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San Juan Islands, Washington

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Top Hiking Spots in and near San Juan Islands

  • Nine Mile Falls, Washington

    Swim at 'The Cove'

    4.3
    0.7 mi / 105 ft gain
    With activities for everyone, The Cove at Long Lake is the perfect spot to go on a summer day! If you are driving from downtown Spokane, drive towards Nine Mile Falls. Before entering Nine Mile Falls you will come to a dam. At the dam take a left over the bridge. Continue through the little town...
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  • Ford, Washington

    Hike through Muley Canyon

    2 mi / 221 ft gain
    Just northwest of Spokane, in Ford, Washington, there is a stretch of road along the Spokane River that has a few Avista parks. These parks are not marked on the roadway and even looking at Avista's website does not give a clear description of their locations. From Spokane, Take 291 W to Charles ...
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  • Spokane, Washington

    Hike along Iller Creek

    5.0
    5 mi / 1200 ft gain
    Iller Creek hike leads you on a 5 mile loop through lush shaded forest to a ridge with excellent views of the Eastern Washington Palouse. I love the variety of trees through the forest on this hike! Half way through the hike you reach the Big Rocks (Rocks of Sharon) which is a popular rock clim...
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  • Cheney, Washington

    Stubblefield Lake Loop

    5.0
    6.03 mi / 289 ft gain
    Stubblefield Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Cheney, Washington.
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  • Spokane County, Washington

    Hike the Saltese Uplands Conservation Area

    3.0
    3.6 mi / 649 ft gain
    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...
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  • Sprague, Washington

    Hog Lake Loop

    3.7
    1.93 mi / 240 ft gain
    Leaving Spokane and driving west down Interstate 90 isn’t usually where one might envision pretty nature existing. Yes, the farms and desert are pretty in their own way, but most people don’t want to go hiking on a farm. This area has some real hidden treasures though. To get to Hog Lake from Sp...
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  • Mead, Washington

    Hike to Quartz Mountain Lookout

    5.0
    5 mi / 1000 ft gain
    Drive to Mt. Spokane State Park and park at Selkirk Lodge. This hike can only be accessed before the ski area opens because the trail up to the lookout is along part of the cross country ski area.You may not need snowshoes for this hike depending on how much snow is on the ground. With more sno...
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  • Mead, Washington

    Snowshoe to the Mt. Spokane Summit

    5.0
    Mt. Spokane State Park is just 45 minutes outside of Spokane and a great day trip hike spot! Drive into Mt. Spokane State Park and then to the top of Mt. Spokane until you reach the lower Selkirk Lodge parking lot on the right. Trail 130 begins across the road next to the gate that closes the Vis...
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  • Liberty Lake, Washington

    Hike Liberty Lake Loop

    5.0
    8 mi / 1200 ft gain
    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 ...
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  • Post Falls, Idaho

    Falls Park Overlook Trail

    5.0
    0.39 mi / 16 ft gain
    Falls Park Overlook Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Post Falls, Idaho.
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  • Post Falls, Idaho

    Hike Black Bay Park

    0.82 mi / 33 ft gain
    Black Bay Park is home to a short series of paved trails and has a new bathroom facility! There's also a rope swing over the river and plenty of spots to swim or launch a kayak or sup if you're looking to cool off on a hot day. There are beautiful wildflowers in the summer but the park is very qu...
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  • Creston, Washington

    Hawk Creek Cave

    3.8
    5 mi / 900 ft gain
    The ancient rock walls, cave, and falls of Hawk Creek provide an unreal day hike experience! The best time to hike to Hawk Creek cave is early spring/summer before the water level of Lake Roosevelt is back to it's regular level by July. Any age explorer will be inspired on this adventure! Driv...
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  • Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

    Tubbs Hill

    4.5
    2 mi / 325 ft gain
    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...
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  • Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

    Canfield Mountain Natural Area Loop

    4.0
    1.13 mi / 325 ft gain
    Canfield Mountain Natural Area Loop in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, is a moderate difficulty trail spanning 1.13 miles. The trail is well-marked and offers a steady incline, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned hikers. The trail is open year-round, but the best time to hike is from April t...
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  • Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

    Canfield Mountain Trails 1562, D, and 3 Loop

    4.0
    5.36 mi / 1594 ft gain
    Canfield Mountain Trails 1562, D, and 3 Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
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  • Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

    Canfield Mountain Trails 8, Penn, 7, D, A, and Cave Loop

    4.0
    7.77 mi / 2119 ft gain
    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.
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