Located just 21 miles from the Canadian border with port ferries headed to Alaska, a close proximity to both the San Juan Islands and North Cascades, Bellingham, Washington is a popular tourist destination for many. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the city’s many recreational activities. Check out the Whatcom Falls Park, Nooksack Falls or Larabee State Park for some beautiful sites and outdoor activities. At the SPARK Museum of Electrical Innovation, visitors can experience truly engaging and interesting fun for all ages. Make a stop at the Fairhaven Historic District full of boutique shops, fine dining and curated art galleries for your fix of cultural stimulation. Finally, take a drive for breathtaking views of San Juan Island down Chuckanut Drive.

Even though medical and recreational marijuana have been legal since 2012 in Bellingham, there are a few rules to remember before toking up. First, because of the state’s location near the Canadian border, it is essential to mention that transporting marijuana across country borders is very illegal. So if you’re staying in Bellingham, be sure to buy your weed there, too. Additionally, Washington state law prohibits the use of marijuana on public property or in vehicles – therefore you can only smoke on private property with the owner’s permission. If staying in a hotel or Airbnb, ask the property manager before smoking in your room. Legally, only adults over the age of 21 can possess up to 1 ounce of marijuana flower, but anything more is still considered a misdemeanor or felony. Finally, those who choose to drive under the influence of marijuana are subject to Washington State’s DUI laws. 

Bellingham Resources:

• https://www.bellinghamlegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/398350819201610265644.pdf
• https://norml.org/laws/washington-penalties-2/