Hiking
Best Spring Wildflower Hikes in the Inland NW
Recommended parks and conservation areas for spring hikes to see wildflowers — including Spokane, Cheney, Pullman, and Coeur d’Alene.
Gear: O-Pen Ozone-Based Pocket Water Purifier
Roving Blue pen-sized water filter for hiking/bikepacking, hunting, or traveling overseas–or stow in a vehicle/camper in case of emergency.
Gear: Gregory Arrio 18 Day Pack
Gregory Ario 18 backpack is the perfect-size for day-hikes, with ventilated suspension and breathable shoulder strap system.
Gear: Princeton Tech Vizz Headlamp
Waterproof, lightweight, LED Princeton Tech Vizz Headlamp for backpacking, camping, and any outdoor recreation after dark.
Osprey Kestrel 48 Backpack
Osprey pack for day trips and lightweight overnight or multi-day backcountry trips, available at The General Store in Spokane.
Why You Should Night Hike During Spring
Hiking after dark heightens your senses and helps you experience nature in new ways. Find ideas and inspiration in this essay by Heidi Lasher.
Explore Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Travel essay with exploration and recreation ideas for a visit to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in southern Utah.
Inland NW Trail & Outdoor News: March-April
Latest news and updates, for March-April 2022, about trails and outdoor recreation around the Inland Northwest.
Spring Hiking At Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area
Where to explore and what to expect at Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area, in Lincoln County, Wash., less than 1.5 hours west of Spokane.