1. McGuire Park, Spokane river access point - Kayaks

McGuire Park is about a mile below the Post Falls Dam and is the first access point on the river after the Post Falls Dam. This park has some picnic tables and a small parking area. It has no landing, but one can easily launch a kayak or raft by hand due to the fairly level shore area. The best time to kayak from this location is mid summer when the river is slow moving. This is not an ideal location to swim from as there are no pools. Directions: From I90 take Exit 2 (same Exit used to access Flying J) and proceed south to the stop light. At the stop light turn left onto Riverbend Avenue and go to the end of this street to the stop sign. Turn right onto McGuire Rd. Follow this road and after the sweeping turn to the left. Keep an eye out on your right for a gravel road (looks like a drive way to a private residence. The drive way to the park serves as the road to both the park and a private residence). Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com; Type in Post Falls Idaho and follow the above directions. Info: This is a day use park only with rules posted.

2. Corbin Park, Spokane river access point - Dinghies

CAUTION HAZARDOUS SWIM AREA - Even though Corbin Park river area is a popular swimming area, be advised of the following: Strong Undertow. Strong Current. Swim at your own Risk!

This park has a paved launch ramp! It is also a fun location to swim and kayak from. In late summer and early fall it may also be a nice location for some sail yakking or even dinghy sailing. Due to the depth of this location, (20’ in some spots), and the flow of the river sometimes being really slow, this area kind of becomes like a lake/reservoir between the west and east rapids (1/2 mile long and 50'-150' wide in one section). There really needs to be about 10 knots of wind for the wind to get down into this canyon.

Note of caution: Several people have drowned here due to some nasty undertow. I swim at this park a lot and love it, but use common sense and know my limits. I actually swim at this park with my wet suite shorts (for extra flotation), or with a small boat fender with a leash connected to my arm. Or I just swim with my life vest on and employ these tactics with my kids; better safe than sorry. During middle or late summer it is best to swim here when the water is low and moving very slowly, thus the undertows will be less.

CORBIN PARK is located at the south end of Corbin Road off Riverbend Ave. This 28+ acre site, along the Spokane River, offers access for rafting or fishing, picnic areas, BBQ pits, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, softball field, Frisbee, golf course & restrooms. Directions: From I90 take Exit 2 (same Exit used to access Flying J) and proceed south to the stop light. At the stop light turn left onto Riverbend Ave. Go down this road and look to your right; you will see a sign directing you to Corbin Park on Corbin Rd. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type exactly [470-599] S Corbin Rd Post Falls, ID 83854, US. You will see a red star indicating where the park is. Info: Post Falls Chamber of Commerce www.postfallsidaho.org

3. State Line Informal Launch & Future Park

 ATTENTION THE PRIMATIVE LAUNCH NEXT TO THE W. SELTICE BRIDGE IS CURRENTLY NOT ACCESSIBLE DUE TO BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION.

At the Idaho Washington state line, and across the river from Cabellas is a primitive launch area commonly used by drift boaters and as a take out point for those tubing/drifting from either Corbin or McGuire Parks in Idaho. There are future plans to create a permanent park at this location and improve the primitive launches. At this point a drift boater could take their craft out at Harvard Bridge, once you past this point it would be difficult to remove a boat, but not a problem for the lighter kayaks/canoes. Up river a short distance from the State Line is Corbin Park, which currently has the only paved launch on the river until Lake Spokane (other than at Felt Fields, which is a private launch). This State Line access point has no facilities, but just a short distance away is Gateway Park Visitor Center with restrooms, running water, and picnic area. Directions: This launch site it right on the Idaho/Washington border (technically mostly on the Washington State side) next to the I90 bridge. On HWY 90 coming from either Spokane or Coeur d'Alene take exit 299. At the end of the exit off ramp turn north (N. Spokane Bridge Rd). Head toward the visitor center (there are signs pointing the way). Turn right at the stop sign at E. Appleway Ln. (turning left takes you to the visitor center/rest area). Just after after you turn onto Appleway you will see a gravel road to your right. Follow this gravel road to the primitive launch site. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com. Type in "Post Falls Idaho" and move left/west along HWY 90 on the map to the Idaho/Washington State border. This launch is located where HWY 90 meets the border on the north side of the bridge. Pan in via aerial setting to view the launch site.

4. I90 Gateway Park Visitor Center-Rest Area/Weight Station Informal Launch

At this site behind the Gateway Park Visitor Center and across the Centennial Trail is a narrow and steep access point suitable for kayaks and canoes to launch from. This is a excellent site to access white water just down the river near Harvard Road Bridge. Right across the path and street there are restrooms, running water, and a picnic area. The visitor center is closed temporarily (as of the time this is posted ~ feel free to check it out to see if it is open yet) due to budgetary constraints. Directions: On I90 at the Idaho, Washington state line take Exit 299 north toward the river; follow signs to rest area. Behind the rest area before you turn into the rest area parking lot is a gravel parking lot; this is the place. One can portage the kayak from the gravel parking lot to the river. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Post Falls, ID 83854, US. Pan west along I90 toward Exit 299 to view rest area and river access site.

