Harvard, Idaho

Formerly a Washington State Park, Kamiak Butte County Park is a hidden treasure on the eastern border of the state. An "ecological island" rising more than 800 ft from the surrounding hills of Palouse, the butte is home to a high country desert on its southern side and a lush forest on its shaded...

To the layperson, the Palouse, an area that comprises some 4,000 square miles in parts of Washington and Idaho, looks to be rolling hills of grass. In fact, the Palouse is a complex geological wonder. And there is no better place to view the Palouse than from Steptoe Butte, which is located in th...

Trail 257, located near Harrison, Idaho, offers mountain bikers a thrilling ride through the scenic landscapes of the Coeur d’Alene National Forest. This point-to-point trail extends approximately 2.5 miles, providing a mix of fast descents and technical sections that cater to intermediate ride...

Lost Man Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Wander through a classic Inland Northwest pine tree forest as you climb up to Mineral Ridge. At the top, explore historical Caribou Cabin and take the spur trail to the left to an abandoned mine. There is a lot of history scattered on this short loop hike! Continue past the cabin and take in v...

Higgens Point is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

John Pointner Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Looking for a short adventure hike on a road trip or a beach to hang out at for a weekend? Tubbs Hill features a 2 mile loop trail that winds along the shoreline of Lake Coeur d'Alene and through an Inland Northwest pine forest. You will see wildlife such as deer, squirrel, and many wildflowers...

The Mudgy Moose Trail is Coeur d'Alene's most charming walkable adventure—a 2.25-mile route that weaves from the forested shores of Tubbs Hill through downtown, ending at the waterfront of one of the most stunning lakes in the American Northwest. Five life-size bronze statues of Mudgy the Moose...

Experience one of the most unforgettable summer adventures in North Idaho with a ride on the Silver Mountain Gondola—the longest scenic gondola in North America. This 3.1-mile ride whisks you from the base in Kellogg, Idaho to the top of Silver Mountain, offering panoramic views of the lush Bitte...

This 8 mile loop hike begins from Liberty Lake Regional Park, just 30 minutes away from Spokane! The first mile follows a dry grassy meadow and swamp. Make sure and look for beaver dams and houses! The trail winds up into the hills above Liberty Lake. At 2.0 miles, you reach one of Spokane's ...

Right off the Wawawai River Road, Granite Point is an incredibly accessible climbing spot for those in the Pullman, Washington or Moscow, Idaho area. A mere minute hike from the car to the climbing spot makes it very easy to bring all of your gear. Hiking from the bottom of the rock to the top, t...

Just outside of the town of Wallace, this trail is made for both the hiker and history buff alike. In 1910, the Northwest was experiencing one of the worst droughts on record. Numerous small fires were burning across Montana, Idaho and Washington. However on August 20th, 80 mile per hour gale for...

Pulaski Tunnel Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Wallace, Idaho.

Saltese Uplands Conservation Area is one of the conservation areas owned by Spokane County. Only a short drive from I-90, it's popular for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, though I have only hiked it so far. The outer loop of the trail is about a 3.6 mile loop, with ~649 feet of ele...

Canfield Mountain Trails 8, Penn, 7, D, A, and Cave Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.