Outdoor Recreation

Spokane Valley: a Paradise for the Outdoor Enthusiast

Spokane Valley offers amazing opportunities for outdoor fun! Residents enjoy an average of 260 days of sun each year in which to hike, paddle, golf, swim and fish, all of which can be performed within the city's boundary. The Spokane River meanders through the valley, providing ample opportunities to enjoy different water sports each season. Yes, we are spoiled.

Visit Our Parks

Mirabeau Point Park is a 55-acre park located in Spokane Valley along the west bank of the Spokane River. The park features the multi-sensory "Discovery Playground" for children of all ages and abilities, as well as a majestic waterfall and walking trails. This is a special place in nature where families can gather for an afternoon picnic or take a short walk through the forest. CenterPlace Regional Event Center is adjacent to the park and often rented for community activities and weddings.

Check out the air-4-drone aerial video of Mirabeau Park.

Other popular city parks include Browns Park (features 16 outdoor volleyball courts, skate dot and splash pad), Valley Mission Park (features a swimming pool, basketball, tennis courts) and Sullivan Park (features an access to the Spokane River for water sports).

Explore Our Trails

The city recently completed the 5.1-mile Appleway Trail on the old Milwaukee Railroad right-of-way, an east-to-west urban space that parallels the Sprague Avenue corridor. The trail provides a continuous shared-use, paved path through the heart of Spokane Valley. The trail is used daily by runners, walkers, bicyclists and skaters. Several restaurants and retail businesses can be accessed from the trail and enjoyed along the way.

The Centennial Trail is one of the region's most notable outdoor attractions. The trail spans 40 miles in total and is perfect for biking, roller skating, running, walking and wildlife viewing. The Valley portion of the trail is the most suitable for a leisurely ride, with a mostly flat course extending from the state line, past the Spokane Valley Mall, through a treed canopy alongside the river, and ending near the Maringo Trailhead.

1889 Magazine names Spokane Valley a scenic place to bike. Camp Sekani, Beacon Hill and the Centennial Trail offer some of the best biking trails in Washington State.

Dishman Hills Natural Area is a walker/hiker's paradise. The area features 534 accessible acres of sculpted rocky hills, pine meadows, aspen groves, wildlife habitat and scenic trails. A parking area makes it easily accessible.

There are other trails and open spaces to enjoy in the foothills surrounding Spokane Valley. These include Camp Sekani Park, Antoine Peak Conservation Area, Iller Creek Conservation Area and Saltese Uplands Conservation Area. Thanks to ancient lava flows and glacial activity, some of these areas offer fascinating rock formations that create a unique geology for avid rock climbers.

Spokane Valley Fun

You really can do it all in Spokane Valley - hike, bike, swim, paddle, fish and ski!

Play on the Spokane River

The Spokane River flows through the valley, providing opportunities to fish, paddle or float depending on the time of year. Rentals are available or sign up for a float trip. If you fish, stop by the local fly shops to see what's in season.