Gateway Green’s Phase 3 construction begins on Tuesday, September 7th. This project will significantly impact the South End of the Park (all other areas will remain open). During construction, the unofficial south entrance will be closed as well as the top portions of The Gravity Lines (Rebar Ridge & Linda’s Line). NWTA will be working … Read More
Please be cautious when driving from Highway 30 to the Rocky Point main parking area. Logging activity at Rocky Point will affect traffic flow on Rocky Point Road just downhill from the parking area. Large trucks and equipment will be entering and leaving the North side gate regularly throughout the next several months. The North … Read More
A small group gathered on Friday evening (8/20) at a grey and misty Marble Mountain Sno-Park to spend the weekend riding trails at the Mount St. Helens National Monument. Saturday’s weather slightly improved and groups formed to do different activities for the day. Those who brought their kayaks went to paddle at Merrill Lake. A … Read More
Written by Nancy Stone [email protected] On Tuesday 8/17 we had 12 women arrive for the beginner’s ride at Sandy Ridge. The enthusiasm and stoke were high the entire evening. This is likely contributed to the positive attitudes everyone brought to the table and the light rain falling from the sky. Rain! Which translated into tacky tread and a much-needed … Read More
There are quite a few questions that come up on a regular basis about Rocky Point. Q&A is below, but it comes down to NWTA’s lease agreement with Weyerhaeuser, and the requirement that NWTA keeps track of who is using the property for safety and security reasons. Access to the property is free for all … Read More
August 10, 2021 – Cascade Locks, OR As featured in USFS The Scene Newsletter – August 2021 “The Forest Service is partnering with The Port of Cascade Locks and Northwest Trail Alliance to develop a 15-mile shared-use trail system that will expand opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, and equestrian use in the vicinity of Cascade … Read More
On Saturday 7/31 after 15+ months of separation due to COVID-19 NWTA & the Women, Trans, Femme (WTF) riders from Metropolis Cycle Repair gathered to conduct a Beginners Skill Building Ride at Sandy Ridge. The goal of this event was to have the attendees build their confidence when riding trails like the ones at Sandy … Read More
Please be advised that forestry activity at Rocky Point will affect trail access effective immediately and until further notice. Be cautious of trucks entering and leaving the North gate. North Side Rocky Point Active logging will take place effective immediately and until further notice. All trails on the North side will be closed with the … Read More
Lewis and Clark Timberlands values the feedback from our recreation permit holders. Recently, we have been getting many inquiries as to why the trails at Klootchy Creek are still closed. The answer is that fire danger is still high, regardless of the dew we see in the morning that coats the foliage. The morning dew, … Read More
Written by Nell Stamper KLOOTCHY CREEK TRAIL SYSTEM CLOSED: Due to the recent record-breaking heat and high fire danger, the land managers at Klootchy Creek have closed all recreational use of the property. We are not sure how long the closure will last, and we are working closely with Greenwood Resources to get safe access as soon … Read More