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Park · Little Spokane Natural Area

Little Spokane Natural Area

9.1 mi round trip1,695 ft gainHardDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Suggested hike9.1 miRound trip to the far side
Elevation gain1,695 ftRound trip
Trails9.7 miTotal in the park

Overview

Little Spokane Natural Area has about 9.7 miles of trails. Our suggested hike is a 9.1-mile round trip from Knothead Trailhead to the far side of the trail network, following Knothead Trail. Shorten or extend it as you like.

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What you need

Parking and passes

No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.

Getting there

The hike starts at Knothead Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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