Larrabee/Chuckanut, Ph. 2

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Category Overview

State Parks grants help preserve and develop our state’s best outdoor recreation areas by funding new campgrounds and amenities to increase the capacity of our parks, creating new parks, improving park resources, and protecting historical areas. These grants help our state continue to develop our world-class parks system to share our cultural heritage and natural treasures with all of its visitors.

Project Highlights

In continuing cooperation with Bellingham, Whatcom County, and DNR, State Parks extended Larrabee State Park north towards Bellingham. This 104-acre acquisition secures scenic ridge tops, allowing for trails and wildlife corridors.

Quick Facts

WWRP Applicant: State Parks Category: State Parks WWRP Grant: $1,782,406.80 Applicant Match: $0.00 Project Type: Acquisition County: Whatcom Legislative District: 40 Status: Closed Completed RCO Project # 96-123

Location Details

From I-5 northbound, take Exit 231. Turn right on State Route 11/Chuckanut Drive. Stay left at the stoplight. Drive six (6) miles to the park entrance.

What is the WWRP

The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.