Living in Liberty Lake

Where it is

Liberty Lake sits on I-90 about 17 miles east of downtown Spokane and a few minutes from the Idaho border. Coeur d’Alene is roughly 20 minutes further east.

Parks, trails and the lake

• Trails: the city has more than 25 miles of multi-use trails, so many errands can be done on foot or by bike.
• Liberty Lake Regional Park: run by Spokane County at the south end of the lake, with a beach, hiking trails, and tent, RV and cabin camping.
• Pavillion Park: the city’s main park and the setting for summer concerts and outdoor movies.
• Golf: three courses in town: Liberty Lake Golf Course, MeadowWood, and the nine-hole Trailhead.
• Farmers market: Saturdays at Town Square Park from mid-May to early October.

What the homes are like

Older lake cottages and custom homes near the water, established neighborhoods around the golf courses, and newer homes and townhomes in the River District north of I-90. Many neighborhoods have a homeowners association.

Schools

Liberty Lake is in the Central Valley School District, and Ridgeline High School is in the city. Confirm the assignment for the address with the district.

What to check before you buy

• HOA rules and dues. Ask for the documents early, including any rules on rentals, fences and parking.
• Lake access. Much of the shoreline is private. Confirm what access, if any, comes with the property.
• Your commute. Drive I-90 at the hour you would actually travel before you decide.
• School assignment. It depends on the exact address. Confirm it with the district before you make an offer.

Drive times are free-flow estimates from mapping data, not traffic-aware. Ask me and I will time the route you would actually drive.