Larrabee State Park
Larrabee State Park is a public recreation area located on Samish Bay on the western side of Chuckanut Mountain, 6 mi (9.7 km) south of the city of Bellingham, Washington. It was created in 1915 as Washington's first state park. The park covers 2,748 acres (1,112 ha) and features fishing, boating, and camping as well as mountain trails for hiking and biking. It is managed by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.
| Larrabee State Park | |
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Shore Pines (pinus contorta) and Douglas-Firs (pseudotsuga menzinii) on the coast. | |
Location in the state of Washington Larrabee State Park (the United States) | |
| Location | Whatcom, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 48°39′30″N 122°28′36″W |
| Area | 2,748 acres (11.12 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Established | 1915 |
| Named for | C.X. Larrabee |
| Operator | Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission |
| Website | Larrabee State Park |
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