Birch Bay, WA Home for Rent

Birch Bay is a slow-paced, coastal community with mountain views directly south of the Canadian border in Washington. “I recently told someone that I live in Birch Bay, and they responded, ‘Oh, you must be happy,” says Mary Jane Thompson, visitor center coordinator at the Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce. With its warm, shallow water, surrounding state parks and golf courses, the area has endless outdoor opportunities. Historically, Birch Bay leaned touristy and was a popular spot for retirees. But, officials say, that is changing. “It used to be ...