Travel
Accommodations, Transport, Dining
Welcome to Bellingham—our home on the Salish Sea and your basecamp for adventure. We're lucky to call this beautiful corner of the world home and it’s by design that we host many of our Wilderness and Maritime Medical education courses here. It’s the perfect place to learn wilderness medicine.
Were to stay
We're grateful to partner with a few fantastic local hotels that share our community-forward spirit. These places aren't just a place to rest your head—they're conveniently located and have great vibes. Plus, they're offering our course participants special discounted rates. Shout out to our hotel partners for supporting wilderness medical education! Details below.
Why You'll Love Bellingham
Bellingham has an incredible food scene, a thriving brewery culture, sweet coffee shops and fun downtown. But the real magic happens when you step outside. The Chuckanut Mountains are right in our backyard. The North Cascades and Mt. Baker are close at hand and San Juan Islands are just offshore. Whether you're here for a weekend course or planning to extend your stay, you're surrounded by some of the most stunning terrain in the country.
Plan Your Adventure
Ready to explore? Visit Bellingham.org and DowntownBellingham.com to discover everything our vibrant waterfront city has to offer.
We can't wait to welcome you to Bellingham!
Hotel Bellwether
10% off when you book with this link.Step out of the door at Hotel Bellwether and you're on the waterfront. Hit the spa, wander downtown, and your four-legged buddy is welcome!y here.
Hotel Leo
20% off when you book with this link.Hotel Leo is in the literal center of downtown and is in a building that's been welcoming travelers since the late 1800s! It’s convenient & charming.
Heliotrope
Up to 15% off when you book with this link.Heliotrope is a quiet option close to downtown, coffee shops, & the marina. Plus, they have fire pits, a sweet outdoor space, & a laid-back vibe.
Holiday Inn & Suites - Bellingham Airport
Flying in? Holiday Inn & Suites is steps from the airport with an on-site restaurant and pool. Convenient highway access gets you anywhere in the county quickly.
Washington State Parks
Prefer to sleep under the stars? We get it! Larrabee State Park combines over 8,000 feet of saltwater shoreline, 18 miles of trails & views of the San Juans. Visit Parks.wa.gov for camping near all our Washington course locations.