Hayden Lake Marina Upgrade
April 15th Formal Hearing (March 11th Update)
We have retained an attorney to formally represent our objections to the Hayden Lake Marina Expansion at the upcoming public hearing. This critical session includes organized legal and expert testimony from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with the public allowed to speak from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Hearing Details:
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Date: April 15, 2026
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Time: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Location: Best Western Hotel, 506 West Appleway Ave., Coeur d'Alene (Corner of Appleway and HWY 95)
Support Our Special Legal Fund
To cover these necessary costs, we have established a Special Legal Fund, just as we have successfully done for past legal battles.
100% of your contribution to this special fund goes directly toward our legal and expert representation.
How to Donate
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Venmo: Send your contribution to @hlwaidaho
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Mail: Send a check made payable to HLWAI to: PO Box 3583 Hayden, ID 83835
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February 25, 2026 - Updates
The HLWA has submitted a formal letter (link below) to the Idaho Department of Lands indicating the Boards' objections to the Hayden Lake Marina Expansion Project. We have learned that the formal hearing will be held on April 15, 2026, starting at noon, exact location TBD.
From noon until 5 pm, IDL will listen to testimony by expert witnesses. The public may have some opportunity to speak after 5 pm.
Legal Announcement posted in the Cd'A Press on 1/23/26
NOTICE OF APPLICATION Pursuant to Section 58-104(9) and 58-1301, et seq., Idaho Code (The Lake Protection Act) and rules of the State Board of Land Commissioners, notice is hereby given that SOURTHERN MARINAS HAYDEN LAKE LLC made application to reconfigure and expand a commercial marina & relocate gas lines and fuel dispensers on Hayden Lake. Located adjacent to H L Honeysuckle Hills BLDG Sites, Lots 71 – 83, BLK 1, Tax 13597, Hayden; Sections 20, Township 51 North, Range 03 West; B.M., in Kootenai County. Written objections to and requests for hearing in this matter must be on file with the Idaho Department of Lands, 3258 W Industrial Loop, Coeur d’Alene ID, 83815, within thirty (30) days after the first appearance of this notice. Requests for hearing must be accompanied by a $75 publication fee. Specific information regarding this application may be obtained from Amidy Fuson, Resource Specialist Sr., at the above address or by calling (208) 769-1577. /S/ Mike Ahmer Resource Supervisor CDA Idaho Department of Lands Legal#15735 AD#45285 January 23, 30, 2026
A Message from the Board, January 28, 2026
The HLWA Board of Directors is reviewing the proposal and has identified several initial concerns: Inadequate parking, negative impacts to traffic on Hayden Lake Rd., detrimental consequences for surrounding residences, and safety concerns about extending gas pumping further from shoreline.
In addition, the pump-out station may enable houseboats to anchor in Hayden Lake Bays.
We are seeking more information, and we would encourage you to register your objections and concerns with us and to the Idaho Department of Lands, before February 24, 2026.
Information regarding this application may be obtained from Amidy Fuson, Resource Specialist Sr., at Idaho Department of Lands, 3258 W Industrial Loop, Coeur d’Alene ID, 83815 or by calling (208) 769-1577. Mike Ahmer Resource Supervisor CDA Idaho Department of Lands Legal#15735 AD#45285
Idaho Department of Lands Application of Encroachment ERL95S1741Q
Application Date 10/16/2025