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.
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.
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).
Washington State Parks Recognize Juneteenth With Free Day
On Saturday, June 19, 2021, no entry fee to visit Washington State Parks, water-access sites, and other state-managed public lands.
Hike to Rustler’s Gulch at Little Spokane River
A lovely spring hike, located in a portion of the West Branch Little Spokane River Wildlife Area, that’s a lollipop loop with a mix of double- and single-track trails.
Fat Biking: Local Groomed Trails this Winter
Spokane, Wash. Each year we’re seeing more fat bikes plowing through the snow on trails here in the Inland Northwest, a trend that has also led to more trail grooming throughout the region. From Spokane to Sandpoint, there will be miles of packed trails to roll your over-sized, under-inflated bike tires on this winter if …
Multi-Use Manners for Equestrians and Cyclists
Basic guidelines for hikers, cyclists, and equestrians for bike and horse encounters on multi-use trails, such as Riverside State Park in Spokane, Wash.
10 Lakes Near Spokane for Family Day Trips
On hot, sunny summer days, a waterfront park is one of the best places to be. Kids can swim, play on the beach, and dig in the rocky sand. A family can also paddle together, go fishing, or hike or bike on nearby trails before cooling and picnicking in the relaxing shade of towering pines. …
Riverside State Park Trail Map Released
Spokane, Wash. Last month, the Riverside State Park Foundation proudly released the most complete and comprehensive trail map for Washington’s largest state park. Considering Riverside State Park occupies 9,194 acres along the Spokane and Little Spokane rivers, the demand for an accurate and thorough map has been enormous in recent years. The 18” x 24” …