Pierce County is poised to open the newest addition to its trails system with the grand debut of the Pipeline Trail this Saturday. The festivities, open to the public, are slated to commence from 11 AM to 1 PM at the trailhead in Orangegate Park. The new trail stretches an impressive 5.8 miles from the Tacoma Dome into the leafy enclaves of rural Pierce County. Celebrants can expect a ribbon-cutting event crowded with local dignitaries.
The collaboration that brought this project to fruition is not lost on community leaders. The initiative saw key partnerships between Pierce County, the City of Tacoma, and Tacoma Public Utilities. A statement obtained from the Pierce County website included Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello and Parks Director Travis Buell in its list of speakers, who also extended an invitation to the citizens, encouraging them to explore the new trail and engage with the surrounding nature.
Under the grand celebration, the county is offering a host of outdoor activities for trail-goers of all ages. Activities range from bird watching walks hosted by the Tahoma Bird Alliance to a guided nature walk led by a Pierce County Land Steward. There are also interactive activities, such as a rubber duck hunt with prizes and craft stations for building birdhouses and decorating pinwheels. According to the same Pierce County announcement, the event promises to be a delightful experience for families and individuals alike, punctuated by free ice cream and an ambiance festooned with bubble stations.
