Grass Lake Trail Wins State Award | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

Olympia’s Grass Lake Nature Park just won the 2026 Washington State Trail Award for its stunning new accessible trail, boardwalk, and art made from a repurposed steel tank—showcasing nature, culture, and community. As the city gears up for a six-year parks and recreation plan (2028–2034) via Engage Olympia, it celebrates 57 parks, 25 miles of trails, and over 17,000 scholarships awarded—powered by thousands of volunteer hours and booming program registrations. Council members hail Grass Lake and Squaxin Park as trailblazers, while dog parks remain wildly popular. This honor proves how vital…