Spokane Loop #1 (Mileage TBA)
We will make our way downtown to get to River Side State Park which we will link up with the Centennial Trail!
Scenery on the western segment of the Spokane Centennial Trail is nothing less than spectacular; towering pine and fir trees, birds-eye views of the river (including the Bowl and Pitcher area), broad vistas and panoramic views of the Spokane River.
While the other segments of the Trail follow a relatively flat course, the western segment contains a number of challenging climbs and descents through the beautiful forests of Riverside State Park. Most of the climbs are relatively short in duration, but come prepared for a higher-level aerobic workout.
Popular attractions include; the Military Cemetery (located just off Government Way at the 28-mile mark), the Bowl and Pitcher overlook (30-mile mark), day-camping area and restrooms (34-mile mark), Riverside State Park Headquarters (36 mile mark) and Sontag Park (37-mile mark). Foot travelers also may access the Trail via the footbridge from the campground at Bowl & Pitcher, across the river from the Trail. Best of all... you'll be hard-pressed not to spot at least several forms of natural wildlife (bald eagles, hawks, deer, coyotes, and many more)!
NOTE OF CAUTION: In intermittent sections, Trail users must share the roadway with motorized vehicles. However, motorized traffic is extremely low in this rural area, and is limited to mostly local residents. Riverside Park Drive is blocked off at several strategic locations, preventing its use as a thoroughfare for motor vehicles
Our fun Lunch Stop The night activities will be BBQ and Campfire at the Riverfront Park. You will walk across the Spokane River on a bridge in the back of the hotel.
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