Hiking

New Dishman Hills Trail to “The Cliffs”

Mary had been there some months before, and I’d seen a map scratched on a napkin – but we were SURE we could find the ...
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Hike of the Month: Mount Kit Carson (Mount Spokane State Park)

On those grey winter days in Spokane, find a dose of vitamin D by heading for Mount Spokane State Park. When everything is obscured by ...
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Hike of the Month: Antoine Peak Conservation Area (Spokane County Parks)

As the snow begins to pile up in the high country, try one of the closer peaks for some last-chance hiking before it’s time to ...
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Zora in awe of big trees. Photo: Ajia Town

4 Tips for Fall Hiking with Kids

Whether your family calls it a nature walk or a hike, when you’re out in nature walking with children the essential goal is the same: ...
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Hiking along the shore of Stevens Lake. Photo: Skye Schillhammer

Best Fall Hikes in Idaho’s Silver Valley

Four of the best fall hikes in Idaho's Silver Valley, including Upper & Lower Stevens Lake, Lone Lake, St. Regis Lakes, and Crystal Lake.
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On Moose Ridge. Photo: Sherry Mundt

Hike, Bike, Run, or Ride Priest Lake Trails? Thank a Horse!

Summer days draw outdoor enthusiasts to the Priest Lake area in droves, but not everyone is content to merely linger by the lake. The nearby ...
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Hiker and her best friend taking a break at Ten Lakes Scenic Area. Photo: Aaron Theisen

15 Backcountry Lake Hikes Worth the Walk

Backcountry alpine lakes are the summer equivalent of a hidden powder stash: highly coveted, accessible for only a short part of the year, and all ...
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WTA volunteer trail crew hard at work improving our hiking trails. Photo: Holly Weiler

Washington Trails Association: From Hiking Journal to Trail Heroes

If you hike or ride a bike or horse on the many miles of trails in the Inland Northwest, then you are the perfect candidate ...
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Quartz Mountain Fire Lookout. Photo: Holly Weiler

Hike to Quartz Mountain Fire Lookout in Mount Spokane State Park

Summer is a great time to hike or mountain bike to the summit of Quartz Mountain and see the historic fire lookout.
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