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Big Rock Garden Park
2900 Sylvan St, Bellingham, WA 98226, United States
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Em
Review №1

A hidden gem, definitely worth visiting. The sculptures arent all particularly captivating but there are a few great ones and the park setting is lovely. Plenty of parking, merely drive past the entrance sign that youll see at the left side of the entrance, along the narrow driveway, to get there.

Ni
Review №2

Neat little place. Not as big as I thought it was going to be, but really cool to see all the sculptures. Plus theres a trail right near the entrance that takes you all over! Will definitely go again.

Da
Review №3

Lovely park waking path with over 50 art displays. Very peaceful. No pets allowed.

El
Review №4

Such a beautiful hidden gem of a park with art sculptures and meandering paths.

G.
Review №5

This is such a cool thing to have in the community. Experience art and nature together. All sorts of interesting sculptures hidden amongst the trees. Its really peaceful. Youll usually have the whole place to yourself. Very much one of Bellinghams hidden treasures.

Sa
Review №6

This park has volunteered with Master Garders to upkeep the beautiful natural landscape. The local artist as well as many other talented artists contribute to the growing parks sculptures. Very peaceful place hidden in nature. Many trails lead each trip down a new path. Quite a lovely park.

Sa
Review №7

Great little park with lots of photo opportunities. Beautiful japanese maple trees.

Si
Review №8

Relaxing walk around different sculpture of various medium

Te
Review №9

The day we went we were the only two people in the park, we were there about an hour. It is a peaceful place to be in nature and to have some fabulous sculpture pieces is a bonus. Love Big Rock

co
Review №10

Clean and peaceful. Had a few exhibits missing but I guess thats from covid-19

La
Review №11

Amazing park. I had no idea this even existed. What a great experience. My apologies to the artists for not crediting them for this work but could not do the art justice unless I took two separate photos of each piece.

ch
Review №12

This was an amazing find. It is a small hidden park with an easy stroll around the well laid out and interesting sculptures.

Ja
Review №13

Its a nice place to spend a half hour or more if you take your time. Its a beautiful walk through the trees and the exhibits are interesting.

Ru
Review №14

I have always loved this tucked away gem, and now there are new sculptures to admire and enjoy. Not to mention all of the red huckleberries! Such a peaceful place and attached to the Northridge trails.

Ar
Review №15

What a beautiful walk! Amazingly detailed art.

Ru
Review №16

Such an awesome place to relax, take in some art, have a picnic and breathe. Lovely trail to walk with a new sculpture at every turn.

Ke
Review №17

This ace is truly an amazing place. Its a hidden gem. So glad I randomly came across it.

To
Review №18

Any attempt to describe this place would do it a disservice. It was a wonderful and unique experience that must be seen firsthand. I would have given more stars if possible.

Ca
Review №19

Beautiful respite from the madness!

Mc
Review №20

Great for playing pokemon go and is still open during the Covid

Th
Review №21

Very tranquil with interesting art.

Ti
Review №22

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful little park that is very fun to walk through and check out the art sculptures.

Sh
Review №23

Great way to be present. Great for all ages

Ca
Review №24

Big Rock Garden is pretty awesome. Super family friendly. Amazing art installations throughout the park. The actual rock garden is not all that big but, if you follow the trail behind the water tower it leads into an amazing trail system that you can hike for hours and hours and hours! Please no dogs inside the rock garden. The garden is fenced in and gated to keep out wildlife. Dogs are super welcome on the amazing trail system. Lease on of course. Enjoy your time at the Rock garden and take a lovely hike through the hills of Bellingham!

Lu
Review №25

Nice little trails to visitBarely anyone there so it was nice to explore alone.The sculptures are okay

St
Review №26

Best place to go on hot day.

Ga
Review №27

Nice pathway winding through a forest, with statues, and a wall surrounding the park to keep deer out.

Sa
Review №28

Open air art museum of sculpture to enjoy. Also a wide variety of native and other beautiful plantings. Quite a selection of Japanese maples to enjoy throughout the seasons. Remember to leave your dog at home; no dogs allowed in the park.

Sa
Review №29

This is a beautiful sculpture garden, very peaceful and serene.

Do
Review №30

Very peaceful. Great place to meditate.

Pe
Review №31

Awesome place. Outdoor art at its best!

