimming is allowed. There is no fee to visit. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. July and August typically reach highs around 75°F with only about six wet days each month, according to typical averages from a nearby weather station in Bellingham. Winter months are cooler and much wetter, with highs in the upper 40s. Several other outings are close by. Sehome Arboretum, a climbing area, is about 2 miles away, and the Padden Loop Trail and Samish Crest Trail are each roughly 2.6 miles off. For paddling, Whatcom Creek is about 4 miles away. Larrabee State Park Campground, about 4.6 miles from the beach, offers a place to stay overnight.