Willapa Hills Trail

Willapa Hills Trail
Northern Pacific Railway Newaukum River Bridge over the Newaukum River, near the Chehalis trailhead
Length56 miles (90 km)
LocationLewis County, Washington
Began construction1993
UseHiking, Biking, Horse riding
Elevation changeMinimal
DifficultyEasy to moderate
HazardsIncomplete portions in Pacific County
SurfacePaved, gravel
Maintained byWashington State Parks and Recreation Commission
WebsiteWA State Parks - Willapa Hills Trail

The Willapa Hills Trail is a 56.0-mile (90.1 km) intercounty rail trail in the U.S. state of Washington that is part of the Willapa Hills State Park. Following an east–west route alongside State Route 6, the tract links Chehalis and South Bend, traveling through or near several small towns and parks along the way. Overseen by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, local cities and towns often maintain areas of the trail within their jurisdictions. The trail is built upon a decommissioned railroad track.