Parks and Trails Archives

Middle Fork Spring Open Space Trail

The Middle Fork Spring Open Space Trail project proposes to design and construct a multi-use trail to connect Cordata Park to West Stuart Road and Meridian Street. The trail will be approximately 1,300 linear feet and consist of crushed limestone boardwalk segments. Additional elements include a sidewalk extension and entry from West Stuart Road. This ... Read more

Civic Athletic Complex Planning

The City updated the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan - the plan that summarizes the long-term vision and guides further development for this recreational complex. It was approved by City Council on March 23, 2026. During this update, we examined areas that can be developed for current and evolving uses. Get project details here.

25th Street Pedestrian Improvements between Bill McDonald Parkway and Sehome Arboretum

Project Overview This project will include pedestrian improvements between Bill McDonald Parkway and Sehome Arboretum on 25th Street in conjunction with the House of Healing being built by Western Washington University (WWU). Project Status 2024 The City of Bellingham and WWU have entered into an interlocal agreement that includes the City providing WWU with $600,000 ... Read more

Railroad Trail Bridge Over Woburn Street

Project Overview This project will construct a grade-separated pedestrian-bicycle bridge, as identified in Barkley Urban Village Environmental Impact Study (EIS), that is accessible for all ages and abilities. As a designated truck route, bridge would be designed to meet current WSDOT bridge clearance requirements. Project Status- 2025 Implementation of this project is dependent on future ... Read more

Meridian-Birchwood Transportation Improvements

Project Overview The City of Bellingham has updated the scope of the Meridian–Birchwood Transportation Improvement Project (ES564) and is moving it forward to improve safety and traffic flow near two closely spaced intersections. These intersections currently experience major congestion and serve as key connections between the waterfront, the Port of Bellingham, and I-5. The upgrades ... Read more

Bear Creek Open Space

This project will improve access to Bear Creek Open Space by surfacing existing trails with top course and developing a parking area and trailhead, additional trails, and signage. This beautiful 100-acre open space area is located between Northwest Drive and Aldrich Road. It was purchased with Greenways levy funds through two purchases – approximately 80 ... Read more