Mid-point parking lot set for Chipman trail

The Bill Chipman trail will soon have a mid-trail “trail head” for users. A lighted parking lot will be constructed along the trail, just off the Sunshine Road overpass along the Moscow/Pullman highway.

The lot will have 14 to 21 parking spaces, depending on how much funding is available.

While this current work on the lot does not include a restroom, the department has plans to leave in space for future space for a facility.

The project will be put out to bid early to mid-summer, according to Park Ranger Justus Barton.

The trail runs eight miles between Moscow and Pullman and is a favorite am...