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Riverside State Park, Bowl and Pitcher Loop

I have a favorite loop in Riverside State Park that can be especially nice for mid-winter visits when I’d prefer to run or hike rather ...
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Liberty Lake and Split Creek Loop Plus Falls

December is a fickle month for hiking. Time it right and you may be able to soak up a little sunshine; other times you may ...
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Snow Peak Cabin: Colville National Forest

When choosing a fall hike, my biggest considerations are always seeing the best fall colors and finding safe trailhead access in case of changing weather ...
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Canfield Gulch, Antoine Peak Conservation Area

Big changes are taking place at Antoine Peak Conservation Area. Purchased in three phases that were completed in 2011, Antoine has long boasted a sizable ...
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Elk Creek Falls and Mill Pond, Colville National Forest

While it’s true that waterfall hikes are more spectacular in the full flow of early spring, their cooling properties can be better appreciated on a ...
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Gardner Cave, Crawford State Park

On average, July is the warmest month in Spokane. So what if I told you that you could go on a hike where you were ...
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Photo: Holly Weiler

Quartzite Mountain (Colville National Forest)

Quartzite is one of the most prominent natural roadside features of the drive north on Highway 395, where the rocky outcroppings form a gorgeous backdrop ...
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Wenaha River Trail (Blue Mountains, Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness)

For years I ignored the lonely Blue Mountains in favor of forever heading north for hiking and backpacking fun. Fortunately, I recently came to my ...
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Group of hikers along a trail at Dishman Hills Natural Area in Spokane Valley, Wash.

Dishman Hills Natural Area (Spokane)

The Dishman Hills Natural Area is a fantastic close-in hike at any time of year, but it is never more beautiful than in the early ...
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