Fish Lake Trail is a paved 10.4-mile trail that runs from Spokane to Fish Lake. It is part of the Columbia Plateau Trail. It starts by I-90 in Spokane and parallels Hwy 195 for a ways, then parallels Spokane-Cheney Road the rest of the way to Fish Lake. When this trail ends at Fish Lake, it meets up with the graveled portion of the Columbia Plateau Trail.
Fish Lake Trail was once a part of the Spokane, Portland and Seattle rail line, built by James J. Hill. Completed in 1908, the rail line was reputed to have the flattest line of any in eastern Washington, allowing faster and smoother travel from Pasco to Spokane. After being abandoned by the railway, the trail fell into disrepair. In the early 1990's a multi-year process began to convert this beautiful trail into a recreational trail for all users. The goal is to eventually have a fully paved path that stretches the original 130-mile run from Pasco to Spokane.
INFO:
Discover Pass is required to park at Fish Lake Trailhead.
Beware of car theft, and do not leave valuables in your car.
USES:
No motorized vehicles allowed.
Dogs are allowed on leashes.
You will see bikers, hikers, joggers, roller blades, etc. along the way.
TRAILHEADS:
Spokane Trailhead (lowest point):
Has restrooms and water, but due to Covid19 they are not available.
There is a porta potty right now.
47* 38.837'N 117 27.184'W
Scribner Road crossing:
NO facilities, just parking for approximately 6 cars
47 33.319'N 117 29.993'W
Fish Lake Trailhead (highest point):
Has vault toilets & a small picnic shelter. People like to watch trains from here.
DISCOVER PASS IS REQUIRED HERE
47 31.325'N 117 31.948'W
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Hiawatha Trail
Centennial Trail
Farragut State Park
Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes
Athol/Coeur d'Alene Bike Path
Columbia Plateau Trail
Palouse to Cascades Trail
Beacon Hill
Children of the Sun
Ed Corkill Memorial Trail
Bill Chipman Trail
Latah Trail