[pct-l] Agnes creek Bridge is open.........

[Andrea Dinsmore]

Anyone who wants to see the photos of the bridge being put in place and how
the final crossing looks please email me and I will send them to you.

PCT MOM

July 17, 2008
For Immediate Release
Kerry Olson (360) 854-7365 ext. 13


                     BRIDGE AT AGNES CREEK COMPLETED



The footbridge is now in place across Agnes Creek on the Agnes Creek Trail

and is open to both hikers and stock. The bridge is located one-half mile

from the Agnes Creek Trailhead in the Stehekin Valley of Lake Chelan

National Recreation Area. The Agnes Creek Trail is part of the Pacific

Crest Trail which spans from Mexico to Canada.



The Agnes Creek Trail footbridge was destroyed during the winter of 2006-7

by a large fallen tree. A temporary bridge was put in for the 2007 summer

season, while a more permanent replacement was designed. The new bridge was

flown into place on the morning of July 2nd and trail crews have been

working to secure the bridge and complete the footing and handrails.



Including the Agnes Creek Trail, North Cascades National Park Service

Complex has nearly 400 miles of trails and over 100 backcountry campsites

that are available for exploration by hikers of all ages and abilities. The

Agnes Creek Trail is an excellent day hike for families staying in the

Stehekin Valley wishing to see the giant western redcedars, or can be a

stunningly beautiful part of a longer backpacking trip over Suiattle Pass

for the more adventurous. All overnight stays in the backcountry require a

free permit that must be obtained in person at the visitor/information

station nearest the departure point. For up-to-date trail information and

assistance in trip planning, please visit www.nps.gov/noca or call the

Wilderness Information Center at (360) 854-7245 or the Golden West Visitor

Center in Stehekin, WA at (360) 854-7365, ext 14.



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