5. Harvard Bridge Informal Launch

This access point to the Spokane River is one of the most accessible to boats that need a trailer such as drift boats. It would be best to launch upriver at the State Line primitive launch or further up river at the paved Corbin Park Launch (the only public paved launch on the river until Spokane Lake). This site also has a nice beach for sun bathing and swimming from. Launching from this site leads off to a white water area just before the McMillan Street Take Out and Barker Road Bridge access point. This site has a restroom and nice paved parking area. The river from this site to Barker Bridge is generally calm enough for recreational floating such as on inner tubes during lower river flows, but from Barker Bridge to the Islands Trailhead/Denny Ashlock Bridge the river is rated as Class II white water. Directions: Take Exit 296 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Harvard Rd toward the river. Pass over the Harvard bridge and immediately on the west side of the bridge there is a gravel road to the river. There are signs indicating a park. On the South side of the river next to the bridge, before you cross the bridge, there is another park for the Spokane Centennial Trail, you can park there and access the river by portaging your kayak to the river. But the previously mentioned park is far better for river access, and is the official river access site with gravel launch and rocky beach. Very easy to access the river from this launch and beach. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 296 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

6. McMillan Street Take-Out

This access point is for take-out only and was designated when Barker Bridge was under construction. There is no parking lot at this site so one picks up their craft and leaves immediately. It is a good spot for those wanting to take their craft out of the river before the class II white water which is after the Barker Bridge. There is a large orange Take-Out sign near the river edge. Directions:  Directions: On I90 east of Spokane Valley, WA. take Exit 296 and go north on N. Harvard Rd. after you cross the river bridge turn west onto E. Euclid Ave. a few miles down the road turn south onto N. Meyers Rd. follow this road when it turns west and becomes E. Buckeye Rd. Less than a mile down the road turn south onto N. McMillan Rd. At the end of this road is the access point via a small pedestrian gate down a path (fire lane) to the river. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 296 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

7. Barker Bridge Informal Launch

  THIS SITE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION.  This access point to the Spokane River is very popular to white water kayakers because it leads to a series of white water rapids, such as Judd's New Hole & the Mini Climax Wave. This is also the reason it's a take out point for drift boaters wanting to avoid the rapids (see #6 McMillan Street as another take out before the Barker Bridge). From Harvard Bridge to the Islands Trailhead/Denny Ashlock Bridge the river is rated as Class II white water. Directions: Take Exit 293 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Barker Rd. toward the river. Before the Barker Bridge is a Cenntennial Trail large gravel parking lot. One can portage a kayak from this site to the river via a steep river bank, but on the opposite side of the bridge is a better place to launch from. Pass over the Harvard bridge and immediately on the east side of the bridge there is a gravel road/ramp to the river.  Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 293 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

8. Flora & Montgomery Corner Access

This access point to the river is not well known. Parking along the road is limited. There is a paved trail and large grassy path that lead almost to the river. There is a narrower gravel path to the river. It is recommended when portaging your kayak to the river that you do so via the grassy path so as not to block the paved path. As compared to the Mission and Sullivan access points this site is free of large boulders at waters edge making launching and retrieving from this site much easier than at the Mission Ave. access site. This site is also more centrally located with the rapids of this section of the river. Sullivan Hole, Mini Climax, and Judd's New Hole white water rapids are all rated class II and are all down river of this access point. Directions:  Take Exit 293 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Barker Rd. toward the river. Before the Barker Bridge is E. Riverway St.. Take this road west a short distance and then turn west onto E. Montgomery Ave./Dr at approximately the corner of this road and N. Flora Rd. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 293 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

View Live Webcam at Flora Rapids on the Spokane River near the Mission Ave. site

9. Mission Avenue Access

 This access point is suited for kayaks, canoes, and small rafts. From the parking area one will portage their water craft across the Centennial Trail down a fairly steep gravel trail to a boulder like beach. This access point is next to the Sullivan Hole and Mini Climax; Judd's New Hole rapids are just up the river. All these rapids make up a popular wave area for white water kayaking and are rated class II. There is an open area used as a parking area at this site but there are no restroom or other facilities available. The river in this area from Harvard Bridge to the Denny Ashlock Bridge is rated as Class II white water. Directions:  Take Exit 293 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Barker Rd. toward the river. Before the Barker Bridge is E. Mission Ave. At the end of this road is the area you park to access the river. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 293 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

