Day Hiking in Spokane 2026

RIVER CANYONS, FOREST TRAILS, AND WIDE-OPEN PALOUSE VIEWSSpokane offers a side of Washington that many travelers overlook. Within a relatively short drive, you can follow the Spokane River through rugged canyons, hike through pine forests, climb granite outcrops with expansive views, explore wildlife-rich wetlands, and experience the rolling landscapes of the Palouse.With trails spread across rivers, forests, wetlands, mountains, and open hills, deciding where to go can be more challenging than the hike itself. This guide highlights a carefully selected range of routes throughout the Spokane region and provides the context needed to choose the ones that best match your interests, schedule, and hiking style.INSIDE YOU'LL FIND- Day hikes in and around Spokane for a range of interests and ability levels - Riverside State Park, including Bowl and Pitcher, Deep Creek Canyon, and Knothead Loop - Dishman Hills Natural Area and the Rocks of Sharon - Mount Spokane State Park and the region's highest viewpoints - Antoine Peak, Liberty Lake, and other local favorites - Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge and Columbia Plateau landscapes - Day-trip destinations including Kamiak Butte and Steptoe ButtePLAN WITH PRACTICAL INFORMATIONLearn which trails may be a good fit for your interests, fitness level, and available time. Find guidance on trail difficulty, elevation gain, driving access, parking, seasonal conditions, wildfire smoke, heat management, and crowd patterns. Detailed maps and itinerary suggestions help you compare options and organize your hiking days more efficiently.Whether you're visiting Spokane for the first time or returning to explore beyond the area's most familiar trails, this guide provides practical information to help you experience the region with realistic…