Hertz Trail

The Hertz Trail is an easy hike or bike along the shore of Lake Whatcom on the grade of the former Bellingham & Eastern Railway. The trail begins with a gradual slope through a lush forest to the interpretive kiosk at the lakeshore. The trail then follows the railroad grade south for 2.9 miles. Enjoy views of Lake Whatcom and Lookout Mountain. Keep an eye out for waterfalls and remnant patches of old-growth along the hillside or visit one of the many beautiful beaches and coves tucked away along this trail. 

From Parking Area 1:  Continue past the gate at the eastern end of the parking lot.  3.0 miles one way to the trail end.
From Parking Area 2: Choose either of the two connector trails on the southern side of the parking lot.  0.2 miles one way to the junction with Hertz Trail.  2.9 miles one way to the trail end.  

Easy, 3.1 Miles one way

   

Chanterelle Trail

The Chanterelle Trail ascends 1,000 feet in 2.4 miles through a mix of forest types to a scenic overlook of Lake Whatcom and Lookout Mountain. The first 0.6 miles of the trail is shared hiking and biking. The remaining 1.8 miles of trail is open to two way foot traffic but bikes travel uphill only. Until a descending bike trail is constructed, bikes return to the trailhead via the Wickersham Truck Road.

From Parking Area 2:  0.6 miles one way the trail is open to two way foot traffic but uphill biking only.  2.4 miles one way to the Chanterelle Overlook. 

Moderate, 2.4 Miles one way