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Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) inspection stations officially open today. We look forward to seeing you at the stations and enjoying the lakes! A 2025 AIS permit is required for all boats, canoes, rowboats and kayaks, so hitch up your vessel and swing by to get set up to safely enjoy our stunning Whatcom County lakes. Don't forget that you can earn a $10 discount on your permit by taking the AIS Awareness Course today.
Bloedel Donovan Park Boat Launch
2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
Open 7 days a week, 5am-9pm
Lake Samish WDFW Boat Launch
East Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Open 7 days a week, 5:30am-8:30pm
Sudden Valley Marina
Gate 1, 20 Marina Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Private marina for member/resident use only.
Open Saturday and Sunday, 8am-5:30pm
Lake Whatcom South Bay WDFW Boat Launch
South Bay Drive, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Open Saturday and Sunday, 9am-6:30pm
Please visit the Whatcom Boat Inspections website to learn more and purchase a permit online. Please look carefully when selecting your permit this year as our prices have increased. Due to growing visitation to our lakes and increased proximity of AIS detections to Whatcom County, additional efforts are needed to protect our drinking water, recreational access, and lake health. The fee increases will help fund crucial enhancements to inspection efforts and support continued access for boaters and recreators.