Ta
Review №32

The Botanical Garden here is so whimsical, and a Haven on earth destination! So beautiful I think I might get married here!

Je
Review №33

One of the more interesting city parks in Bellingham. A bit hidden away so peaceful but not the easiest to find.

Ju
Review №34

A really cool little spot. Well maintained and carefuly cared for. Every piece is elaborated on and thoughtfully chosen, I thought. Worth a visit, even just once.

Ji
Review №35

Excellent park for a short or long walk.

Er
Review №36

Wonderful easy and accessible nature walk, lots of huckleberries

Su
Review №37

Absolutely beautiful and tranquil

Et
Review №38

I went here every day in high school to bow to the sculptures in the park. I would bow down until I could see the top of a tree between my legs. I went with two friends who did as I did. A super good experience. You should do the same.

Aa
Review №39

This is a tiny park with artwork through out. Its a cute little spot with a variety of trees and bushes. It isnt a botanical garden with ponds and flowers, but it is tranquil.

Do
Review №40

My son brought us here, says its his first date go to plan. I can see why, though provoking art, slightly hidden from crowds and really a great place to chill and hang out.

Ma
Review №41

A super cute outdoor area to walk around thats secluded and quiet.

Ma
Review №42

This is a pretty cool little park. Sprinkled throughout this out of the way gem are 37 art displays. Also comfortabke benches, pagotas, and a generally interesting atmosphere. We wandered for a couple of hours around inclined paths to find some compelling pieces - and enjoyed a quiet, compelling afternoon under a lush canopy of leaves.

Ar
Review №43

This place was open to dogs but that has changed did not get to see it.

Je
Review №44

Very peaceful and well shaded park

To
Review №45

Surprisingly good and varied pieces in a nice, tranquil setting. Would be good to visit in springtime when flowers are blooy

Dr
Review №46

Super fun place to go on a nice day. Always new stuff to check out.

De
Review №47

Beautiful secluded statue park with many beautiful and eye catching statues.

Ke
Review №48

Nice little park with pathways and interesting sculptures. Guys, it will make your significant others happy and it only takes about 15 minutes to walk around the whole thing...

Ma
Review №49

It is a small park with artificial abstract sculpturrs made out of metal, wood and rocks. Worth spending 15 mins. Has public washroom. Limited parking and very narrow entry way for cars.

Ra
Review №50

Beautiful display of sculptures and gorgeous flowers in Spring. I love walking with my dog here. I love listening to birds and enjoy being amongst tall trees and endless ferns.

Da
Review №51

Peaceful and lots to look at.

Jo
Review №52

Anyone remember about that guy who got attacked by the snowy owl roosting here? Or was it more than one victim? More than one owl, maybe? Hope someone knows what Im talking about.

Je
Review №53

Nice area, a little bit out there, not very big. Art work is nice, a nice place to sit and read under a gazebo. Trails outside gate leading to park and beach were convenient.

ry
Review №54

A wonderfully peaceful place

Al
Review №55

I spent a wonderful day working on a video project about the garden with the creator (& past owner of it.) Take the time to learn the story & appreciate the deep love and commitment he & his wife had to giving their son and others a place to be part of and feel purpose. It is a tranquil and sweet sculpture garden now owned & managed by the parks dept. Who frankly does not seem to understand what it is or how to properly tend it weekly. It needs a comment from the community & volunteers to get it back to being cared for with love.

Ma
Review №56

Such a beautiful, peaceful place

Ia
Review №57

Beautiful and creative. Quality sculptures accompanied by vibrant Bellingham nature, and.. its even free admission. No reason to not check it out!

Pe
Review №58

Peaceful. Intriguing sculptures.

S
Review №59

Relaxing place with lots of art pieces, and small enough where you could finish the whole stroll in less than an hour. The Asian architecture is beautiful.

Ke
Review №60

Wonderful discovery, first visit today. Also walked the nearby park trails.

No
Review №61

Beautiful garden, peaceful, calming and I loved seeing the amazing sculptures integrated in nature!

Ji
Review №62

Peaceful is all I can say, if youre looking to get grounded this is the place to go meditate

Ti
Review №63

Awesome little park

Ky
Review №64

Nice quiet and natural place for art viewing.

To
Review №65

Nice quite place, good for a walk and enjoy the art throughout the park.

