Washington Water Trails Association
Public Policy OfficesWashington, United States2-10 Employees
The Washington Water Trails Association is a small, nonprofit-focused organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to protecting, expanding, stewarding, and advocating for public access to marine shorelines, lakesides, and riverbanks across the state for human- and wind-powered watercraft. Its work centers on creating and sustaining access to outdoor waterways, addressing the needs of people who rely on these spaces for recreation and transportation while supporting responsible, low-impact use. Positioned within the public policy and outdoor access landscape, the organization coordinates efforts at the intersection of land and water access, stewardship, and advocacy to preserve and improve opportunities for water-based activities in Washington state. The association operates with a compact team and is located at a specific Seattle address, underscoring its regional focus while pursuing a broader mission across Washington’s waterways. A recent operational development includes ongoing work toward access and stewardship initiatives that align with its mission of maintaining open, usable water trails for a range of watercraft.