View Live Webcam at Flora Rapids on the Spokane River near the Mission Ave. site

10. Sullivan Park

On this part of the river some mistakenly think that Sullivan Park (which is right off of Sullivan St.) is the access point to the river in this area, but this is not the case. This park has a large parking, picnic area, with restrooms, and running water.  To access the river do so across the street from the park on E. Flora Pit Rd. Driving a short distance down this road and to your right (south) you will see a short gravel road into a small gravel parking lot. In this parking lot you will see a trail which leads to the waters edge. There is a nice wide gradual descending path almost to the waters edge. At the end of the path you will have to portage over some big boulders and rocks. This site gives you access to some nice rapids and to the popular Zoon Hole wave area. From Harvard Bridge to the Denny Ashlock Bridge the river is rated as Class II white water. Directions:  Take Exit 291B off of I90 and proceed North on N. Sullivan Rd. toward the river. Right after you cross the river bridge to your right (east) is N. Flora Pit Rd. Take this road to the small gravel parking lot on your right (south) to access the river. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. Pan east along I90 toward Exit 291B and follow above directions to view the river access site.

11. Mirabeau Point Park

This a large public park near the Spokane Valley Mall. The Centennial Trail passes through the park. The park has ball fields, picnic and hiking areas, restroom, and running water. The river access point parking area is right across the street from the parks sole artificial water fall. From the parking area you portage down a hill that can be steep at times but generally is not that bad to the waters edge. From Harvard Bridge to the Denny Ashlock Bridge the river is rated as Class II white water. Directions: In the city of Spokane Valley take Exit 291A off of I90 and proceed North on N. Evergreen Rd. toward the mall. At the end of this road where it T's into E. Indiana Ave. at the stop light turn left/west onto E. Indiana Ave. Proceed a short distance down this road and then turn right/north onto S. Mirabeau Pkwy. The parking lot to the river access site is after you pass the YMCA across the street from the artificial water fall park area next to the Centennial Trail. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 291A and follow above directions to view the river access site.

12. Plantes Ferry Park

This is a popular swim area and soccer park. Just before this park's main entrance when traveling East on Upriver Drive or just past the main entrance going west, there is a spot you can unload from (10 minute parking limit) and walk down the park to a little beach to launch from. The swim area has a nice spot to launch a kayak from but there is a small 3' high fence you will need to step over. After unloading your boat you can drive to the park to park your car and then walk back to your craft. Down river from this access point there is short series of rapids that are then followed by lake like conditions into Upriver Dam reservoir. Even with these lake like conditions the current can be very strong during spring run off, etc. Floating from this park to the dam is generally calm enough for recreational floating such as on inner tubes during lower river flow. From Harvard Bridge to the Denny Ashlock Bridge the river is rated as Class II white water. ATTENTION! There are no public boat launches on the Upriver Dam Reservoir; all access points are only suited for kayaks/canoes, sail yaks, and very light weight sailing dinghies like the 50 lb. Super Snark. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are only allowed between N. Park Rd. on the south side of the river on the east end of Felts Field and just up river of Boulder Beach to Plantes Ferry Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane Valley take Exit 289 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Pines Rd (HWY 27). Where this road intersects with E. Trent Ave. (HWY 290) turn right/east. After you proceed down this road a short distance and cross a bridge over the Spokane River turn left/north onto N. Mcdonald Rd. At the end of this road turn left/west onto E. Wellesley Ave. A short distance down this road and it turns into E. Upriver Dr. Plantes Ferry Park is only a shot distance down this road as well. Maps: To view a map click on www.mapquest.com and type Spokane Valley, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 289 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

UPRIVER RESERVOIR

The Upriver Reservoir extends from the Upriver Dam to the Denny Ashlock Bridge. Half of this reservoir is open to motorized craft from Park Rd. beginning just up river from Boulder Beach Park all the way to Plante's Ferry Park. However most motorized craft will not make it up river past Denny Ashlock Bridge due to white water between this bridge and Plante's Ferry Park. Bellow the bridge on the north side of the river is a beautiful marsh area with an abundance of water foul. As you progress down the reservoir it widens to lake like conditions. There are no public boat launches but there are access points along the reservoir where one can launch a kayak/canoe or small dinghy from. This reservoir is popular with rowers, small boat sailors, and with touring kayakers, canoers, and fishermen. Swimming is also popular particularly near Denny Ashlock Bridge and at Boulder Beach. This is a lake within the City of Spokane...

16. John H. Shield's Park

This great rock climbing park is near the dam and across the street (Upriver Dr.) from the reservoir. There are two places across the street from the park to launch a kayak or canoe from. The best location is next to the large red regulatory bouy and Dam warning sign. This site has a nice gradual slope to the water but the grass can be a bit deep during the summer. The second launch site is almost directly across the street from the restroom via a steep primitive trail to the waters edge. This is the widest part of this river and quite open to the wind (which can be a negative to some, but a positive for sailors). This access point is in a non motorized section of the river/reservoir from the Dam to Park Street on the south side of the river just upriver from Boulder Beach. CAUTION must be applied as this non-motorized area is the place where sea plains land and is also where the Spokane and Gonzaga University rowing teams train. Keep clear of the plains and rowing teams. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are only allowed between N. Park Rd. on the south side of the river, and on the east end of Felts Field and just up river of Boulder Beach to Plantes Ferry Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 287 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Argonne Rd. to the intersection of N. Argonne Rd. & E. Upriver Dr. Turn left/west onto E. Upriver Dr. proceed down the road a few miles until you near Upriver Dam. John H. Shield's Park is directly across the street from the Dam. Beach Park is on your left/south. This park is also across from the Spokane & Gonzaga Uni. rowing facility and the Felts Field Sea Plane river access site, so when boating here watch out for Sea Planes and rowing teams, both of which have the right of away over you no matter what you are on. There are no public boat launches on the Upriver Dam Reservoir; all access points are only suited for kayaks/canoes, sail yaks, and very light weight sailing dinghies like the 50 lb. Super Snark. Limits: Watercraft with motors are only allowed between N. Park Rd. on the south side of the river on the east end of Felts Field and just up river of Boulder Beach to Plantes Ferry Park. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 287 and follow above directions to view the park.

1. Upriver Dam Put-In

This is the first access site for the river between the Upriver Falls Dam and Upriver Dam. One can park in the very small gravel parking lot along N. Upriver Dr. just south before the road Y's with E. Upriver Dr. & E. Frederick Ave. From the road one traverses down a trail to a level and large grassy area. The bank is easy to get down to the river edge. This is an excellent place to fish from but is not suited for swimming due to it's close proximity to the dam. Of course one should be aware that you are immediately below the dam and the spillways can be opened unexpectedly at anytime. Please check the dams notices and information, river flow status, etc. at   http://www.avistautilities.com/inside/resources/Pages/waterflow.aspx  Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on the section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 287 off of I90 and proceed North on N. Argonne Rd. to the intersection of N. Argonne Rd. & E. Upriver Dr. Turn left/west onto E. Upriver Dr. proceed down the road a few miles until you near Upriver Dam. Once past the dam turn left/south onto N. Upriver Dr. Immediately on this road to your left/south you will see a small parking area; this is the place. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 287 and follow above directions to view the park.

2. Upriver Drive Access

There are several spots to launch from along Upriver Drive. Be careful not to park in an area that isn't designated for parking so your vehicle won't be towed. There are several locations along this road with turnouts to access the bike trail and picnic areas which also can be used for launching and retrieving. There are also a couple of things to be cautious of here... Be careful of sweepers (trees with limbs that hand low over the river) which can potentially (as the term replies) "sweep" you off your craft. One must also be careful to only access the river during slow current times of the year to avoid being taken quickly down the river to the falls. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 282 (282A if you driving west from Spokane Valley & Coeur d'Alene) off of I90 and proceed North on N. Hamilton St. to the intersection of N. Hamilton St. & E. Mission Ave. Turn right/east onto E. Mission Ave. and proceed down the road a few miles until you reach E. Upriver Dr. just before the bridge that crosses the Spokane River and next to Mission Park. Once on E. Upriver Dr. (some distance down this road the name changes to N. Upriver Dr. and then turns back into E. Upriver Dr. at the Dam and beyond) watch for various legal access sites along the river. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 282 and follow above directions to view the river access sites.

3. E. South Riverton Avenue Access

This site is just before Mission Avenue (north of Mission Ave.) on E. South Riverton Ave. There is room to park, grass to picnic on, and river access. The trees here do hang over the river making launching a little more tricky. It would be better to launch just down the road after crossing Mission Ave. traveling southward. There are no restrooms at this location. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 282 (282A if you are driving west from Spokane Valley or Coeur d'Alene) off of I90 and proceed North on N. Hamilton St. to the intersection of N. Hamilton St. & E. Mission Ave. Turn right/east onto E. Mission Ave. proceed down the road a few miles until you reach the bridge that crosses the Spokane River and you will pass Mission Park & public pool facility. After crossing the bridge immediately turn left/north onto E. South Riverton Ave. Immediately to your left you will see a long gravel parking lot with grassy area and lots of trees; this is the place. Maps: To view a map you can go to www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 282 and follow above directions to view the river access sites.

4. N. South Riverton Avenue Access

There are several spots along this road that give access to the river such as this spot between Mission Ave. and the Railroad bridge across from Mission Park. This is not an aesthetically pleasing spot to launch from, but other than the Upriver Dam Put-In sit it is the easiest place to launch from because there are fewer trees and there is a nice gradual grade to the waters edge. There are no restrooms at this location. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 282 (282A if you driving west from Spokane Valley & Coeur d'Alene) off of I90 and proceed North on N. Hamilton St. to the intersection of N. Hamilton St. & E. Mission Ave. Turn right/east onto E. Mission Ave. and proceed down the road a few miles until you reach the bridge that crosses the Spokane River and you will pass Mission Park & public pool facility. After crossing the bridge immediately right/south onto N. South Riverton Ave. Stay right; if you go straight you will drive onto N. Helena St. and move away from the river. A short distance down N. South Riverton Ave. before the railroad tracks on your left you will see a un-maintained open area. You will have to park along the road since there is no parking lot there. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 282 and follow above directions to view the river access sites.

5. SIRTI Access

(Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute)

This access is ONLY accessible to kayaks and canoes. No swimming or wading allowed. Wearing your PFD is required.

If you find the Old Spokane River Launch too busy, the SIRTI access site just down the road is an ok alternative. The launch site is steep and a short distance from the green designated parking lot. Extreme caution MUST be followed when launching or retrieving from this site during swift water times of the year and due to its closeness to the Upper Falls Dam. It MUST NEVER be accessed during spring run off. The official no boating and water/river access area is between Division Street bridge and Monroe Street Dam. Anyone who accesses this area will be arrested for endangering him/herself and those that will have to rescue him/her. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Parking info: The parking lot is large and on the southwest side of the SIRTI building. If you park here during the week you will receive a ticket and possibly get towed. During the weekend you could get a ticket but kayakers tell me the parking lot is not enforced during the weekend. To avoid a possible ticket unload your kayak and then drive to a lot where you can legally park (make sure not to leave your kayak unattended or it WILL be stolen). Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 281 (Division Street Exit) off of I90 and proceed North on S. Division Street. S. Division St. turns to N. Division St. when you get to downtown Spokane. On N. Division St. Just before the bridge that crosses the Spokane River you can turn right/east on either E. Spokane Falls Blvd. or E. Olive Ave. Turn left onto E. Riverpoint Blvd. Follow this road Until you see the SIRTI building (sign/letter is placed high near the top of the building and can be hard to see) to your right/southwest and a GREEN designated parking lot. Drive into this lot and proceed to the northeast corner next to the SIRTI building, this is the place. SEE PARKING INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE! Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 281 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

6. Old Spokane River Launch

This launch is in front of Riverpoint Village Condominiums (ONLY accessible to kayaks and canoes). No swimming or wading allowed. Wearing your PFD is required. This is the closest access site to the Upper Falls Dam and River Side State Park. Extreme caution must be used when launching or retrieving from this site during swift water times of the year (due to its close proximity to the Upper Falls Dam). It MUST NEVER be accessed during spring run off. The official no boating and water/river access area is between Division Street bridge and Monroe Street Dam. Anyone who accesses this area will be arrested for endangering him/herself and those that will have to rescue him/her. This site is the original location of an old boat launch before this area was developed; in the old days people would launch their power boats here. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Parking info: This site can only be accessed via the Washington State University (WSU) yellow designated parking lot across from the WSU Library building and next to the Riverpoint Village Condominiums via the Centennial Trail. The site to launch from is directly in front of the Riverpoint Village condominiums off of the Centennial trail. The land is owned by the city and not by the condo owners. The area around the launch site is shallow, particularly during July and late summer. The river channel during the low water times of the year is approximately 5 feet deep near the middle of the river. The parking lot is large. If you park there during the week when college is in session you will receive a ticket and possibly get towed. During the weekend you could get a ticket but kayakers tell me the parking lot is not enforced during the weekend. To avoid a possible ticket unload your kayak and then drive to a lot where you can legally park (make sure not to leave your kayak unattended when moving your vehicle to park or your kayak WILL probably be stolen). Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 281 (Division Street Exit) off of I90 and proceed North on S. Division Street. S. Division St. turns to N. Division St. when you get to downtown Spokane. On N. Division St. just before the bridge that crosses the Spokane River, you can turn right/east on either E. Spokane Falls Blvd. or E. Olive Ave. Turn left onto E. Riverpoint Blvd. Follow this road until you see the WSU Library to your right/south and a YELLOW designated parking lot. Drive into this lot and proceed to the northeast corner next to the Riverpoint Village Condominiums and Centennial Trail; this is the place. SEE PARKING INSTRUCTIONS ABOVE! Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 281 and follow above directions to view the river access site.

1. Pleasant Valley River - Walk (Park)

You can access the river from directly under Monroe Street Bridge.
This park runs along the Spokane river but is not well known. Due to the low visibility of this park its known for sometimes attracting homeless people, etc. On W. Water Ave. you will see an old playground under the Monroe Street Bridge. There is a paved path to the river past the old playground. It's best to access the river downstream of the river pylons. There are picnic tables, but no restroom. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 280 A or B (Lincoln St. Exit) depending on the directions you are driving. Turn slightly right onto S. Lincoln St. Turn left on to W. Main Ave. Turn slightly right to stay on W. Main Ave. Turn right onto N. Cedar St. Turn left on to W. Water Ave. River access site/park is under the Monroe Street Bridge. Maps: To view a map click on the following link  www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the river access sites or use the address of [1400-1699] W. Water Ave. Spokane WA. 99201.

2. Water Street Launch

Also known as Water Street & Ash Launch

This launch site stays level all the way to the rivers edge. However it can become busy during the summer so for a calmer, less occupied launch, the Pleasant Valley river walk Park is an alternative. There is no restroom or any other service at the Water Street Launch. Water Street Launch also has a gate to block trailer launching. Next to the gate there is a short trail to the river that is used for non-trailer launching. Parking is limited so it is best to come early if your are looking to park next to the trail. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane take Exit 280 A or B (Lincoln St. Exit) depending on the directions you are driving. Turn slightly right onto S. Lincoln St. Turn left on to W. Main Ave. Turn slightly right to stay on W. Main Ave. Turn right onto N. Cedar St. Turn left on to W. Water Ave. River access site/park is at the very end of W. Water Ave. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the river access sites or use the address of [1400-1699] W. Water Ave. Spokane WA. 99201.

3. Sandifur Bridge Park & River Access

This site is part of the Spokane Centennial Trail system and happens to be a popular fishing spot as well. From the parking lot the path west of the trail bridge can be used to portage a craft from the parking lot to the water. This area is located next to Highbridge Park & Hangman Creek. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. take the I-90 exit heading eastbound. Take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto Walnut ; Proceed north to W. 2nd Ave. Turn left onto W. 2nd Ave.; get in the far right lane and stay in it to the cross street of S. Oak St. (2nd Ave. starts to veer left at the Rosauers store and turns into Sunset Blvd….don’t veer left, go straight thru neighborhood area) Turn right on S. Oak St. to W. Riverside Ave. Turn left on W. Riverside Ave., down hill and before the bridge, then turn right onto on W. Clarke Ave. Immediately on this road you will see a large gravel parking lot, this is the place. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the park.

4. Highbridge Park & Hangman Creek (also known as Latah Creek in the Spokane area) Access

Hangman Creek (also known as Latah Creek in the Spokane area) runs along Highbridge Park and into the Spokane River. In the early summertime this is a nice river to paddle from, but later as the summer progresses the water lowers and is too shallow to paddle. Regardless of where you access the creek from, to get to the creek from this park you will have to negotiate a steep bank. To remove your craft from the water, at the end of the creek there is a gravel trail that leads to the Sandifur Bridge parking lot. Some people choose to float this creek in place of the Spokane River because the water is easier to float as opposed to the sometimes rough water areas on the Spokane river. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. US take the following Exit. From I-90 Eastbound – Take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound – Take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto Walnut ; Proceed north to W. 2nd Ave. Turn left onto W. 2nd Ave., get in the far right lane and stay in it to the cross street of S. Oak St. (2nd Ave. starts to veer left at the Rosauers store and turns into Sunset Blvd….don’t veer left, go straight thru neighborhood area) Take right on S. Oak St. to W. Riverside Ave. Turn left on W. Riverside Ave., down hill and after bridge, then turn left on dirt road into Highbridge Park (you see the park sign). Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the park.

5. Pettet Drive River Access

Some people will choose to take their crafts and depart or arrive at this location but this is not a popular site due to all of the many low hanging branches. Some fishermen however, claim that fish will hideout near the trees along this site. There is a preferred access point just a short distance further down the river located right after the TJ Menach Bridge (see in the next section). There is a parking lot at this site because it is near the Centennial Trail System but no bathrooms. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. (from I-90 Eastbound) take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn Left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp Left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn left onto W Downriver Dr./N. Pettet Dr. and pass under the bridge. Immediately to your right you will see a parking lot to your destination. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or you can type in 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from this river access site/park.

6. TJ Menach Bridge / Pettet Drive

This is one of the preferred locations used along the Spokane River for put-in and take-out. White water kayakers that desire to access water at the Bowl & Pitcher will launch at TJ Menach Bridge, Pettet Drive, or at The Wall. Down river there is class IV white water. Because of this no one should use this launch without being an expert level white water kayaker/rafter. At this site there is paved parking, restrooms, a picnic area, and a wide kayak/raft launch area. The Centennial Trail system also runs past this site. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn Left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp Left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn right onto W Downriver Dr./N. Pettet Dr. Just up the road on the left you will see a park next to the river; this is the place. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from this river access site/park.

7. The Wall Access & Downriver Disc Golf Course Park

"The Wall" is the name the local kayakers give this particular river access point related to the 2 foot tall man-made brick fence and 10 foot tall brick tower wall structure at this access site. On one end of the fence is a sign that says "Aubrey L. White Parkway." Across the street from this sign is a sign that says "Riverside State Park Recreation Area." Past these signs and on the right there are several places to park. From the parking area you will walk down a hill to the rivers edge. If the bank is steep just walk down river a ways and you will find a gradual grade area to access the river from. If you are float tubing from up river this is the place to take out before hitting the white water area of the river. The gradual area the kayaks launch from may not be a good place for those that are float tubing to take out from because the water moves  swiftly; so taking tubes out at the steep bank may be better before hitting swift water. Officially this site is called the Downriver Disc Golf Course Park. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. and from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St.; Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn right onto W Downriver Dr. On this road you will come to where the road splits. Stay to the left onto N. Aubrey L. White Parkway. When on this road pass the park sign, brick fence, and wall tower. Drive a short distance and park along the road. This is the place. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow the above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or type in 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from TJ Meenach Park.

8. Wastewater Treatment Plant

This is a site you can either put in, or take out at. The shoreline is covered in rocks and boulders but is still a good location to boat and fish from. There is a small parking lot next to the northwest gate of the wastewater treatment plant. You will have to portage a few hundred feet down a trail in a wooded area to the the rivers edge. It's a beautiful place. There are no restrooms or running water. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. US, from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn Left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp Left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn right onto W Downriver Dr. Travel down this road a few miles and you come to the Spokane Wastewater Treatment Plant. Just after you pass the plant you will see a gravel road on the left. Drive down this short gravel road to the small parking area where you will find a short trail to the river. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from TJ Meenach Park.

9. Informal Take-Out

Just before Plese Flats Park and after the side road of W. Rifle Club Rd. there is an informal take-out used by some of the local kayakers to allow them to get off the river a little sooner after the white water or keep them from having to use the more busy Plese Flats Park. Parking is limited at this site so if you have to park along the road watch out for cyclists and motor vehicles. Attention must be paid to signs that limit or prohibit parking within Riverside State Park. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on the section of the river from Plante's Ferry Park to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA. US, from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn right onto W Downriver Dr. On this road you will pass the Waste Water Treatment Plant, Park Headcounters/Visitor Center, and W. Rifle Club Rd (if you get to Plese Flats Park you have gone too far). You will see a short loop paved road which quickly exits then re-enters the road. This is the place.  Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type in Spokane, WA, US. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or type in 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from TJ Meenach Park.

10. Plese Flats Launch & Park

This is the main take-out site for navigating the Bowl & Pitcher white water area, and a put in site for touring kayaks headed towards Nine Mile Dam. There are restrooms, grassy picnic areas, paved parking, and a large easily accessed launch for non-motorized craft. Short posts block trailer launching. This is by far the nicest water access park along this section of the river. The Centennial Trail runs past the park. Restrictions: Watercraft with motors are not allowed on this section of the river from Park Road (Park Road is about a mile up river from Upriver Dam and slightly up river from Boulder Beach) to Plese Flats Park. Wearing a PDF is required. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn sharp left onto N. TJ Meenach Dr. Before the bridge at the bottom of the hill at the Spokane River turn right onto the off ramp. Turn right onto W Downriver Dr. Travel down this road past the Wastewater Treatment Plant and after a few more miles you will come to Plese Flats Park. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type in Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow the above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or type in 3410 W Fort George Wright, Spokane, WA 99224-5204. This address is across the bridge/river from TJ Meenach Park.

11. Nine Mile Dam Reservoir Informal Take-Out

This launch site is a bit of a mystery to most people in the area even though at Plese Flats Park there is a sign indicating this is a kayak take out site. Avista has plans to develop this site with a parking lot and access trail for non-motorized craft. Currently one can launch a kayak or small sailboat from this site. There is limited parking along the road and a Centennial Trail parking lot just a mile up the road from this site with restrooms. Please park at the Centennial parking lot so as not to irritate the officials at the dam. It is about a mile walk from the parking lot to the reservoir access site. There are restrooms at the Centennial Trail parking lot.  Caution  must be applied when launching and retrieving from this site due to it's close proximity to the Dam. DO NOT LAUNCH OR RETRIEVE from this site during spring run off or when there are fast/strong currents. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. This street (N. Cochran St). becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slightly left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Turn left onto W. Charles Rd. Turn left onto W. Carlson Rd. On your left you will see a short dirt road next to the reservoir just before the road starts up a hill. Up this road up the hill are the Centennial Trail parking lot and restrooms. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. Or type in 9711 W. Charles Road, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026.

1. Lake Spokane Boat Launch

This is a popular launch for fishermen wanting to fish near the dam and the confluence of the Little Spokane River. This part of the river reservoir is narrow and shallow. Water levels vary greatly in this area due to the shallow nature of this part of the river/reservoir and adjustments made to the water level at Lake Spokane Dam. There tends to be a lot of wildlife in this area, particularly Moose and water foul. Directions: At the East end of the lake take the road leading northward from Highway 291 (Nine Mile Road) just south of the Little Spokane River Bridge, past a few houses to the boat launch. Just before the paved launch there is an informal take-out-site for non-motorized craft from the Little Spokane River. After this site just a short distance is the paved launch into the Lake Spokane/Spokane River. It has a dock, and a concrete ramp, with space to park dozens of vehicles and trailers. A vault restroom is located nearby.  Caution!  The above picture shows how shallow this launch is and just above the dock (down river) in the background of this picture you can barely see 25 tree stumps that are exposed during low water but then during high water are just under the surface of the water. During high water these stumps are underwater which is not such a big deal for kayaks but is a big deal for powerboat props. There are also rocky sandbars in this area. In a power boat it is best to leave this launch and go straight across to the opposite side of the river near the river bank to get into the river channel and then head down river to avoid the stumps. Follow the buoys to stay in the channel, but be aware that the buoys do not always stay where they belong, and the hazards are constantly changing. There is a fee of $5 to use the launch.  No wake is allowed between Nine Mile Dam and the confluence of the Little Spokane River just down river of this launch. Use the Nine Mile Resort Launch as an alternative if you feel you need more depth to launch. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound – Take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St.; Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slightly left onto N. Nine Mile Rd./HWY 291. Turn left onto N. Shoemaker Ln. Follow this road a short distance to the boat launch and park. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the launch & parking.

2. Nine Mile Resort

This park is owned and managed by the Department of Natural Resources. It has a paved boat launch with dock, swimming beach, and 12 campsites. It's a nice alternative to the launch (Lake Spokane Boat Launch) just up river of this site, which is too shallow for skis or deeper draft boats. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut; From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Turn left onto W. Charles Rd. Up this road a couple miles you will see a sign to the park on you left. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the parking area/river access. 9711 W. Charles Road, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026 is the address of the Nine Mile Falls Dam. The resort park is just a short distance past the dam.

3. Tumtum Lake Access Point

There is no longer access to the reservoir from the city of Tumtums resort anymore, but just west of this town there is a site next to the road where one can portage over the bank into the water. No camping is allow at this site but fishing from the bank or launching over the bank is legal. Do not attempt to back a boat trailer over the bank; you will get stuck and if caught will get a ticket, too. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St.; Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slightly left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Nine Mile Rd. becomes HWY 291. Follow this Highway through the city of Tumtum to the river/reservoir access site. This access site has two wide gravel parking areas on the left side of the river/reservoir as shown in the picture. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the launch & parking.

4. DNR Lake Spokane Campground and Boat Launch

This is the only paved launch on the west end of the lake and is well suited for deeper draft boats such as keelboats. This park has campsites and RV sites, restrooms, swimming area, lots of parking, and picnic areas. Go to www.dnr.wa.gov for current park usage rates. This area of the lake is well suited for sailing and water skiing. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St.. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slightly left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Nine Mile Rd. becomes HWY 291. Follow this Highway through the city of Tumtum toward HWY 231. There is a large Department of Natural Resource sign indicating Lake Spokane Campground. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow the above directions to view the launch & park.

5. Avista Access

To access this site there is a small parking area with no restrooms next the HWY 291. It is about a 2 mile hike down a wide gravel road to the reservoir. One will need a dolly to portage a kayak or canoe down the road or strong arms and back to get to the reservoir. There is about a 7% grade on the gravel road for several hundred feet to the waters edge. Once at the waters edge there is a picnic area and double bay like area with beaches, and a small gravel point that extends into the reservoir. No camping or fires are allowed. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slightly left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Nine Mile Rd. becomes HWY 291. Follow this Highway through the city of Tumtum almost to HWY 231. There is an Avista gravel parking lot on the left side of the road. On the right side of the road you will pass Chamokane St. which is almost across the road from this site and a good indicator that you are about there. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I90 locate Exit 280 and follow the above directions to view the launch & parking.

O. Lake Spokane/Long Lake Dam Avista Overlook

This is a beautiful overlook to view the dam. Looking eastward one can see Lake Spokane; looking southwest one can see the Spokane River below the dam. This site is not accessible to wheelchairs due to the steps to the viewing area. There are no restrooms or running water at this site, or access to the river. Directions: In the city of Spokane, WA., from I-90 Eastbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn left onto Walnut. From I-90 Westbound, take Exit 280 (Maple St) and turn right onto S. Walnut St. Turn slightly left onto Maple Street Bridge. Stay straight to go onto N. Maple St. Turn left onto W. Northwest Blvd. Turn right onto N. Cochran St. N. Cochran St. becomes N. Driscoll Blvd. Turn slight left onto N. Nine Mile Rd. Nine Mile Rd. becomes HWY 291. Follow this Highway through the city of Tumtum almost to HWY 231 and you will come to the Avista Dam overlook. Maps: To view a map click on the following link www.mapquest.com and type Spokane, WA. On I-90 locate Exit 280 and follow above directions to view the launch & parking.