New temporary signs are restricting parking along Highway 14 around the Dog Mountain trailhead near milepost 53.   Drivers ignoring the signs could find their vehicles have been ticketed and towed.  The signs are a part of a safety strategy coordinated with the Skamania County Sheriff’s Office, the Washington State Patrol, Washington State Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Forest Service, the agency that maintains the trail.  The goal is to improve driver and pedestrian safety and give first responders better access to the trailhead during an emergency.  On busy weekends, rangers from the Forest Service will help direct drivers at the adjacent trailhead parking lot to keep traffic moving safely.  Hikers are encouraged to carpool and arrive early.  Permanent signs will be installed after design details are finalized with local agency partners.