Category Overview
Washington is famous for its gorgeous and abundant waterways, from the Salish Sea to the Nisqually River, but many communities lack open public beaches and waterfronts where everyone can enjoy picnicking, swimming, paddling, boating, and angling. Water Access projects fund public shoreline access, boat launches, and fishing docks to create more opportunities for water recreation.
Project Highlights
Mount Vernon used this grant to build a 1,100 lineal foot multi-purpose riverfront trail that links to the city’s trails and Lions Park. Crews planted the shoreline with native plants. The North Trail serves as the backbone for further regional shoreline trails and provides a critical link between the city’s largest urban trail and the downtown promenade.