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
The Department of Fish and Wildlife will use this grant to buy 103 acres, including 1 mile of undeveloped shoreline, on Willapa Bay, 20 miles south of Raymond in Pacific County. The primary opportunities offered by this site are recreational harvest of oysters and clams, wildlife viewing, kayaking, waterfowl hunting, and access to explore the unique shoreline of Willapa Bay.