Balancing tranquility and adventure, Bellingham is an ideal base camp for exploring Mt. Baker to the east, Bellingham Bay to the west and the San Juan Islands beyond. Or hang around town to discover some unique culture and fine diningWhether for the weekend or an extended stay, we offer a break from the ordinary. With magnificent natural scenery, Mt. Baker skiing and snowboarding, hiking, arts and theatre, charming villages and waterfront adventures like whale watching, the Bellingham Mt. Baker region is a unique area of Washington state. We are also the closest U.S. destination to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games occurring in Vancouver, B.C.