6-3-16 Naches update
Posted: Fri Jun 03, 2016 2:21 pm
Seasonal Motorized Trail Closures Lifted
NACHES—Due to consistent warm and dry conditions coupled with volunteers working diligently to clear fallen trees, the seasonal motorized trail closure on the Naches Ranger District has been lifted prior to the traditional opening date of June 16.
Each spring the Naches Ranger District sets seasonal closures on motorized trails to prevent resource damage when the ground is soft and wet as snow melts. “Closing the trails when they are most vulnerable allows us to enjoy them the rest of the year without causing resource damage,” said District Ranger, Kelly Lawrence. “Our volunteer partners provided tremendous help in assessing the trails early on, and clearing trails as soon as they were accessible. This is a huge contribution to getting our trails open in a timely manner.”
Forest Service trails are a national resource and responsible use of the trail system by the public is key to keeping them accessible. Currently, trails above 5,000 feet may still be snow covered or muddy. Resource damage occurs when trails are used while they are wet and muddy; forest visitors are encouraged to refrain from using them until they completely dry out.
For additional details on current conditions, call the Naches Ranger District office at 509-653-1401.
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NACHES—Due to consistent warm and dry conditions coupled with volunteers working diligently to clear fallen trees, the seasonal motorized trail closure on the Naches Ranger District has been lifted prior to the traditional opening date of June 16.
Each spring the Naches Ranger District sets seasonal closures on motorized trails to prevent resource damage when the ground is soft and wet as snow melts. “Closing the trails when they are most vulnerable allows us to enjoy them the rest of the year without causing resource damage,” said District Ranger, Kelly Lawrence. “Our volunteer partners provided tremendous help in assessing the trails early on, and clearing trails as soon as they were accessible. This is a huge contribution to getting our trails open in a timely manner.”
Forest Service trails are a national resource and responsible use of the trail system by the public is key to keeping them accessible. Currently, trails above 5,000 feet may still be snow covered or muddy. Resource damage occurs when trails are used while they are wet and muddy; forest visitors are encouraged to refrain from using them until they completely dry out.
For additional details on current conditions, call the Naches Ranger District office at 509-653-1401.
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