In the fall of 2020, thanks to the taxpayers of Washington, dedicated elected officials, and active community support, the Conservancy purchased this preserve along the Little Spokane River to protect it for wildlife, native fish habitat, and the enjoyment of the public for generations to come.
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Waikiki (or “spouting water”) Springs rests on the banks of the Little Spokane River. The 95-acre Nature Preserve is adjacent to Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife property of the same name. It is named for the myriad springs that flow from the hillside, into the river, keeping it a moderate temperature year-round. The vegetation along the riverbanks shade the water from the elements and create ideal habitat for local fish. In the intricate food web, these fish draw many other plants and animals. A bald eagle’s nest is visible from the Preserve and it is frequented by deer, coyotes, beavers, moose and many more.
Under Inland Northwest Land Conservancy’s ownership and management, this property will be open for the enjoyment of the community and accessible through the WDFW parking lot detailed below. Discover passes are required for this trailhead.
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Local residents and users of Waikiki Springs should use this form to report issues seen on the property from vandalism, trash dumping, improper use of the preserve and all other issues. The goal is to streamline the reporting process for the quickest action from Conservancy staff and the authorities.
Click the button below for a list of prohibited activities and to submit a report. We encourage you to provide photos if you have them.
Thank you for working to keep the preserve both beautiful and safe for all to enjoy.
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Waikiki Springs: Gneiss Rocks
Waikiki Springs: Ice Age Floods
Waikiki Springs: A Healing River
Waikiki Springs: Habitat
Waikiki Springs: Nature’s Humans
WDFW manages adjacent recreation property and the trailhead.
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This land was once a gathering place for the Tribe and remains critical to native plants and animals.
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Clearwater Paper generously funded ongoing stewardship and care of the Nature Preserve through a $20,000 grant in 2o23 that is being used to fund equipment, noxious weed removal, native plant restoration, and community engagement through our Volunteer Land Stewards program and ongoing work parties.
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The local community rallied around the protection of this beautiful urban oasis.
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