Centennial Trail Reviews

Beautiful views, great walking trails just a really great place to visit while in Spokane. Great place to take pictures along the bridge.

Need a scenic and relatively quiet place to walk in downtown Spokane? Try the Centennial Trail on the north side of Spokane Falls Blvd. Not much people traffic today, and no crossing the Spokane streets. Beautiful river views as well.

Hot day and the forest fire smoke almost got in the way, but we took our tandem out for about 20 mi along the Spokane River via the Centennial Trail. No better way to spend some time on a Sunday than on a tandem. Flatest section is Mirabeau Park to Idaho, but there are a couple of little hills that will get your attention for about 30 sec. Beautiful day.

We certainly can't say we have walked all of this trail. However, over the years visiting Spokane we have walked sections of it. There are a few bits that are too urban for our taste, but they are easily avoided. Easy walking and friendly folks along the way. Highly recommended.

Spent Saturday strolling along the riverfront trail. It was a very nice and easy walk. Some of the sidewalk is uneven so you need to be aware of this.

You can walk it, run it, or bicycle it. I've ridden a bike from end to end, twice. To be honest, not in one leg. It's long and I am OLD. But starting at one end, riding to another waypoint, then turning around and riding back to where we parked our vehicle, then repeating that process (waypoint to waypoint) on different days, we in effect covered the whole trail, twice.

Most of the way, the scenery is very pleasing. On the west end, the trail is a little hilly but definitely not bad. The farther east you go, the flatter it gets. It all parallels the Spokane River.

Although there have been a few "incidents" on the trail, mostly in the center part, overall it has been a safe place to commune and to exercise. No matter WHERE you are, always be aware of your surroundings.

Beautiful in every way. The river provides a wonderful back drop. Quiet, peaceful, lovely. Chinese Lantern festival lovely.

This is fun for the whole family. You can go for a very long ride. The longer you go the more diversity in environment you will find.

This trail is a great example of good civic planning. The trail lines the river on both sides, affording cyclists, joggers, and walkers the happy ability to enjoy the river and city. Bravo, Spokane!

My husband and I enjoyed the trail/sidewalk along the river downtown after dinner one evening and then made a point to go back for a morning run twice. The river is soothing. Enjoyed the art pieces scattered along the path and in the parks that are adjacent. The vegetation is ample and makes you feel as if you left the city in some parts. Highly recommend if you would like a scenic walk or run.

We started at Gonzaga University & walked along the north bank of the river into town. The riverbank next to the trail had numerous marmots hanging out eating various foliage. They were not bothered & even seemed to pose for photos! Nice to experience coming in to Spokane is a slower way. Such a pretty town and river.

Walking through the park at dusk, three guys fanned out in front of us across the trail. I could see a baseball sticking out below one of their jackets.

I was carrying a Colt Anaconda .44m beneath my duster. I opened the duster to show the pistol and suddenly they lost interested and turned direction.

Don't go there unarmed unless in full daylight.

We spent an extremely enjoyable winter afternoon walking along the centennial trail looking for birds (hoping to see eagles, but happy to find numerous species of waterfowl). Super pleasant and well maintained (less ice on the trail than on the streets, I would wager).

This is a wonderful option to exercise while seeing Spokane, either by bike or foot. It generally follows the Spokane River. Once you get on it, the trail is easy to follow in the downtown area, but at the edges of town on both sides it gets confusing. They need more signs.

We walked the bridges and part of the centennial trail with all the beautiful views of the falls and river. During the day there was a lot of activity and families. I would not recommend this at night or alone though because there are many areas not so nice characters can hang out.

Ran sections of the Mermaid Run with my adult daughter on sections of the Centennial Trail. Beautiful trail along the river. Would be great for either walking or running. Passes Gonzaga. Worth taking the time and very relaxing.

I have traveled all over the world and the USA. This is my favorite place to be. If the Air Force had not transferred me, I would probable still live there..

I have become very fond of the trail between the trailhead on Maringo in Millwood and just past the Sullivan Road trailhead in the Spokane Valley. Most of the trail stays away from development, so you might think you are more remote than you actually are. A leisurely ride out, lunch at Panera Bread, and back on the trail to Millwood. A really nice morning ride!

It'd great to bike eastbound through the beautiful areas at Riverfront Park and contemporary 1974 Expo buildings. I stopped at Gonzaga University. Wish it would have more signs at the Y intersections to indicate which turn to take to continue on Centennial Trail.

