Wednesday Walk at Yudwasta Big Rock Park
About this Event
Known to the Upper Skagit People as Yudwasta, meaning "of the heart," Big Rock has long been a place of deep cultural connection and natural beauty. The park sits at the center of a vital wildlife corridor along Nookachamps Creek, where black bears, coyotes, otters, and other wildlife move freely between habitats, and where Gribble Creek supports returning Coho salmon.
Yudwasta Big Rock Park was recently expanded and reopened thanks to years of dedicated work by Skagit Land Trust, Skagit County Parks, the Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, and private landowners. Participants on this community walk will learn about the park's remarkable conservation success story and see for themselves why this landscape has mattered to generations of people and wildlife alike.
Space for this event is limited, and registration is required! Click the red button above to reserve your spot.
HIKE DETAILS:
Route: This hike is only about 1 mile round trip, but participants are welcome to explore further on their own. You can read more about the trail on WTA's website.
What to Bring: Please bring anything you need for hiking, such as water, snacks or lunch, bug spray, sunscreen, a hat. Depending on weather, bring waterproof gear and/or jackets if needed.
Getting There: From I-5, take exit 227 for WA-538 E/College Way. Follow signs for College Way and continue on E College Way for 3.5 miles. At the traffic circle, take the first exit onto WA-9 S. Follow WA-9 until you see Mount Vernon Big Lake Rd on your right. Take the right onto Mt Vernon Big Lake Rd and continue for 0.2 mile, until you see the concrete ecology blocked gated entrance to the property on your right.
Please carpool if possible. Dogs are welcome but must remain on leash, and they must be well socialized to walk in groups with people and other dogs.
Email Sarah at [email protected] or text /call 360-325-2108 with any questions.
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