Semiahoo Spit is a unique area that is located just south of the Canadian Border, near Blaine Washington.  A paved path heads east from the parking lot at Semiahoo Park to create a pleasant 1.6 mile journey past beautiful beaches,

remnants of a salmon cannery and the impressive Semiahoo Resort. I decided to honor the anniversary of Debi's passing by finding a new accessible destination for the website.  It was a clear, sunny day and the snow capped mountains provided a beautiful backdrop as I walked along the path.  The tide was dropping and seabirds wandered along the sandy beach looking for lunch.  I spotted a bald eagle perched on the top of a snag tree. I admired some nice yachts as I walked past the marina and remembered walking the docks with Debi in Ketchikan. I checked out the piers and buildings that made up the old salmon cannery and wistfully thought about the great salmon runs that used to frequent the area. I explored a gravel path that weaved through the resort and enjoyed the fresh air brought in by the stiff sea breeze.  People were taking advantage of the picnic tables scattered along the path and I enjoyed watching young children riding their bikes.  The Alaska Packers Cannery Museum provides interesting insights into the history of the salmon industry in the early 1900's. I really enjoyed my walk and believed it was an appropriate destination that acknowledged our 35 year journey that began at Bell Island Fishing Resort in Southeast Alaska.

Directions:  Take exit 270 off I-5, to Birch bay/Lynden Road, Turn on Blaine Road, then Drayton Harbor Road to Semiahoo Parkway.

Trail Description:

Length: !.6 mile round trip

Surface: Paved, with crushed gravel options

Grade: Level

Difficulty: easy wheelchair assist

Availability: Year round

Accessible Restroom