This is really a fantastic water fall/rapids in the spring. A great place to take a walk across the suspension bridge...

Great trail with lots to see. Many sections were too steep for a manual wheelchair, but still a wonderful resource in Spokane

A very enjoyable walk along the river. The scenery is beautiful, Extra bonuses include a carousel, a kids playground with a HUGE Red Ryder Wagon that is really a slide, a cool fountain.

Construction on the pavilion has closed a few of the trails but it is still a fabulous sight with the numerous waterfalls

Nice and easy walk with kids or elderly- great views, chill spots to hang out and play. Close to restaurants.

Lovely, wide, paved path along Spokane river. Beautiful trees shade the path and there are nice plantings alongside.

The trail has many different areas for exploring! I love the area from GU, past Avista, along the river. It is beautiful- there are many benches to relax on, and there are nice shady areas alternating with sunny stretches. You can go for miles and miles! Bikers, runners and walkers peacefully co-exist, and the trail is truly a treasure in Spokane.

So many spots to "enter" the trail system! Much of the trail follows the river . It is exciting to see the river change with each season!

This is one of my favorite places for a hike in Spokane. You can start at the Kendall yards on the north side of the river. I usually start my hikes there. If you find central foods and turn right you will find more of the wild side of the Spokane river. Keep going past through the developments and the trail will take you down to the river.
If you turn left on central foods you will see more of the downtown, which is also very nice. The trail will take you under the Monroe street bridge (my kids favorite place) and there is a lookout over there where you can see the Spokane falls. If you keep going you can find bridges that will take you to the south side of the Spokane river (riverside park) with more spoke falls views.

Tips

Great for a sunny day. They have a trail for road bikes. Also good place to walk your dog

Grab a bite at Kendall yards. Lots of good places to eat there after your hike. The yards brunches has good sandwiches, salads and amazing pancakes. Veraci has excellent thin crust pizza. I see some of the places at Kendall yards have al fresco dining where you can grab something to eat with your dog

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A great urban run. You can find parking somewhere along the path and then run. The bridges provide not just great views but allow you to tailor your distance

Whether, you are going for a bike ride or walking the dogs, the trail never disappoints, there are even trails down to the river. A Great hiking spot for the entire family.

The Centennial Trail is the crown jewel of Spokane. It boasts over 35 miles of paved pathway following along the Spokane river, passing the waterfalls downtown and rapids to the east and west of town. It is great for walking, running, biking; no motorized vehicles are allowed. The views of the river are spectacular.

Our family of 6 loves biking the Centennial Trail. It meanders through downtown and through the valley mostly following the lovely Spokane River. There are spots to stop and sit on a bench and we usually see some wildlife. No trip is complete for our family without a quick stop at Krispie Kreme which is just off of the trail.

I've ridden my bike the length of this trail - from Higgins Point in Coeur d'Alene to 9 Mile Falls. It's beautiful from end to end. Well maintained, diverse landscapes to enjoy.

Why go to a gym when you can enjoy nature while walking, running, or biking on this excellent, well-maintained trail? Visitors to Spokane can enjoy the loop downtown, which follows the river past the convention center, the Gonzaga University campus, and back through Riverfront Park. It's about a 3-mile walk. The trail is also excellent in Spokane Valley, where the are long stretches beside the Spokane River. If you're into wildlife viewing, it's possible to see geese, ducks, beavers, marmots, and rabbits along the trail.

Lots of free park "things" to see and do. Statues, art, kids stuff, wonderful river and falls. Lots of historical markers. Great for leisure or exercise.

Relaxing walk alongside the river, with a bridge to Riverfront Park.
Good views of the falls and of the downtown.

Too many homeless and suspicious people. It's not all bad, but at certain parts, watch your back. And don't go after sunset....

Needs better signage especially when approaching turns. Downtown is pure guesswork due to path closure. Do not miss Trail of the Coeur d'Alene, Hiawatha all the way to Avery, and Milwaukee on to St Marie's. Creamery in Harrison is great for refeuling. Great bike shop just up the street .

Short of Niagara Falls, this is one of the most impressive rivers I've ever seen. The water is crystal clear. If you're in Spokane, WA, don't miss tis

I started in Coeur d alene, and rice 25 miles to Riverside State Park and turned around. I know that the trail goes farther West, as well as to Higgins Point on Lake CDA. Very well maintained, and scenic as well!!!

