Overview
Located in North Bellingham, the Sunset Pond Recreation Area is a destination for exercising, paddling, dog walking, bird watching, and more. The park also serves as an important trail connector for the Squalicum Creek and Railroad trails.
Learn more about the park in our February 2026 press release about the park’s loop trail.
Amenities and activities
- 1.2-mile loop trail
- Hand carry boat launch
- Dog off-leash swimming area
- Fishing
- Benches
- Parking
Hours
6:00 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
Directions
Sunset Pond is located on James Street Road, north of Woodstock Way, in the Irongate Neighborhood.
Upcoming events
Before using or reserving park facilities, please review the high-impact events below for information on how they may affect your planned activities.
There are no upcoming events.
For more information about this park property, contact the Parks & Recreation Main Office.
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