Semiahmoo Resort is located at the tip of a mile long natural spit which juts into Puget Sound, forming the entrance to Drayton Harbor and framed by Semiahmoo Bay at Blaine, Washington. The Resort is within view of Peace Arch Park at the U.S./Canadian border and is less than an hour drive from Vancouver, British Columbia. The two-hour drive from Seattle - whether you choose the direct route along I-5, or the more leisurely option on world-famous Chuckanut Drive - will reward you with one the of the most scenic stretches of highway in the Pacific Northwest.
Beachcombers have been exploring the shores of Semiahmoo for centuries. The entire 1,100-acre development is a natural wildlife preserve. Guests of the resort can enjoy miles of paths for walking, jogging and bicycling. Majestic Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, Sandpipers, Cormorants, Belted Kingfishers, and a host of other shorebirds make the preserve their home. In fact, the waters surrounding Semiahmoo Resort are considered one of the top birding areas on the West Coast.
In the nearby waters, guests may fish for salmon, halibut, or cod. Seals and seabirds sunbathe on the surrounding breakwater.
Skagit Valley Casino Resort (I-5 Exit 236)
At The Skagit, you'll enjoy all the fun and excitement of a Las Vegas-style casino in a warm, friendly atmosphere. The Skagit offers more than 650 slot machines, your favorite table games and a generous player reward program, The Club, to make your gaming even more fun!
But exciting gaming is just the beginning. The Skagit delivers headline entertainment, three outstanding restaurants and a luxurious 103-room hotel and conference center, surrounded by natural wonders and popular attractions. theskagit.com
Semiahmoo Marina (I-5 Exit 270 & 276)
Surrounded by the sparkling waters of the Straits of Georgia, this 300-berth marina is the gateway to the San Juan Islands – and a convenient place to moor your vessel while you enjoy 36 holes of award-winning golf, a mouthwatering dinner or a relaxing spa treatment at Semiahmoo Resort. Just a short walk from the resort, the marina offers laundry and shower facilities, a chandlery, fuel dock and certified marine mechanics to service your craft. Call for a listing of available berths, 360-815-6640.
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Historic Fairhaven (I-5 Exit 250)
A favorite destination for visitors, historic Fairhaven still sports many of the original buildings and brick covered streets from the area's glory days at the turn-of-the-century. Shop for clothing, jewelry, pottery, fine woodworking and visit galleries. Test the wide array of culinary establishments, and revel in the singular charm that is exclusively Fairhaven. A historic walking tour brochure is available at most Fairhaven businesses.
Chuckanut Drive
(I-5 Exit 250)
Positioned along the coastline, Chuckanut Drive bestows outlooks so breathtaking you'll readily take advantage of the many viewpoints along the way. Enjoy views of the San Juan Islands and salt-water vistas and fern embedded stone cliffs. There are several hikes along the route, and rich Skagit farmlands at the end with access back to I-5.
Lynden - A Dutch Village
(I-5 Exit 256)
The work and tradition of Dutch settlers is alive and thriving in the town of Lynden. Located on State Highway 539, this delightful farming community greets visitors to their downtown area with a windmill and rows of shops sprinkled with Dutch architecture on the main street. Most of the shops are closed on Sunday. Lynden celebrates several Dutch holidays and is home to the popular NW Washington Fair.
Mount Baker Highway
(I-5 Exit 255)
With its majestic glaciers, 10,778 foot Mount Baker is just 90 minutes away and is visible from the hotel. Designated a Washington State Scenic and Recreation highway in 1967, Mt Baker Highway stretches 58 miles from Bellingham to Artist Point (elev. 5,140 ft.), a viewpoint surrounded by Mt. Baker's peak, Mt. Shuksan, and Table Mountain. We will be happy to provide you with the Mount Baker Highway brochure, which contains maps, historical information and a mile-by-mile tour of the Mt. Baker Highway.
Mt. Baker Ski Area
Seasonal
Mt. Baker Ski Area sits at the edge of the wilderness in the heart of the Northern Cascades of Washington state. Surrounded by wilderness area, national park and spectacular rugged mountains, the scenic setting of the ski area is uniquely beautiful.
From I-5, take Exit 255 and follow the Mt. Baker highway (Highway 542) 56 miles to the ski area.
Vancouver, British Columbia
(Peace Arch Border Crossing)
Vancouver, British Columbia is a truly cosmopolitan city placed in a dramatic
natural setting. Surrounded by mountains and a thriving port environment, filled
with great shopping and touring opportunities, Vancouver B.C. is the perfect
day trip from Bellingham at a mere hour or so north. Visit Canada Place that
incorporates the World Trade center and the CN Imax Theater. Rent a bike and
tour Stanley Park and be sure to visit historic Gastown and Granville Island
for shopping and fun dining. Vancouver also has a large and vibrant Chinatown.
Passports or birth certificates are required to cross the border into Canada.
White Rock, British Columbia
(Peace Arch Border Crossing)
White Rock, B.C. is the waterfront community you can see directly across the water from the Resort. Miles of sandy beaches, quaint shops, tea rooms, art galleries, waterfront dining, and spectacular sunsets greet visitors to White Rock. White Rock's Marine Drive with its red brick promenade lines three miles of waterfront. Along the promenade both young and old join together to celebrate life, creating an almost carnival-like atmosphere.
LaConner, WA
(I-5 Exit 230)
LaConner, approximately one hour from Semiahmoo, is a charming waterfront village renowned for its annual tulip festival, shops and galleries.
