Riverside Forest Health Treatment

Project summary

During the spring of 2025, Parks will work with contractors to complete a 340-acre forest health project in Riverside State Park in the area between Seven Mile Road and Carlson Road. This project will promote a healthy and resilient forest by removing wildfire fuels and low vigor trees. Trailhead and trail closures will be in place throughout the project area. 

Project updates

Timely project updates will be posted here after work begins.

Benefits

The long-term benefits of thinning vegetation in a dense forest includes reducing wildfire risk and limiting damage to existing trails. It also protects and supports old growth trees and sensitive species and habitats.

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Contact Us

Name Riverside State Park
Phone (509) 465-5064
Email Riverside@parks.wa.gov