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Railroad Trail Bridge – Railroad Trail loop from Bellingham

Railroad Trail Bridge – Railroad Trail loop from Bellingham

Moderate

4.7

(6840)

9,017

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Railroad Trail Bridge – Railroad Trail loop from Bellingham

01:01

17.5km

190m

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: July 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.55 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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3.07 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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4.44 km

View of Bellingham from Alabama Street Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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7.59 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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8.60 km

Stone Bridge and Waterfall on the Whatcom Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Waterfall

While the waterfall in the park is the main attraction, it doesn't take away from the lovely shaded trails that follow along the Whatcom Creek.

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11.0 km

Derby Pond

Highlight • Lake

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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11.7 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.

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14.1 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

17.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

2.22 km

1.45 km

451 m

234 m

Surfaces

13.1 km

3.72 km

613 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Thursday 23 July

22°C

17°C

12 %

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Railroad Trail Bridge – Railroad Trail loop from Bellingham

Railroad Trail

Railroad Trail

View of Bellingham from Alabama Street Bridge

Whatcom Falls

Stone Bridge and Waterfall on the Whatcom Creek Trail

Derby Pond

Railroad Trail Bridge

Railroad Trail

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