| Geneva Neighborhood Profile The Geneva Neighborhood is one of Bellingham’s most desirable areas to live. There are no commercial districts, and the large number of tall evergreen trees and views of Lake Whatcom offer serenity and peacefulness. Located between the northwest corner of Lake Whatcom and the tree covered side of Galbraith Mountain, Geneva offers a rural feel with most homes on large treed lots, many with great views of the lake. Some homes even have beach access and private docks that line the shore of Lake Whatcom.
Lakeway Drive is the main road that goes through the Geneva area, connecting the edge of Bellingham and Sudden Valley 4 miles beyond. Lakeway can be a busy road, especially during work commute times.
The Firs is a day camp and convention area that host many events throughout the year. This 30 acre facility is nearly 100 years old and is well-known by many Whatcom area residents who have attended an event or two in their lifetime.
There are no shopping areas in the Geneva Neighborhood. The closest gas station is across from Whatcom Falls Park, and Fred Meyers grocery store is about 4 miles to the west.
There are several park area, boat launches, and foot hiking trails that cross the Geneva Neighborhood. The closest public boat launch is in nearby Bloedel Donovan Park in the the Silver Beach Neighborhood. There is also one small open space that is along Lake Whatcom, between Euclid and Lakeway Drive.
Galbraith Mountain is also one of the most popular places for local mountain biking enthusiasts. Motorized bikes are prohibited and the miles of challenging trails are maintained by the Whatcom Independent Mountain Peddlers.
Geneva Elementary (public K-5), Evergreen Christian (private K-8), and the Whatcom Hills Waldorf School (private K-8) are the three schools located in the Geneva Neighborhood.
Students who live west of Euclid Ave. attend Carl Cozier Elementary, Kulshan Middle School and Sehome High School. Students who live east of Euclid Ave. along the west shore of Lake Whatcom, attend Geneva Elementary, Kulshan Middle School and Bellingham High School.
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