Avista will attempt to keep the lake drawn down to a maximum of feet below summer elevation for a duration of three to six weeks, depending upon flows and the weather.
The boat-in campsites at Muley Canyon and North Shore are closed for maintenance. For more information visit Avista Water Flow Information. Parks will complete a acre forest health treatment in the 7 Mile area during the Spring of There will be intermittent trail closures within the project area during this time.
Learn more and check for project updates here. Recreational opportunities include mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, and boating and more! Motorized boats, bicycles, horseback riding, pets, swimming and the use of inner tubes or similar floatation devices are all prohibited in the Little Spokane River Natural Area. Hikers must stay on designated trails. Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
With a wide array of recreational activities, Riverside State Park has something for everyone! Roughly 80 miles of trails will keep hikers and mountain bikers busy. For those who equate vacation with relaxation, enjoy the multiple day-use areas, picnic shelters and campgrounds that offer solid family and camp chair time. Floating the Spokane River is a thrilling adventure featuring whitewater rapids. Take caution as Spokane River is hazardous in places and should not be run without whitewater experience and local knowledge.
Enjoy a calmer paddle on the Little Spokane River from St. In winter, Riverside is a prime recreation hub for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. This scenic campground is set along the Spokane River amongst towering ponderosa pines and is known for the iconic swinging bridge that connects the campground and day use area to miles of trails on the other side of the Spokane River.
