Every time I do this hike I'm impressed by its beauty; and impressed by how neglected and overgrown it is. Lots of blackberry, nettle and other weeds. There are viewing platforms and signage that are inaccessible because it's so overgrown. I was unable to get all the way around the south end, turning back when I could no longer tell if there was a trail. Would someone please organize a work party or bring a machete?
The positives: lots of great views of the Cascades, Baker, Rainier, the river and the winding channels; a large variety of birds and lots of them; a unique environment.
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wafflesnfalafel on Spencer Island
agree - beautiful area but the boardwalks and that whole SE corner are in bad shape. My understanding is that there is something in the works but the most recent update I can find was from a number of months ago - https://wdfw.wa.gov/species-habitats/habitat-recovery/puget-sound/estuary-restoration-projects/spencer-island-restoration-project
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wafflesnfalafel on Jun 21, 2024 01:05 PM
skipole on Spencer Island
Ownership of the island is in 2 halves. The project is to enhance salmon habitat on the fish and wildlife side. Most of the hiking is on the Snohomish County regional park side.
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skipole on Jun 22, 2024 07:42 AM