Meet at the Nine Mile Recreation Area. You will need a Discover Pass to park a vehicle. A $7 boat launch fee is required which can be purchased at the on-site drop box.

Driving directions:

• Drive north from Spokane on Nine Mile Road to Charles Road

• Turn west onto Charles Road and drive about 1.5 miles

• As you come to the Nine Mile Falls Community Church, you will see the sign for the recreation area. Turn right and go about a quarter mile to the boat launch.