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Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping

Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping is located near Bellingham, WA, surrounded by forested terrain with pine and cedar trees. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 70s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Chuckanut Mountain trails and Larrabee State Park, offering hiking and outdoor activities.

Description

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MAP COORDS TAKE YOU TO THE TRAILHEAD WHERE YOU CAN HIKE TO THIS SITE. The best place to camp is at Pine Lake on the peninsula. You will see a floating boardwalk that will take you left out to the campsite. These boards can sink a little below the surface after a big rain, so you might get your Gore-Tex boots wet. From here there is some good fishing.Some even pack in float tubes.

Fee Info

No fee to camp

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No reservations

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Location

Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping is located in Washington

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Directions

Follow I-5 south from Bellingham and get off on exit 250. Follow Old Fairhaven Parkway/SR 11 west 0.1 miles to 30th St. Turn left on 30th St and, after about a mile, left onto Old Samish Rd. Drive 1.3 miles to the trailhead parking lot on the right. If you're coming from the south, take I-5 north to exit 246. Turn right on S Samish way and cross over the freeway, then take the first right onto Old Samish Road. Drive three miles to the trailhead parking sign on the left.

Coordinates

48.69070047 N
122.45290082 W

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  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Reviewed Jul. 18, 2018

Cute campground close to home

Steep but short hike, but hey, it's close to town! A 15 minute drive from downtown Bellingham and you get yourself a secluded, quiet lake.

Pone Lake is prettier and has fun boardwalks to explore, but the campsites at Cedar Lake are better (bigger and flatter). Log benches mark the campsites as well as the remnants of past fires, but please mind fire bans, and don't forage!

No toilets, but pets allowed. Bring bug spray! Swimming is possible if you don't harm any shoteplants on your way in.

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  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Niki A., July 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Niki A., July 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Niki A., July 18, 2018
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2016

Very primitive

Close to Bellingham, no bay views but nice scenery, little lake, and dense forest nonetheless. Good steep trails nearby and charming boardwalks. Campsites are all surrounded by dense forest and many have views of the little lake. People were fishing in the lakes here but we were hiking. Fairly empty.

Reviewed Aug. 4, 2016

Pine & Cedar Lakes

This is a great campsite. It's at the end of a short but steep hike. There are a few campsites along the lakes, but the best one is on the island at Pine lake. There is a boardwalk that gets you there. I've camped there a few times and always loved it. Heads up, it's first come first serve for these sites.

  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Danielle S., August 4, 2016
  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Danielle S., August 4, 2016
  • Review photo of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping by Danielle S., August 4, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping?

    Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping is located at 295 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pine and Cedar Lakes Primitive Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.