Spokane Travel Information
Spokane is the metropolitan hub of eastern Washington. The Spokane
River runs through town, garnished with 100 acres of park in the
center, an easy escape from the bustle of city life. Many historic
buildings downtown have been recently renovated, preserving a sense of
old Spokane. In May thousands of runners flock to the area for the
famous Lilac Bloomsday Run and flowers fill the city long after the
racers have gone home. Locals escape six miles out of the city
proper to Riverside State Park. At nearly 8,000 acres, the park is
big enough to support campers, hikers, bird-watchers and kayakers on
the Spokane River. Or, peddle your way along the river for a better
look at the length of Spokane's waterway. Rent bikes in town and
follow the Centennial Trail all the way to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 60
miles east. If that is still too close to civilization for comfort,
drive 30 miles northeast to Mt. Spokane State Park. Twice the size of
Riverside, you can climb both Mt. Kit Carson and Mt. Spokane during
summer months. In winter, Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park turns on
their five lifts during the day, then switches on the lights at night
for some après-work skiing. Snowmobiles are available for rent in the
area, and there are nearly 20 miles of cross-country ski trails close
to the downhill area. Get permits in town before heading into the
woods. Spokane is 230 miles east of Seattle and 289 miles northeast
of Portland, Oregon.
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