Save Little Mountain
Little Mountain is a small but significant piece of our natural heritage. Visible from almost anywhere in the city, Little Mountain serves as a vital green space for both wildlife and the local community. This amazing place is under threat from logging. Our mission is to protect this precious ecosystem for future generations.
10 acres on the Northwest flank of the mountain are currently being proposed for logging. This area abuts the park boundary directly below the Bonnie & Clyde's Trail and is directly above the Cedar Hills neighborhood.
Logging this area would destroy the natural beauty of the area and diminish the quality of life for residents who enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring the trails. Additionally, it would potentially increase runoff and destabilize the soil above dozens of homes.
View of the impacted area
The DNR Public Comment Period Has Ended
Update: The Washington DNR permit (FPA/N # NW-FPA-26-8688) for logging on Little Mountain's Northwest flank has been approved. The public comment period has closed.
While the official DNR comment period has ended, your voice still matters. Local elected officials can demonstrate their commitment to the community and begin a collaborative conversation to find solutions that preserve Little Mountain.
Contact SaveLittleMountain.org
Have questions or want to get involved? Reach out to us using the form below.
Contact Local Elected Officials
Encourage your Mayor, City Council members, and County Commissioners to work together to find a solution that preserves Little Mountain. Local leadership can advocate for your community and explore alternatives to protect this important green space.
Let them know how you feel about this project and ask them to prioritize finding collaborative solutions that benefit both the community and the environment.
If you have specific actions or suggestions for how your elected officials can take action or what you would like to see, please include them in your message.
Mount Vernon Mayor & City Council
Mayor Peter Donovan
mayor@ci.mount-vernon.wa.us
City Council Members:
Skagit County Commissioners
Skagit County Board of Commissioners
commissioners@co.skagit.wa.us
Main phone: (360) 336-9300
Tips for Contacting Your Elected Officials
Example opening:
"I am writing to urge you to take action to preserve Little Mountain. As someone who regularly uses these trails, this forest is vital to our community's quality of life."