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Bikes parked at Riverside State Park's Nine Mile Falls Dam area.

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).

Derrick Knowles July 14, 2021

Woman trail runner cruising along a forested singletrack trail at Mt. Spokane State Park.

Negative Split’s New Back to Nature Trail Run Series

Running the singletrack at Mt. Spokane. Photo: Jon Jonckers Coming to Silver Mountain & Mt. Spokane Negative Split has organized several of the region’s most ...

Out There Outdoors July 13, 2021

Parents and children enjoying the Huckleberry Color Fun Run at Schweitzer, with colored chalk in the air.

Summer Events for Kids & Families in Spokane-CDA

Family-friendly events this summer, including free outdoor movies and concerts, in the Spokane-CDA metro area.

Amy McCaffree July 13, 2021

Mathew Larsen keeping things rolling at the Rambleraven Gear Trader bike shop.

Bike Repairs Without the Wait at Rambleraven Gear Trader

Rambleraven Gear Trader in Spokane offers bike repair and maintenance services with quick turnarounds in addition to new and used gear.

Derrick Knowles July 11, 2021

Wildfire smoke at Sullivan Lake obscures the sun, making it appear pink.

Agencies Collaborate to Prepare Communities for Wildfire Smoke

Smoke Ready 2021 provided information, tips, and resources to encourage residents to prepare early for wildfire smoke.

Out There Outdoors July 11, 2021

Mountain biking turning a corner on a forested trail at Mt. Spokane

New Summer Camps at Mt. Spokane

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park is hosting a youth Mountain Bike Skills Camp and Mountain Adventure Day Camp.

Derrick Knowles July 11, 2021

Photo of handlebar and trail from biker's perspective.

Youth Mountain Bike Races Come to Farragut in July

Mountain bike races in July at Farragut State Park are open to youth from 5th grade and younger and all the way up to high ...

Out There Outdoors July 11, 2021

People riding a chairlift at Lookout Pass during summer to access hiking and mountain biking trails.

New Lift-Served Biking & Hiking At Lookout Pass

Lookout Pass launched its first season of lift-served downhill mountain biking and lift-served hiking and scenic chairlift rides.

Out There Outdoors July 11, 2021

Derrick Knowles on his mountain bike, loaded with gear for bikepacking.

Too Hot: 7 Ways to Do Better for Our Climate

Ways to take more responsibility for our impact on our destabilizing climate. Extreme heat, drought, and wildfires threaten outdoor recreation and much more.

Derrick Knowles July 11, 2021