New Conservation Land At Lake Spokane
Inland Northwest Land Conservancy and Avista worked together to conserve 526 acres on the north shore of Lake Spokane.
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Ride the Centennial Trail from Downtown to Lake Spokane
What to expect when biking the Centennial Trail from downtown Spokane north along the Spokane River out towards Lake Spokane (aka Long Lake).
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For Paddlers and Boaters, There’s a Lot to Explore at Lake Spokane
Growing up in the Spokane area, it’s kind of hard to believe that I hadn’t done more than hike or drive along the edges of Lake Spokane before an Avista-inspired boat tour of the 24-mile-long lake last summer. The reservoir, which is formed by the Long Lake Dam impounded waters of the Spokane River, is
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10 Lakes Near Spokane for Family Day Trips
On hot, sunny summer days, a waterfront park is one of the best places to be. Kids can swim, play on the beach, and dig in the rocky sand. A family can also paddle together, go fishing, or hike or bike on nearby trails before cooling and picnicking in the relaxing shade of towering pines.
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Spokane Parks and Recreation: Hiking Odessa’s Lakeview Ranch with Transportation
Enjoy this guided hike through the desert exploring amazing geological formations, ancient lakes, spring flowers and wildlife. This is a 5-6 mile total out and back hike in scablands with rocky, rolling hills and geological views. Guides, transportation and hiking poles provided. Register today at spokanerec.org! Pre-trip information emailed after registration.
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Spokane Parks and Recreation: Hiking Hog Lake with Transportation
Enjoy a solitary ramble on this 3 mile moderate hike to Hog Lake. Spring is the best time to visit as you’ll likely find the local desert full of blooming wildflowers, migratory songbirds and the lake alive with nesting waterfowl. The geology around this area is incredible! We may even be lucky enough to view
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5 Family Hikes for Lakeside Fun Near Spokane
Water can be the perfect motivation to get kids hiking. Here are 5 destinations to or along lakes in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
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Out There Advertiser Spotlight: Spokane Alpine Haus
Sponsored by The Spokane Alpine Haus If you’re into winter sports and you’ve been in the area any decent length of time, it’s likely you’ve heard of the Spokane Alpine Haus, a full-service ski and snowboard and summer board and lake-sports shop located on the South Hill in Spokane. Maybe it’s the rad gear. Maybe
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Saving Liberty Lake
Long before Spokane received any permanent settlers, Etienne Eduard Laliberte (later Steve Liberty) homesteaded the west side of Liberty Lake in 1871. The area surrounding the marsh was developed into a cattle ranch. The rancher diverted Liberty Creek (originally named Kalez) into a hand-dug channel along the eastern edge of the marsh. Later the creek
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38 Things to Do at the Lake
The Inland Northwest is home to hundreds of lakes within an hour’s drive in any direction. When the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to get out on the lake! Pick something in the list below you might enjoy, then find the corresponding number for details on which lakes make the best fit for your
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