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Swinging bridge over the Spokane River and its raging whitewater rapids at the Bowl and Pitcher area of Riverside State Park.

“Wednesdays in the Woods” Returns to Spokane’s Riverside State Park

Free event series returns to Riverside State Park, sponsored by REI Co-op, Washington State Parks, and Riverside State Park Foundation.

Out There Outdoors July 20, 2021

Sandy beach on an island in Priest Lake.

31 Ways to Explore Inland NW Lakes

OTO writers share their ideas for recreation, adventure, and simply enjoying time at any lake in the Inland Northwest.

Out There Outdoors July 19, 2021

Man standing on wind foiling board, getting towed behind power boat, on Lake Pend Oreille.

Wing Foiling on the Lake

Learn about the fringe sport of wing foiling—where riders use boards equipped with a hydrofoil and inflatable, hand-held sail called a wing.

Derrick Knowles July 19, 2021

Out There Adventure Email Contest—Whitewater Rafting Trip & Spokatopia Tickets!

Enter to win a whitewater rafting trip for two on the Clark Fork River or tickets to the Spokatopia Outdoor Adventure Festival September 18! Enter ...

Out There Outdoors July 19, 2021

Man surfing a wave at Lakeside Surf at Slidewaters Water Park in Chelan, Washington.

Surfing at Lake Chelan

Learn what the thrills are really like while surfing the world’s largest stationary wave at Lakeside Surf in Chelan, Washington.

Out There Outdoors July 18, 2021

Bike loading with gear parked near Fishtrap Lake.

Bikepack Fishing at Inland Northwest Lakes

Pack your rod and ride! Destinations for fishing and camping to create your own bikepacking route to one or more small lakes.

Derrick Knowles July 18, 2021

Wooden sign outside a cafe in Harrison, Idaho, that reads "Brews, Espresso, Craft Beer, Wine & Food."

Boat-in Happy Hour On Lake Coeur d’Alene

Harrison, Idaho, is one of the best happy hour destinations, with day-use and overnight guest moorage and places to eat and drink.

Derrick Knowles July 18, 2021

A group of pelicans on a submerged tree on lake.

Where to See Wildlife At Inland NW Lakes

Learn which Inland Northwest lakes to visit for a chance to see moose, mountain goats, bald eagles, and unique waterfowl,

Derrick Knowles July 18, 2021

Person biking on the Centennial Trail that runs alongside the Spokane River.

New Sections Added to Spokane’s Centennial Trail

New sections of Spokane County's Centennial Trail include one near Nine Mile Falls dam and the Summit Boulevard section near Kendall Yards.

Jon Jonckers July 17, 2021