CLC recently protected a key property adjoining Robe Canyon Historical Park, considered the gem of the Snohomish County Regional Park system. Situated along the South Fork Stillaguamish River, Robe Canyon Park encompasses almost 1,000 acres of unparalleled wild and scenic land on both sides of Robe Canyon. Old Robe Trail, the centerpiece of the park which runs along a portion of the historic route of the Monte Cristo Railroad, is used by thousands of hikers each year.
 

The property acquired by CLC is critically located at the trail head along the Mountain Loop Highway at the northeastern end of the park. The acquisition protects significant river-frontage, mature riparian forest, and forested upland that could have been developed. At the same time, it will enable Snohomish County Parks to extend the trail for low-impact recreational use and environmental education purposes. An old road that extends from the Mountain Loop Highway through the property will allow development of disabled and emergency access to the park.

A generous contribution from one of our members allowed CLC to move quickly to acquire the property, which was immediately transferred to Snohomish County Parks for inclusion in the public park. Funding for the acquisition by Snohomish County Parks was through Conservation Futures. CLC will continue to work to preserve additional wild lands along this stretch of the river, protecting pristine riparian habitat and opportunities for passive recreational uses.

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Driving Directions from Seattle/Tacoma:
• Drive North on I-5 to US-2 East, exit number 194, towards Snohomish/Wenatchee
• From US-2, take the WA-204 E/20th St. SE ramp towards Lake Stevens
• Keep left at the fork in the ramp; merge onto WA-204
• Turn left onto WA-9; turn right onto WA-92
• Take WA-92 to the town of Graninte Falls
• From the town of Granite Falls, follow the Mountain Loop Hwy for 6 miles
• Look for a rustic sign on the right
• Parking is available along the side of the road.