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Whatcom County Map, Washington

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Whatcom County, Washington

Whatcom Location Map Washington

Whatcom County sits at the northwestern tip of Washington state, bordering Canada. It’s home to Bellingham, a laid-back college town with a nice arts scene.

The county boasts some of the most diverse landscapes in the state. You’ve got the San Juan Islands to the west, the North Cascades to the east, and everything in between.

Mount Baker, a dormant volcano, is a playground for skiers and snowboarders. The area’s known for its outdoor recreation such as hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking. Farms along the Nooksack River valley, produce everything from berries to dairy.

CategoryDetails
County NameWhatcom County
County SeatBellingham
PopulationApproximately 245,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesBellingham, Ferndale, Lynden, Blaine, Birch Bay, Deming, Everson
Interstates and HighwaysI-5, WA-542, WA-539, WA-9
FIPS Code53-073
Total Area (Land and Water)2,503 sq mi (Land: 2,107 sq mi; Water: 396 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Okanogan County (East), San Juan County (Southwest), Skagit County (South)
Time ZonePacific Time Zone (PT)
StateWashington
Coordinates48.8787° N, 121.9719° W
EtymologyNamed after the Nooksack word “Whatcom,” meaning “noisy water”
Major LandmarksMount Baker, North Cascades National Park, Larrabee State Park
WebsiteWhatcom County Website

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