Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) inspection stations officially open today. We look forward to seeing you at the stations and enjoying the lakes! Don’t forget that a 2025 AIS permit is a must 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. One more reminder that you can earn a $10 discount on your permit by taking the AIS Awareness Course today.

Inspection Station Locations

Bloedel Donovan Park Boat Launch
2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
Open 7 days a week, 5:00am-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, 8:am-5:30pm

Lake Whatcom South Bay WDFW Boat Launch
South Bay Drive, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Open Saturday and Sunday, 9am-6:30pm