In 2001, the City of Spokane adopted comprehensive plan language supporting activities to restore and maintain the Spokane River Gorge as “one of our region’s greatest resources.” The link below opens a highlighted copy of the language, included in the Natural Environment chapter, as policy NE 11.5:

“Pursue the Spokane River Gorge as a natural area and maintain this place as one of our region’s greatest resources. Discussion: The Spokane River Gorge is a natural connection between Riverfront Park, Latah Creek, Indian Canyon, and Riverside State Park. The historical significance of the Gorge to native and early pioneering cultures should be emphasized in how the area is protected. Various historical and cultural experiences should be developed without harming the riparian habitat.”

Plan excerpt re: Gorge (116 Kb, Acrobat® file)