West Cascades

map of Columbia Land Trust's service area in the West Cascades

Rivers flow west from iconic Cascade peaks

The West Cascades are home to powerful, wild rivers that provide wildlife habitat, drinking water, and world-class recreation. Thriving, lush forests support wildlife and forestry.

Our focus watersheds include the East Fork Lewis River, the Washougal River, the Wind River, and the Sandy River.

Regional priorities

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    Ensure large swaths of both public and privately owned forestland are intact and functional, connecting habitat for migratory species.

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    Halt the net loss of older forests and increase the number of forested acres managed toward old-growth forest habitat.

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    Protect important rivers for salmon and steelhead habitat by removing barriers to migration, improving river conditions, and restoring floodplains.

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    Cultivate local and regional public support for conserving working forestland by demonstrating their economic and recreational value.

Key projects in this region