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Palouse to Cascades Trail Crisis | Spokane News
A historic trail carved a century ago just took a brutal hit — an 80-foot washout from December’s atmospheric rivers has left hikers and bikers scrambling. But thanks to a lightning-fast emergency response, state parks slashed permitting to just 2.5 months, while local groups and foundations jumped in with cash and labor to build a temporary bypass. This isn’t just about fixing a gap — it’s about preserving a vital cross-state route that drew nearly 80,000 visitors last year. With a permanent fix costing $2.5M to $7.5M and more historic culverts in need of repair, Washington State Parks is…
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