Nice and moderate trail suitable for kids ages 4 and up to hike on their own. Can get up and around…read moreand back down again in a couple hours. Good views from the very top. A few sights along the way including rather unimpressive looking depressions in the ground where miners of yore apparently went digging for minerals. Also, a shallow cave representing the same such activities.

We visited during covid times and were looking for a place to get out and about and socially…read moredistance. A server at a local restaurant suggested we check this out. We're always looking for shortish loop hikes and this seemed perfect, although perhaps more elevation gain than my partner preferred. There is a parking lot and bathroom at the bottom, including some trash cans and picnic tables. Plenty of benches along the trail to take a break and admire the scenery. The interpretive activity was too complicated for us to figure out even with the help of our smart phones. A some point you can veer off the trail and peak inside a small cave. When you reach the top you can take some pictures and take in the view. It does seem like it might make any trip to the area complete and is a great way to burn off some excess energy if you feel like you've been stuck in the car for way too long, like me.

My husband and I have made a pact to go to all of these outdoor spots right in our own city. The…read moreareas around Spokane, are really lush and beautiful and a great place to take it all in. The river has so many spots and this was just one of them that we had found. Wide open spaces, creekside stream sounds, children laughing, wine coolers in tumblers...all of the above. We had a great time and it was calm and warm for it still being May. Great walking and hiking spaces too.

Classic hiking trail on Spokane's north side. From the Indian Painted Rocks trailhead, you can go…read moreeast, west, or north, thought the traditional route is to the west. This trail runs past ancient Native American pictographs before taking a lazy stroll amidst the singing birds of the Little Spokane River. At the west end of the path, you can turn north and explore the Knothead Valley trail which winds up through ponderosa pines and gives stunning views of the Spokane River below. The 6.5 mile loop drops back across the valley before turning south and ending back at the Painted Rocks trailhead for a solid outing. If you are looking for a longer excursion or just want more time along the river, the easterly trail (across the street and south across the bridge) adds another couple of miles of waterfront scenery.

We took this hike a few days ago. We took the clockwise way. This trail is absolutely stunning with…read moremany wildflowers, water falls and cascades and lots of tree cover. The trail is very well maintained. I read they did a huge overhaul in 2015 and it shows. There is a beautiful cedar grove about 2 miles in that offers a park bench to sit at. To get there, the trail is relatively flat most of the way with a gradual, barely noticeable incline. Just after the grove you will do some steep switchbacks before heading to the shady side of the mountain and finally, to a beautiful waterfall. If You continue, you will go above the waterfall and find yourself at another much larger waterfall. From there, you will make a slow descent down, and then a much quicker descent. It's said that the trail was 8 and a 1/2 miles. According to my phone, we did much further than that at about 10 miles. This probably is due to the fact that the trailhead is about a 1/2 a mile from the parking lot. We also did some other walking around near the Cedar Grove et cetera. I would recommend doing this trail if you have moderate hiking experience. This could be done with children if they are also seasoned hikers. I wouldn't take very small children though, since on the switch back there isn't much on the side of the trail. There is an equestrian trail as well. We didn't see too many people on that trail other than a couple of mountain bikers. On the main trail, it was decently busy but not enough to feel like it was crowded.

Honestly super pretty and worth the hike! BUT! Their are no maps or signs posted at all on the…read moretrail. Super unsafe! I went this past week, it's winter so the trail is blocked by snow and hard to see path. But Snows never stopped a hike for me, and shouldn't! But due to have no signs on the trail and misleading map in the beginning we just kept hiking and hiking to what seemed like nothing, it was super worrisome! And definitely stressful when you are trying to have fun and don't have a map to get back or signs knowing you are going the right way! So definitely fun but when you are hiking you kinda wanna know where you are and how far you have to go. No hate to this trail it's a great adventure but, just wanted to let people know what they are walking into if they like to hike a few miles. Be safe ya'll

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Great hike. The tree canopy covers the creek along the trail making a nice respite on hot summer…read moredays.

Insanely beautiful park. There is so much to see here, and so many beautiful "secret" spots. The…read morebiodiversity is gorgeous and I loved walking on the trail. My partner and I walked about 8 miles, feeling completely immersed in the nature. We hadn't even planned to hike, but ended up doing it anyway because of how fun it was. There was a cool man-made structure, amongst other sights. This place is great for photographers. Of course, the magnum opus of the park appears to be the bridge, which allows you to stand over the beautiful blue water. I love that the park offers picnic benches to sit and enjoy the space. My only complaint would be that there should definitely be more trash cans in the populated areas.

This hike is amazing! If you're looking to cool down and enjoy a short walk, this is the perfect…read morechoice. The open camping area is spacious with ample parking. The area is super clean (let's all help keep it that way), and the people are very friendly--everyone greeted us with a cheerful "good morning." Overall, it was a fantastic experience. Keep in mind there's a pass for $10 or a season pass for $30, which grants access to multiple trails. Make sure to do your research to get the most out of your visit.

