This scenic multi-use pathway runs south from the city, starting near the Centennial Trail in West Spokane and continuing over 10 miles one-way to Fish Lake, where it intersects with the Columbia Plateau Trail. (Note: the ~3 mile section between Scribner Road and Fish Lake is currently unimproved). The former railway corridor through the Latah Valley is nicely paved, and a quieter alternative to the busy Centennial Trail. Plans are in order to both complete the Fish Lake area of the path, and to extend to north section to meet Riverfront Park and Highbridge Park.
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- Up to 10 miles one-way
- 517 feet
- Government Way
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Other Routes in Spokane, WA
This 65-mile paved trail is the cream of running in Spokane. We've included a full map. Highlights include the bustling World’s Fair grounds of downtown’s Riverfront Park, and beautiful Riverside State Park nine miles northwest of the city.
In addition to Riverfront Park and Riverside State Park, other highlights along the Spokane section of the Centennial Trail are the Kendall Yards section and Mirabeau Point Park.
Not only does Manito Park feature a gorgeous expanse of botanical gardens, the area features some of the nicest neighborhood streets in Spokane. We’ve mapped a 2.7 mile tour.
This lovely neighborhood perched atop a high hill offers great views from its long paved sidewalk and many miles of singletrack trails.
The Dwight Merkel Sports Complex features a variety of athletic fields, and two great running paths: the 5K Perimeter Trail and Connector Trail to Riverside State Park.
The Beacon Hill and Camp Sekani trails are popular singletrack for mountain biking, but runners will also enjoy the rolling terrain and nice scenery close to the city.
A lovely, close to town conservation area, the Iller Creek Trail is a nice 5 mile trail loop with great views from the Rocks of Sharon.
Trail runners with some extra time may find it worthwhile to travel an hour northeast to Mount Spokane State Park. Some favorite running suitable trails include the Burping Brook and Hay Ridge Loops. Options for easier or challenging.
550-acre preserve located 17 miles west of Spokane has 7 miles of trails through shrub steppe habitat. Great views of Liberty Lake, Mt. Spokane, Saltese Flats. The main ~4 mile Uplands Loop is fairly flat, with good footing. Summit Loop adds 2 steep miles.
The Liberty Lake neighborhood just east of Spokane is a great area for running. Enjoy the pleasant residential neighborhood, or a more challenging 8.5 mile trail run through Liberty Lake Regional Park.
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