Project Background
Pierce County Parks manages approximately 1,700 acres in the Carbon River Corridor (Carbon River Valley, Fairfax Properties, and Fairfax Town Site). These properties are currently undeveloped, but may provide opportunities for future recreation and visitor services in the area.
Pierce County is co-managing the development of the Cooperative Action Plan with the National Park Service, Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program.
The Cooperative Action Plan will build on the 2003 Carbon River Corridor Charette with a focus on developing visitor services in the area that meet demand while protecting important environmental and cultural resources, as well as balancing the character desired by local residents.
Project Schedule
Pierce County began discussions with property owners and the community in early 2020. A consultant will be hired in mid-2020 to develop an inventory of the area and interview stakeholders. This information will be shared during public outreach in late 2020. In 2021, the cooperative action plan will be drafted with input from landowners and stakeholders.