Al
Review №66

Great place for a quiet, mid-city walk about

Dr
Review №67

Spent a couple hours here in early May, but could have spent all day! The plants and flowers were lovely, but the sculptures were really amazing. Some were very thoughtfully done and all were placed in great spots. They made for great pictures!

Er
Review №68

Good park

Ra
Review №69

A nice small park with clean trails and plenty of unique sculptures to view. The layout is nice, there were several other visitors while I was here and we only crossed paths once during my 45 minute walk through. Nice and peaceful with plenty of parking and easy to find. I will visit again.

Tr
Review №70

Beautiful, absolutely beautiful, Ill add some photos for you all the next time I visit, but this place is definitely somewhere you want to be if you need some time to zen out

Sa
Review №71

Peaceful, beautiful and good spot for reflection

Br
Review №72

For me its been a very peaceful local getaway merging art and nature into one quiet place.

Da
Review №73

A Bellingham gem with world-class outdoor sculpture in a peaceful wooded setting.

Ch
Review №74

Peaceful in all seasons, though crowded on weekends when the Rhododendrons are out . Try evenings then ... But the sculpture is thought provoking

Je
Review №75

Very unique outdoor exhibit with all kinds of sculptures. It’s like walking into someone’s private garden, but it’s open to the public. If you like art, this is a cool place to visit.

Ke
Review №76

Disappointed cuz you cant bring dogs

ti
Review №77

Cute sculpture garden, well taken care of.

jo
Review №78

Its ok I guss

An
Review №79

This park is a true gem. The perfect place to relax or meditate. Very serene and peaceful with beautiful artistic landscaping, gardens and sculptures. I had the please of meeting the young man that helped create the park many years ago. I wish i was still local or id be here everyday. This park is a little slice of heaven and like nothing else Ive found in other cities and states.

Ca
Review №80

Stunning and truly moving works

Da
Review №81

This was an awesome mid-run destination for our weekly BBay Pub Run. Many of us had never been there. Loved the serenity, sculptures and landscaping. Go here on for a walk or at the conclusion of a run. Great place for families.

Re
Review №82

Fantastic outdoor art exhibit. Interesting combination of stone and metal sculptures in a unique location. A definite must visit for art or nature lovers

Ja
Review №83

Lots of charming sculptures! Not your typical walk in the park.

Ed
Review №84

Beautiful place, we enjoyed having a little walk. Lots of art pieces everywhere. Spring should really be pretty with lots of flowers.

M
Review №85

Just cool fun .small park no toys just trails you walk around but you never know what your going to find

Ch
Review №86

Beautiful sculptures in serene setting

De
Review №87

Beautiful park with meandering trails winding past many sculptures in a number of styles from classic to modern. Even my middle-schoolers loved it. Our dog enjoyed the tranquility of the shade-parked car.

L
Review №88

Nice artwork, and very peaceful. Ill be back for sure

Ke
Review №89

Was a fun local adventure. Not worth visiting if youre not from the area, unless possibly its spring with the beautiful rhododendrons in bloom.

Ga
Review №90

Wonderful sculptures and the Beautiful setting well-maintained Park

Th
Review №91

Wizards Unite hot spot.

Ct
Review №92

This is a small - ish sculpture garden located in a hilltop park. There are some cool things to see, but not more than an hours worth to do. Bathroom are nice, though.

Br
Review №93

Very beautiful!!

An
Review №94

Very cool

Za
Review №95

Im not a big sculpture guy, but this park was pretty nice.

Wa
Review №96

Beautifully maintained grounds. The sculptures are amazing works of art.

Sa
Review №97

Good

Vi
Review №98

Great idea for a park. Really quiet and serene. Not the best park to bring children or a dog to. But a real good destination to sit and collect ones thoughts or read a book.

Ka
Review №99

Serine walk. Very nice

Do
Review №100

Gorgeous, very inspiring, good for meditation

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  • Address:2900 Sylvan St, Bellingham, WA 98226, United States
  • Site:https://www.cob.org/services/recreation/parks-trails/Pages/big-rock.aspx
  • Phone:+1 360-778-7700
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Working hours
  • Monday:6am–10pm
  • Tuesday:6am–10pm
  • Wednesday:6am–10pm
  • Thursday:6am–10pm
  • Friday:6am–10pm
  • Saturday:6am–10pm
  • Sunday:6am–10pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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