Willow Grove Beach Phase 1

Category Overview

Local Parks grants help protect these symbols of vibrant communities, providing places for families to gather and play and promoting a healthy and active lifestyle in an era when people spend increasing amounts of their time inside. The WWRP is the largest source of local parks funding in Washington, helping communities fund the acquisition, development, and renovation of vital recreation areas and green spaces.

Project Highlights

Development of a major regional waterfront park on the Columbia River, four miles west of Longview. Public access to beach and picnic areas, basic facilities such as restrooms and parking for day-use activities.

Quick Facts

WWRP Applicant: Longview Port of Category: Local Parks WWRP Grant: $211,810.90 Applicant Match: $211,810.90 Project Type: Development County: Cowlitz Legislative District: 19 Status: Closed Completed RCO Project # 91-052

Location Details

West of city of Longview. 4 miles, on Willow Grove Road and Columbia River Shoreline.

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.