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A close two miles from downtown Spokane, Dishman Hills Natural Area has a number of trails, ponds, and unusual rock formations. There have also been reports of hobbits fishing in the various ponds. This is considered a complete natural area, so bikes are not allowed on the trails. Hiking within this natural area, bird lovers can see over 100 species of different birds living around the trail.

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This is a nice, easy-paced hike alongside a marsh environment. Located 6 miles northwest of downtown Spokane, this hike has some of the most beautiful scenery in our area.

At the trailhead, you will find ancient Indian paintings on the rocks; and as you make your way along the riverbanks, you will want to keep an eye out for the blue heron rookery in the tall cottonwoods by the river. There are a variety of animals that make the Little Spokane their home, including beaver, coyotes, deer, cougar and even moose.

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This hike is located in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest close to Lake Coeur d’Alene. It’s great for beginning hikers because it has a well-groomed trail and lots of benches along the way for a quick rest.

Hikers can pick up a booklet at the trailhead which will help guide and teach them about the trail. The booklet points out the various plants and wildlife you will see on the hike and has room for you to note what you found.

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Revett Lake trail wanders through the Coeur d'Alene National Forest and leads to one of the most scenic and remote lakes in Idaho. Once at the lake, there are great places to camp and fish. This moderate hike has an elevation gain of about 500 feet, and a high point of 5,600 feet. Rumor has it that Revett Lake is a hotspot for UFO sightings, so make sure you bring your binoculars.

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This navigation trail is about a 12 mile hike into lush forests and extraordinary views. There are tons of wildlife all through the trails and some of the streams have the best fly fishing around. There is an elevation gain of 200 feet and a high point of 2,640 feet on this trail. (Watch out for wandering sasquatch!)

Turnbull NWR is a wildlife sanctuary in the sense that no hunting or fishing is allowed and public access is limited to a 2,200 acre Public Use Area. The remaining portions of the Refuge are preserved as a wildlife sanctuary, with disturbance even by refuge staff kept to a minimum.

You will find excellent wildlife viewing opportunities in the Public Use Area with its numerous trails that loop through wetlands and pine forest habitats. There is also the 5.5-mile Auto Tour Route that you drive, bike, or walk to access scenic views of the refuge environment as well as short trails and a wheelchair accessible boardwalk which loops to the edge of beautiful Blackhorse Lake.

The bowl and Pitcher is located about five miles northeast of downtown Spokane. The drive or ride there follows one of the most beautiful sections of the Spokane River. There is not only plenty of hiking or biking that you can do, but a campground as well. The bowl and Pitcher is a great place to go for hiking and biking and just enjoying the outdoors. Take along a picnic lunch with you and make it an all day event.

Follow the mountain bike paths that encompass the basalt cliffs overlooking the creek. It's a beautiful area , very easy running, and moderate hazards if you decide to cross the creek in the spring. A local mountain biking guidebook lists a wonderful 5 mile loop. This is also a great climbing area for those who are experience climbers and the equipment.