Ford offers quiet, wide-open country living with quick connections to services in Stevens County and nearby Springdale. Set along a scenic highway corridor, this community draws residents who value elbow room, night skies bright with stars, and a lifestyle that keeps the outdoors close at hand.
Weekends often mean launching a boat or casting a line at the expansive waters of Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, or hiking, paddling, and camping at Riverside State Park’s Lake Spokane area. Cultural roots run deep here, too. The Spokane Tribe of Indians anchors local history and hosts events that celebrate language, art, and tradition. The historic St. Joseph Mission at Ford remains a community touchpoint for gatherings and services.
Families appreciate straightforward school options. Depending on your address, students may attend the Mary Walker School District in Springdale or the Wellpinit School District, both offering small-school attention, athletics, and programs tailored to rural learners. The region’s reading, maker, and kids’ programs are bolstered by the county library system, with the Springdale branch supported by the Libraries of Stevens County.
Housing ranges from forested acreage and hobby farms to modest homesteads, with room for workshops, gardens, and toys for every season. Commuters enjoy manageable drives to employment hubs while returning home to a slower rhythm and starry nights.
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