Coming back from the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns in 2021 was a challenge. Contracts and permits were delayed, leaving our remaining work at Northern State Recreation Area uncertain. Hill Creek Trail was incomplete, and construction of the Pumphouse Bridge had not yet started.
One of the proposals on our docket was a loop trail around Thompson Pond, but the plan to develop Olmsted Park was also on hold. We reached out to the City of Sedro-Woolley and offered to perform ivy control in preparation for that trail work. This was a way to keep our volunteers engaged and enjoying the outdoors.
We spent several work parties digging, pulling, and cutting invasive ivy, as well as spreading wood chips to deter future growth.
Note: The City’s contractors began work on Olmsted Park in the summer of 2025. A loop trail is still on our to-do list but is not yet scheduled.
View the map of proposed trails coming 2025-2027
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Skagit Trail Builders is a program of United General District 304.
The trails at Northern State Recreation Area are the result of our partnership with Skagit County Parks and Recreation, the Port of Skagit, the City of Sedro-Woolley, and our incredible community of volunteers!
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