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Samish Overlook
- Status
- Funded in 2009
The Washington Department of Natural Resources will use this grant to develop the highly used Samish Overlook, which is in the Blanchard Forest just south of Bellingham. Overlooking Samish Bay, the site attracts a wide range of users, including hang gliders, paragliders, horseback riders, hikers, picnickers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, and sightseers, but there are no facilities to handle the use. Work will include design and construction of improved parking and improved restroom access, signs, an observation terrace and links to trails. Development will direct where and how use takes place, and as a result, will improve public health and safety and protect the environment. This project also will provide for needed access for people with disabilities. (08-1052)
Location
Exit I-5 at exit number 240 (Alger exit), turn left onto Lake Samish Road, go approximately .6 mile and turn left onto Barrel Springs Road, go approximately .7 mile and turn right onto forest road, go approximately 1.2 miles, take slight right onto the B-2000 road, go approximately 2.5 miles to the project site.
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Samish Overlook
- The Washington Department of Natural Resources will use this grant to develop the highly used Samish Overlook, which is in the Blanchard Forest just south of Bellingham. Overlooking Samish Bay, the site attracts a wide range of users, including hang gliders, paragliders, horseback riders, hikers, picnickers, rock climbers, mountain bikers, and sightseers, but there are no facilities to handle the use. Work will include design and construction of improved parking and improved restroom access, signs, an observation terrace and links to trails. Development will direct where and how use takes place, and as a result, will improve public health and safety and protect the environment. This project also will provide for needed access for people with disabilities. (08-1052)
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What is the WWRP?
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.
