Wetlands

There was once a 1000-acre lake in the Saltese area; however, it was partially drained at the turn of the 20th century to make way for farming. Now, thanks to many, including the family of the original landowner, the farmland is being returned to its original state.

For more information on the wetlands see https://www.spokanecounty.org/1469/Saltese-Flats-Wetland-Restoration.