Station Updates:
The Bloedel Donovan and Lake Samish inspection stations are open from April 22nd through September 30th in 2023. Sudden Valley inspection station is open May 6th to September 30th. South Bay inspection station is open April 22nd through August 20th, due to construction closing the boat launch from August 21st through September 30th.
Please remember to clean, drain and dry your boats and gear in between lakes and rivers to prevent the spread of aquatic plants and animals.
Inspection Locations
Bloedel Donovan Park Boat Launch
2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
Open everyday 6am-8:30pm
Lake Whatcom South Bay WDFW Boat Launch
South Bay Drive, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Open weekends 9am-6:30pm (weekends only) BOAT LAUNCH CLOSED AUGUST 21-SEPTEMBER 30
Lake Samish WDFW Boat Launch
East Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Open everyday 6:00am-8:00pm
Sudden Valley Marina
Gate 1, 20 Marina Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Private marina for member/resident use only.
Open weekends 8am-6:30pm
Your Own Home
Inspections by appointment.
Current watercraft inspection fees
Whatcom Boat Inspection Program (For questions or to schedule an appointment on-site): (360) 778-7975
Did you know?
Zebra and quagga mussels were first found in Lake Mead in 2007. They were probably introduced by a boat coming from the eastern United States.