Washington is renowned for its stunning and abundant waterways, from the Salish Sea to the Nisqually River. Yet, many communities still lack open public beaches and waterfronts where people can enjoy activities like picnicking, swimming, paddling, boating, and fishing. That’s where Water Access projects come in, funding the creation and enhancement of public shoreline access, boat launches, and fishing docks to ensure more opportunities for everyone to enjoy the water.
This month, we’re highlighting Phase 1 of the Liberty Lake Regional Park project, located on the ancestral lands of the Spokane, Schitsu’umsh (Coeur d’Alene), Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla peoples.
Spokane County’s Parks, Recreation, and Golf Department received a $950,000 WWRP Water Access grant and an additional $500,000 from the Aquatic Lands Enhancement Account (ALEA) to renovate the beach area at Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Planned improvements include:
- A new dock with an accessible non-motorized boat launch and fishing pier
- Improved parking and pathways
- A redesigned beach loading/unloading area
- Paved beach access road
- Reconfigured park entrance
- Upgraded irrigation and stormwater systems
- New interpretive signage
- A new picnic shelter
- Replacement of the existing restroom facility
These upgrades will greatly enhance the park’s usability, especially for water-based recreation. At its core, this project is about increasing equitable access to water for all.
The opening ceremony for the renovated beach area was held on May 21, 2025, marking the official launch of a more accessible and welcoming waterfront experience at Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Visit Liberty Lake Regional Park
3707 S Zephyr Rd
Liberty Lake, WA 99019
