Winter Wanders - Debi's Winter Guidebook

Debi
Winter Wanders - Debi's Winter Guidebook

Short Walks in the Snow

Park in Riverpark Square ($5-8) or on the street (free after 6pm) close to this Spokane favorite. The Winter lights of 2020-2021 Season design & installation was guided by my co-host, Deanna thru her employer, Ampt. pet friendly & only 15-20mins away link to a preview: https://www.spokesman.com/galleries/2020/dec/13/holiday-lights-illuminate-riverfront-park/
213 residents recomanen
Riverfront Park
507 N Howard St
213 residents recomanen
Park in Riverpark Square ($5-8) or on the street (free after 6pm) close to this Spokane favorite. The Winter lights of 2020-2021 Season design & installation was guided by my co-host, Deanna thru her employer, Ampt. pet friendly & only 15-20mins away link to a preview: https://www.spokesman.com/galleries/2020/dec/13/holiday-lights-illuminate-riverfront-park/
206 residents recomanen
Manito Park
1702 S Grand Blvd
206 residents recomanen
Picturesque town with coffee shops, eateries & brew pubs. Park at the Coeur d'Alene Resort or near Tubbs Hill/Sanders Beach. Tubbs hill is a 45min nature walk (no guard rails and expect mud/ice. The resort has a long board walk around the docks and restaurants/ lounge to watch the view with a warm dinner or dessert.
120 residents recomanen
Coeur d'Alene
120 residents recomanen
Picturesque town with coffee shops, eateries & brew pubs. Park at the Coeur d'Alene Resort or near Tubbs Hill/Sanders Beach. Tubbs hill is a 45min nature walk (no guard rails and expect mud/ice. The resort has a long board walk around the docks and restaurants/ lounge to watch the view with a warm dinner or dessert.

Sledding

Closest and one of the best! Various options for how steep. Long flat to ride out your speed. Long enough for a good ride but short enough that the walk back to the top doesn't wear you out. bring your own sled
Valley Mission Park
11123 E Mission Ave
Closest and one of the best! Various options for how steep. Long flat to ride out your speed. Long enough for a good ride but short enough that the walk back to the top doesn't wear you out. bring your own sled
Haven't been here, but reviews include a number of refences to great sledding. bring your own sled
Holmberg Park
720 W Holland Ave
Haven't been here, but reviews include a number of refences to great sledding. bring your own sled
Tubing on Mt Spokane (45 min drive) NOTE from website: Call 509-238-9114 to make credit card guaranteed reservations (to assure space availability) or book group events outside the posted times for public sessions.  WE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. Call 509-238-9114 to make credit card guaranteed reservations (to assure space availability) or book group events outside the posted times for public sessions.  WE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. cannot use your own sled http://www.mtspokanesnowtubing.com/index.html
Bear Creek Lodge
24817 N Mt Spokane Park Dr
Tubing on Mt Spokane (45 min drive) NOTE from website: Call 509-238-9114 to make credit card guaranteed reservations (to assure space availability) or book group events outside the posted times for public sessions.  WE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. Call 509-238-9114 to make credit card guaranteed reservations (to assure space availability) or book group events outside the posted times for public sessions.  WE DO NOT BOOK ONLINE. cannot use your own sled http://www.mtspokanesnowtubing.com/index.html
Sledding CLOSED for 2020-2021 season due to COVID
50 residents recomanen
Parc d'esquí i snowboard del mont Spokane
29500 N Mt Spokane Park Dr
50 residents recomanen
Sledding CLOSED for 2020-2021 season due to COVID

Snowshoeing

Favorite places from friends who are avid hikers/snowshoe enthusiasts!
Check website for specifics, but lots of parking and well marked trails Equipment Rental 45mins
50 residents recomanen
Parc d'esquí i snowboard del mont Spokane
29500 N Mt Spokane Park Dr
50 residents recomanen
Check website for specifics, but lots of parking and well marked trails Equipment Rental 45mins
In the heart of the Valley, this small preserve has moderately steep trails. The reviews describe well. NOTE for safety: there are homeless camps in places and police do not recommend women going alone.
25 residents recomanen
Àrea natural de les Colines de Dishman
625 S Sargent Rd
25 residents recomanen
In the heart of the Valley, this small preserve has moderately steep trails. The reviews describe well. NOTE for safety: there are homeless camps in places and police do not recommend women going alone.
Cedar Grove Conservation Area
Liberty Lake Loop Trail
This is one of the top two names I hear repeated when asking about snowshoeing! Good information is found on Google reviews Iller Creek Conservation Area https://www.google.com/maps/place/Iller+Creek+Conservation+Area/@47.6016297,-117.2948968,2548m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x549e240081fdd5e5:0xe9b755209171d2e5!8m2!3d47.5997926!4d-117.2896027?hl=en-US
Iller Creek Trail Head
East Rockcrest Lane
This is one of the top two names I hear repeated when asking about snowshoeing! Good information is found on Google reviews Iller Creek Conservation Area https://www.google.com/maps/place/Iller+Creek+Conservation+Area/@47.6016297,-117.2948968,2548m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x549e240081fdd5e5:0xe9b755209171d2e5!8m2!3d47.5997926!4d-117.2896027?hl=en-US
This is a well known & well used local favorite for hikes, snowshoe & trail bikes. There is a separate area for ATV use that is also loved by locals.
17 residents recomanen
Liberty Lake Regional Park
3707 S Zephyr Rd
17 residents recomanen
This is a well known & well used local favorite for hikes, snowshoe & trail bikes. There is a separate area for ATV use that is also loved by locals.

