Larrabee State Park
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 676-2093
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Fire restriction Burn Ban - Level 1Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Partial closure Part of the Park is ClosedCleator Road is closed to all traffic, including people on foot, bicycles or vehicles. The road will be closed from Monday October 19, 2026 to Monday… (more)
Cleator Road is closed to all traffic, including people on foot, bicycles or vehicles. The road will be closed from Monday October 19, 2026 to Monday November 2nd for road grading. If you have any questions please call 360-676-2093 or email the area manager Amber.Forest@parks.wa.gov
Posted by the park 2026-10-14. Official alert
Partial closure Part of the Park is ClosedLarrabee State Park is undergoing a total water system replacement. The work is expected to end in late May or June of 2027. Closed during… (more)
Larrabee State Park is undergoing a total water system replacement. The work is expected to end in late May or June of 2027. Closed during construction: Camping, the main day-use area, Welcome Booth, kitchen shelters and indoor restrooms at the campground. Open during construction: Clayton beach, Chuckanut Dr., Hiline Rd., Cleator Rd. and the pit toilet at top of Cleator, Cove Rd. and adjacent pit toilet and boat launch, Lost Lake parking lot and adjacent trails and pit toilets. For more details project visit Larrabee Water System Overhaul. If you have any questions or concerns please call the park at 360-676-2093 or email Amber.Forest@parks.wa.gov
Posted by the park 2026-07-01. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 2,745 acres, Larrabee State Park lies in Whatcom County, about 7 miles south of Bellingham.
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Its trail network totals roughly 18 miles, according to the park. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8 a.m. - Dusk
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use • Entrance fees: Varies • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping
Larrabee State park has 51 standard tent sites, 26 utility sites, eight primitive sites, one dump station and six showers. Check-in time is 2:30 p.m. and check-out time is 1 p.m.
Campsites are reservable up to nine months in advance for arrival dates from May 15 to Sept. 15. Reservations can be made online, by calling (888) CAMPOUT or (888) 226-7688. For fee information, check out our camping rates page.
Camping from Sept. 16 to May 14 is first come, first served. Note that water in the park may be shut off during these months for winterization. The park is typically winterized by late November and de-winterized by late March. There is a winter water supply at the main campground restroom.
Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Double campsites, Showers, Trash Service, Trailer Dump
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingHorseback ridingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | 18 mi | — | Larrabee has 18 miles of trails to explore. Check out 1.5 miles of bike-only trails, 2.7 miles of hiking-only trails, and 13.8 miles of multi-use trails for biking, hiking and horseback riding. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails
Larrabee has 18 miles of trails to explore. Check out 1.5 miles of bike-only trails, 2.7 miles of hiking-only trails, and 13.8 miles of multi-use trails for biking, hiking and horseback riding.
Swimming
Water activities and beach access
Enjoy the waters of Puget Sound and Samish Bay during your visit. Water activities include boating, clamming, crabbing, diving and fishing in fresh and saltwater.
Boating and paddling
Boating
Larrabee offers a boat launch that is available for use at high tide, but might be inaccessible to launching and retrieving watercraft at low-tide cycles. Wildcat Cove is shallow therefore it's advised to check the tide chart before launching your boat. Additional boating information can be found on the Boating Program page.
Parking is limited. There is no water or flushing restroom. A pit toilet is available for use.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
- Amphitheater
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible restrooms
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
ADA amenities and facilities
Larrabee State Park has two ADA campsites (sites 50 and T14) that may be reserved online. The restrooms in the campground include ADA shower and restroom stalls. Please note: There is no ADA beach access within Larrabee State Park.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Horses Allowed
Noise warning: Railroad tracks and Hwy. 11 bisect park
Be prepared for railroad noise when visiting the park. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad and Amtrak actively use the Burlington Northern railroad track that runs through the park day and night. The track bisects the main day-use and camping area. The noisiest areas are sites 42-49, group camp (G1) and walk-in sites W1-W8.
Additionally, Highway 11/Chuckanut Drive passes through the park on the east side of the campground.
It is advised to bring earplugs if you are sensitive to noise.
Fishing and shellfish harvesting
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Getting there
- Address
- 245 Chuckanut Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229 - Nearest town
- Bellingham — about 7 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 48.6538, -122.4902
- Phone
- (360) 676-2093
- larrabee@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology