Sprague Lake Plans

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife project plans for Sprague Lake will be unveiled May 20 at the new Sprague Lake public access site.

The pelicans, herons, gulls, and other wetlands wildlife at Sprague Lake, just off Interstate 90 west of Spokane, will be more than a roadside attraction when a new public-private cooperative project for the popular fishing lake unfolds.

Project plans, starting with the acquisition of 580 acres of wetlands and 300 acres of shoreline on the southwest end of the lake, will be unveiled at the same time a new water-access site is dedicated.

The gathering of public officials and private individuals and groups is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the new access site.

Project supporters propose development of a walking trail around the lake, including boardwalk portions for disabled access, wildlife interpretive signs and kiosks, and observation blinds and overlooks.

To reach the site, take the I-90 exit at Sprague and follow the Sprague Lake signs through town to the west; at the road split, stay left on Max Harder Road about 6 miles, across the Lincoln-Adams county line to the access road with a sign on the right.