Public Conduct in Cowlitz County, WA (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Cowlitz County, Washington.
Verified from official government sources
Skateboarding Rules
Unincorporated Cowlitz County does not ban skateboarding outright, but its Code of Conduct and Trespass chapter names skating or skateboarding in a public parking area, entryway or open plaza of a county facility as an example of unreasonably disruptive behavior that can lead to a trespass warning.
Skateboarding at Cowlitz County Facilities Can Trigger Trespass
Significant RestrictionsCowlitz County Code § 10.05.010(L), § 10.05.020
Dangerous or unsafe actions or behavior, illegal actions or behavior, and unreasonably disruptive actions or behavior, as defined in CCC § 10.05.020, are prohibited within all county facilities and properties. ... "Unreasonably disruptive actions or behavior" are actions or behavior that are not constitutionally protected and that, in consideration of the nature, scope, use and purpose of the p...
Outdoor Smoking Restrictions
Unincorporated Cowlitz County bans tobacco use, including vaping, in or within 25 feet of playgrounds, public restrooms, shelters and pavilions in county parks, during public park events and ball field activities, and during youth and adult league games and practices.
Tobacco and Vaping Banned Near Cowlitz County Park Amenities
Some RestrictionsCowlitz County Code § 9.06.050(G)
Tobacco Products. No form of tobacco, including vaping, may be used while in or within 25 feet of the following: 1. Playgrounds or play areas; 2. Public restrooms, shelters and pavilions; 3. Public events at the parks and ball fields; and 4. During adult and youth league games and practices.
Jaywalking
Cowlitz County's traffic code has no separate mid-block jaywalking statute; instead CCC § 11.04.395 and § 11.04.400 govern where pedestrians may walk. Where a sidewalk exists, walking in the adjacent roadway is unlawful, and where none exists, pedestrians must walk facing traffic and step clear of oncoming vehicles.
Pedestrian Roadway Walking Rules in Cowlitz County
Light RestrictionsCowlitz County Code §§ 11.04.395, 11.04.400
Pedestrians shall be subject to traffic control signals at intersections as provided in RCW 46.61.060, and at all other places pedestrians shall be accorded the privileges and shall be subject to the restrictions stated in this resolution. ... Where sidewalks are provided it shall be unlawful for any pedestrian to walk along and upon an adjacent roadway. ... Where sidewalks are not provided any...
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