Spokane County Parks & Recreation

Spokane Riverfront Park Peppertree Liberty Lake Inn Spokane River Park Areas Spokane Gorge

Spokane Centennial Trail. A paved path running along the Spokane River from the Idaho state line to Nine Mile Falls, the Spokane Centennial Trail offers incomparable natural beauty for everyone, including joggers, in-line skaters, horseback riders and hikers. Enjoy a picnic on the river’s edge, launch a canoe or sit and contemplate the rhythmic flow of the river. For more information, visit www.spokanecentennialtrail.org

Plantes Ferry Park. Located east of town in the Spokane Valley, Plantes Ferry is a popular sports complex that’s home to soccer teams, baseball leagues and cross country events. Savor a nice picnic area and access to a small beach in a shallow bend of the river. Right on the river bank is a life-size statue of pioneer Antoine Plante, known for ferrying people across this point of the river. For more information, visit www.experiencespokane.com/parks

Spokane Riverfront Park. The Spokane River cascades through the heart of downtown Spokane and along Riverfront Park, a lush 100 acres. This urban oasis is ideal for strolling, listening to concerts, enjoying picnics, gathering for events and watching the city light up at dusk. For more information, visit www.experiencespokane.com/parks  [Top]

Additional Spokane River Park Areas. The Spokane River itself offers many other outstanding opportunities to hike, bike, picnic and take a dip in the cool waters. We’ve listed a few of them below.

Bowl & Pitcher in Riverside State Park. This is a very popular Spokane River site for picnicking, hiking and river watching. The geological phenomenon of lava rock eroded by water creates the appearance of a giant pitcher just ready to pour. A swinging bridge crosses the Spokane River and is a highlight for young and old alike. Standing above the rushing water offers a natural thrill and during spring run off, a chill of spray as well. All in all, this is the most scenic natural attraction along the Spokane River. For more information, visit www.riversidestatepark.org/bowl_and_pitcher.htm  [Top]

Spokane Gorge. The Spokane River flows through the center of town and right under the Monroe Street Bridge creating one of the largest urban waterfalls in the United States. A proposed new River Gorge Park is in the making that will feature white water kayaking, picnic areas, close water trails and one of the biggest natural “water features.” For more information, visit www.friendsofthefalls.org/index.asp

Sullivan Landing. Another popular river valley park offers picnic areas and access to a stretch of boulder strewn river bank (steep trail to waters edge). A popular park for sports teams after some hard fought soccer games at Plantes Ferry fields. Life vests are recommended on all stretches of the Spokane River and required on the river between the Idaho State line and Plantes Ferry (you don’t want that $77 fine!). For more information, visit www.experiencespokane.com/parks  [Top]