Winter Drives

1.5 hrs each way My home town, this is the best day trip during the winter! The highway is generally kept clear and the views are fantastic. The last 2 minutes is crossing bridge over Lake Pend Oreille (pon-der-RAY to locals) with Schweizer mountain as the back drop. If its a clear day, another 30 mins to the top of the mountain for skiing -or- just ride the lift as a round trip. Stop at the restaurant on top for a view that can't be beat. The town itself is filled with fantastic little restaurants & brewpubs. The City Beach is great for walking. In deep winter, you will see ice fishing huts and even an occasional 4x4 out on the ice ( I was never ready for that level)
104 residents recomanen
Sandpoint
104 residents recomanen
1.5 hrs each way My home town, this is the best day trip during the winter! The highway is generally kept clear and the views are fantastic. The last 2 minutes is crossing bridge over Lake Pend Oreille (pon-der-RAY to locals) with Schweizer mountain as the back drop. If its a clear day, another 30 mins to the top of the mountain for skiing -or- just ride the lift as a round trip. Stop at the restaurant on top for a view that can't be beat. The town itself is filled with fantastic little restaurants & brewpubs. The City Beach is great for walking. In deep winter, you will see ice fishing huts and even an occasional 4x4 out on the ice ( I was never ready for that level)
This is the best older neighborhood - just meander thru streets to see the older homes near Manito Park, Cannon Park & the view from Cliff Park. All from the warmth of your car! check my other guidebook for best hot coffee to keep you warm! get there in 15 mins, spend 30 mins to an hr driving around aimlessly
7 residents recomanen
South Hill
7 residents recomanen
This is the best older neighborhood - just meander thru streets to see the older homes near Manito Park, Cannon Park & the view from Cliff Park. All from the warmth of your car! check my other guidebook for best hot coffee to keep you warm! get there in 15 mins, spend 30 mins to an hr driving around aimlessly

Equipment

Best prices for good gear in the area.
General Store & Ace Hardware
2424 N Division St
Best prices for good gear in the area.
Closest with cheap gear, but not the highest quality.
Walmart Supercenter
15727 E Broadway Ave
Closest with cheap gear, but not the highest quality.
Full range of outdoor supplies a good stop on the way to Idaho
12 residents recomanen
Cabela's
101 N Cabela Way
12 residents recomanen
Full range of outdoor supplies a good stop on the way to Idaho
sleds, skies, snowshoes moderate prices on good to excellent quality
Sportsman's Warehouse
15118 E Indiana Ave
sleds, skies, snowshoes moderate prices on good to excellent quality
sleds, boots, sometimes snowshoes low to medium quality moderate pricing
41 residents recomanen
Fred Meyer
400 S Thor St
41 residents recomanen
sleds, boots, sometimes snowshoes low to medium quality moderate pricing
moderate to high end equipment & clothing, often decent sale prices close to Costco & Home Depot
Big 5 Sporting Goods
5725 E Sprague Ave
moderate to high end equipment & clothing, often decent sale prices close to Costco & Home Depot

Winter Clothing

inexpensive to moderate prices for decent quality clothing & boots
41 residents recomanen
Fred Meyer
400 S Thor St
41 residents recomanen
inexpensive to moderate prices for decent quality clothing & boots
get the basics @ moderate prices
Walmart Supercenter
15727 E Broadway Ave
get the basics @ moderate prices
moderate to high end equipment & clothing, often decent sale prices close to Costco & Home Depot
Big 5 Sporting Goods
5725 E Sprague Ave
moderate to high end equipment & clothing, often decent sale prices close to Costco & Home Depot
clothing & equipment for deep woods, med to high end with pricing to match. Occasional sale pricing.
North 40 Outfitters
8307 E Trent Ave
clothing & equipment for deep woods, med to high end with pricing to match. Occasional sale pricing.