West Fancher Road, Medical Lake boat launch
West Fancher Road, Medical Lake
The boat ramp is a concrete plank boat launch with a single lane. It is approximately 10 feet wide, which makes it suitable for launching small boats and watercraft.
The ramp is open year-round and is maintained by Spokane County Parks and Recreation. There are no fees for launching your boat from this facility.
When it comes to the type of watercraft that are permitted on the lake, motorized boats are allowed, as long as they adhere to the "no wake" rule. This means boaters must operate their boats at a slow, idle speed within 200 feet of the shoreline. In addition, water skiing and wakeboarding are also popular activities on Medical Lake.
In summary, West Fancher Road Boat Ramp is a concrete plank boat launch that provides access to Medical Lake, a 915-acre freshwater lake located in Spokane County, Washington. The ramp can accommodate small boats and watercraft, and motorized boats are allowed as long as they adhere to the "no wake" rule.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around West Fancher Road, Medical Lake -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hangman Creek At Spokane | 54 cfs | → |
| Spokane River At Spokane | 5,300 cfs | → |
| Spokane River Below Nine Mile Dam At Spokane | 5,750 cfs | → |
| Little Spokane River Near Dartford | 414 cfs | → |
| Little Spokane River At Dartford | 171 cfs | → |
| Chamokane Creek Below Falls Near Long Lake | 28 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save West Fancher Road, Medical Lake as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About West Fancher Road, Medical Lake
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of West Fancher Road, Medical Lake.