For my first visit to the northern peninsula of Idaho, I decided to make a stop in the town of…read moreCoeur d'Alene. Coeur d'Alene has a charming downtown waterfront and it's here where you'll find this Tubbs Hill Trail. I believe hiking along Tubbs Hill represents the city of Coeur d'Alene well. It's an easy 2 mile round trip loop that oversees the harbor from a distance. Basically, it's a perfectly fine nature trail. There are 26 or 27 posted marker signs along the trail to guide you (including a halfway point). It's absolutely impossible to get lost, lol. To be specific on where Tubbs Hill Trail officially begins, you can find the starting point right next to the Rotary Harbor House (which looked like a relaxing spot to grab some fish tacos and catch views from the pier). Since the hike is a loop, if you begin by going off to the right hand side, there are spots along the way to descend down the rockside and go swimming in Lake Coeur d'Alene. I noticed a lot of people were relaxing and lounging out on the rocks while taking refreshing breaks in the water. If this sounds enticing, then remember to bring your bathing suit and a towel, lol. The first part of the hike offers panoramic lookouts of not only the boats docked beside the waterfront, but also the historical landmark - Hotel Coeur d'Alene. Eventually you wrap your way around in a circle getting to enjoy the great outdoors. It's a chance to breathe in fresh air from the lake without having to work hard. There's barely any incline/decline along the 2 mile path. It took me one hour to complete the hike. Lastly, parking can be difficult in downtown Coeur d'Alene. Independence Point is a popular area to park, but they do charge by the hour and every spot was occupied when I arrived in the middle of the day. I resorted to parking on a sidestreet next to the Coeur d'Alene shopping district. Though, cars on side streets are only permitted for 2 hour intervals at a time. Overall, Tubbs Hill Trail was a pleasant hiking activity. Pair it with maybe taking a cruise out on the lake or walking around the Boardwalk Marina (the "world's longest floating boardwalk" if you can believe) and you'll discover the best of what Coeur d'Alene has to offer.

Beautiful place to hike near the lake with plenty of scenic views and places to rest.read more

Very good trail Flat and not clogged path. And it is not…read morevery difficult. Quite a beautiful for, just right for walks

I hiked Stevens Creek Trail on a hot, weekday evening. Who knew that Spokane could get so hot. It…read moreseemed to be in the 90s for multiple weeks in a row. My theory is that the desert plains of central WA allows hot air to flow north unobstructed by mountain ranges. The heat didn't stop me, it only shortened my hikes. Stevens Creek Trail is another collection of trails that would give an experienced hiker new trails for a full day of hiking. I only hiked to the top, for a view of the protected forest and hay farms below, but the trails headed deeper in the forest along the top of a ridge. I never saw any deer or bears on my hikes in these forest ranges, but this hike in particular had many signs posted to watch out for bears. I think the sign would be more relevant for evening or morning hikes. All the bears are lying down in the shade when it's 95 degrees and sunny, waiting for cooler temperatures before they return to foraging. That doesn't mean that there weren't many animals in the forest. It was a turkey bonanza everywhere around Spokane. There were more turkeys than I'd ever seen in my life. There were turkey packs in the forest, meadow, in front yards, and even at the bus stop across from the grocery store. It was if they knew that the closer they were to civilization, the safer they would be from hunters.

Great day park for hiking, Horseback riding Fat tire or Mountain biking. Nice spot for a romantic…read morepicnic. Beautiful nature scenery for photographs. Be aware wildlife sighting of blackbear and large mouse . If you're lucky you may stumble onto a moose horn. Parking and rest room at the entrance. ( remember what you pack in / pack out).

From the owner: Open from May 1st to September 20th. There are over 440 acres of hiking, mountain biking,…read moreEquestrian trails, cedar groves that are over 200 years old, 18 hole Disc Golf (basket course). All Par 3. While the men are off playing disc golf, the wife and kids can relax at the campsite.

Spokane Falls are a must-see in Spokane. To think that we almost didn't go. It was cold and windy…read moreand we could have just headed out from our hotel, but we were so close - many hotels are close - that we went over - and we are so glad we did! These Falls are so impressive, not only the powerful waterfall itself but the structures, the bridges, the nearby buildings, the muskrat yelling at you on the path. All good.

They're gorgeous! I had a nice little walk around to the different bridges. I'm sad some of the…read morewalkways were closed, but totally understandable in January!

We (59/ 57 yo old couple) chose the Kettle Crest Trail due to the vista, location, and this ride…read morewas head and shoulders above our other rides in quality, duration and difficulty! It is NOT for the faint of heart. The trails are mostly narrow with steep drop-offs (ie no two tracks), but the horses handle it beautifully, and at the end of the day you will likely say "Wow!". The Schertenleib's were on time and ready to go as scheduled. The location is well-marked and easy to find using their instructions. They gave a short introduction for new riders, and pick the horses to match the riders ability and experience. The horses appeared to this newbie to be healthy and very well-trained. Blaze and Frankie were our mounts, and they were fantastic Rosie led the ride, which lasted ~4-1/2 hours roundtrip through very rugged and remote terrain. Temperatures were in the mid 90's which likely resulted in not seeing any wild game. Approximately 2/3 of the way through the ride there is a 20-30 minute rest time at a remote cabin (available for rent from the state). Anything you bring will be limited to whatever you can fit into a small saddlebag, so pack lightly. We highly recommend True West Trail Rides, and we are looking forward to riding with them again!

This was the BEST memory of our trip to Glacier National forest- we made a appointment for the…read moreearly morning ride and it did not disappoint ! The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and the horses were clean, strong and happy... We will definitely take our whole family up next trip and share this happiness with them!