3 Best Hiking Trails in Spokane, WA

"Riverside State Park covers over 10,000 acres and includes two rivers and majestic basalt mountain ranges. The park offers a wide array of activities that include RV resorts and campgrounds. The trail system caters to all ages and abilities with single-track paths and double-track fire roads. The park ensures access to two rivers for water-based and leisure activities, with several access points. The park also features a 600-acre off-road vehicle site for bikes and snowmobiles, along with over 37 miles of trails for biking. This is a perfect place to enjoy plenty of opportunities, like hiking and exploring nature. Riverside State Park also includes various facilities like public restrooms, picnic tables, barbecue grills, and a wheelchair accessible parking lot for more comfort.

"Iller Creek Conservation Area is an ideal destination that features a two-mile hike with breathtaking views. It takes nearly 2 hours to finish the trail. The park has more than 1,159 acres of a picturesque, high-quality natural environment available at this unit for passive leisure activities, such as bird watching. The conservation area has 966 acres of trails and habitat on the eastern flanks of the towering mountain that includes monoliths of granite, famous for mountaineers, and different seasons of creeks. Iller Creek Conservation Area maintains a magnificent five-mile loop of lush-shaded forest and a ridgeline ramble with exceptional vistas. The trail also follows the ridge down to the Dishman mica side of the trail. This nature haven also allows dogs on leash.

"Little Spokane River Natural Area is a 600-acre ideal destination for a pleasant and relaxing time with family and friends. This is an off-road vehicle area for motorcycles and mountain bikes. This nature haven also features a large park with great biodiversity in its natural areas. The Little Spokane River runs along the Painted Rock Trail. Nine Mile Recreation Area has two docks and a boat ramp. Little Spokane River Natural Area also features 11 natural sites with a boat launch and a day-use area. The area features hiking trails through marshy bogs and forests with beautiful views of various birds and other wildlife. The nature area includes a wheelchair-accessible parking lot and public restrooms for the convenience of the visitors. The park also has designated areas for pets.