Tag: washington state parks

May 4, 2020

Some trails, closed amid statewide parks shutdown, will reopen for day use Tuesday

Washington State is preparing to ease a few restrictions for the first time since the outbreak began, and reopening day use of many parks and trails are at the top of the list. Starting tomorrow (Tuesday), major statewide trails like the Palouse to Cascades Trail (AKA the Iron Horse Trail AKA John Wayne Pioneer Trail)…
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March 8, 2016

No longer on the chopping block, State looks to invest in the John Wayne Trail

The movement to save and improve the state-spanning John Wayne Pioneer Trail (AKA the Iron Horse Trail) has turned out so strongly across Washington that rather than trying to give trail land away, Senate leaders are hoping to invest $100,000 into making it work better. In a letter to supporters, the Tekoa Trail and Trestle…
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May 25, 2012

Two chances to get involved with mountain bike trail work in Seattle and the state

Want more mountain biking in Washington State Parks? How about a mountain bike trail on Beacon Hill? Well, you have two chances coming up to get involved. Beacon Bike Park Cheasty Greenspace is the only natural area in the city accessible by light rail. Some people who have been helping to restore the area have…
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June 21, 2011

Washington’s new Discover Pass does not apply to people riding bikes

Well, here’s yet another reason to ride your bike on your weekend getaway this summer. In order to help close a huge funding gap, Washington State Parks is instituting a new vehicle license fee that goes into effect July 1. The Discover Pass will cost $30 per vehicle per year. However, this pass is only…
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