Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:10 PM
- Water level
- 3.44 ft
- Tide
- 7.195 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 7 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 9449424 — Cherry Point · 18.1 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Lake Whatcom
Updated 6 hr agoSource: USGS station 12202400 — EUCLID CR AT EUCLID AVE AT BELLINGHAM, WA · 0.5 mi from Lake Whatcom
Launch Light & Moon — July 12
local timeNew Moon (4% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Lake Whatcom
| Location | Washington |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Whatcom |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 48.751185, -122.397563 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Whatcom |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
Lake Whatcom is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Whatcom in Washington at coordinates 48.75118, -122.39756. Data published by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WA WDFW).
Lake Whatcom is a public boat launch on Lake Whatcom in Whatcom County, Washington. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Whatcom
Is Lake Whatcom free to use?
Yes, Lake Whatcom is a public boat launch with free access in Washington.
What water does Lake Whatcom access?
Lake Whatcom provides boat launch access to Lake Whatcom in Washington.
How do I get to Lake Whatcom?
Lake Whatcom is located at coordinates 48.751185, -122.397563 in Washington. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 3.9 mi of Lake Whatcom, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.