I visited here in this Spring and they had LIME.
We couldn’t figure out how to ride so long because end of the day so Many of them run out battery.
We tried next day. It was really fun especially I don’t like walking so long.
It’s so cool that spoken city allows people riding them around bridge ,too.
Please make sure to learn how to stop it before you start to ride because you might hit by car or crash to people.

We love to bike and it is hard to beat the amazing centennial trail. You can ride from downtown to Lake CDA. Fantastic views of the river throughout and minimal road traffic.

Beautiful river walk that goes through a park and around the convention center. Wouldn't walk it alone at night or early in the morning and there seems to be a large homeless population leaving around the park.

We rode our bikes on this trail and the views of the falls, river, lakes, River Parkway, etc are spectacular! You can walk or ride this trail for miles in either direction from downtown Spokane. There are sculptures and many points of interest along the way. Do not miss this wonderful trail!

While you walk this trail you are right in the middle of everything. You are crossing over the water and able to sit in different locations and watch the water or picnic. There is also a damn. Great restaurants and shopping in the area.

Love this trail....so long it is but you choose how far you want to go. Word of caution....be aware of the scooters...those LIME scooters you rent...people just zip along on those and many WAY too fast....just be careful. Love the sculptures along the city area.

This time of year and the early spring is good to see the falls when walking the trail. It is black toped so is an easy walk or run. A popular place for bikers as well.

I love how the city of Spokane has made this trail a centerpiece of the city. Easily accessible from multiple locations, businesses and parking lots. We appreciated how it follows the river and connects to parks and shopping and dining. Vibrant and active and well lit in the evening so it felt safe.

Took the family biking on the Centennial Trail and found it an easy ride. Can be done by almost any level. Family frindly bike, walk or jog.

I'm training for an upcoming run/bike/run event and rode the Centennial Trial to Post Falls. There is some construction going on so be aware but the spots are well posted. And, be alert to walkers/skaters going 2 to 4 abreast. Some people just don't get the elements of trail courtesy...

This trail is such a gem for people who like to move and be healthy, and at te same time admire the beauty of the Spokane river and views around it.

Having lived in Spokane for 25+ years, I have used the Centennial Trail dozens and dozens of times. I have never once not felt safe on it. But keep in mind the trail runs for more than 50 miles from East of CHENEY into Idaho. A small portion of it runs through downtown Spokane. The area in downtown Spokane is a beautiful place to take a walk along the river, Or walk through the park.
But Spokane is a big city! I don't believe it is safe to be in any big city walking alone in a park at night.
So use some good judgement.
The trail is well used with lots of people on it.

This is a beautiful paved trail. It is about 8 foot wide so it's easy to ride around anyone you need to pass. Lots of benches and places to stop.

You are guided through a variety of views along the Spokane River. a few hills beyond town but they just add to the exercise you get that day! Currently, in 2018, the central area around Riverfront Park is under construction, so you are detoured around, but it is still well worth it to explore this lovely city on bike vs foot or car.

The park and trail are a lovely place to run and/or walk. The fall colors along the river were absolutely amazing, but this trail is beautiful any time of year--from spring floods to icy winters. The dam and falls are beautiful, a good place to observe how the power of abundant water sculpts the volcanic rock. A lot of construction going on at the present time as the trail and park receive a facelift and expansion, but I enjoyed it every day I was in Spokane in spite of the rain.

My husband and I ran 9 miles along the Centennial Trail this past weekend. The fall colors were gorgeous along the river, and we loved getting some great views of the downtown area on the west side of the trail. Highly recommend!

The trail stretches from Northwest Spokane to the east end of Lake Coeur d Alene. It's amazing how much better the trail is once you cross the border into Idaho. On the Washington side the trail is very, very rough in stretches, you WILL encounter multiple homeless people, and on a trip yesterday not a single water fountain was working (too much vandalism apparently), and the bathrooms are either locked or disgusting. It's a shame to watch such a gem decay as local government does nothing. Couldn't they divert at least some of the funds maintaining the state's largest homeless camp to repair something thousands of taxpayers use each week? Cross the border into Idaho and it's like entering another world. Clean, well maintained, water fountains work, bathrooms are clean and unlocked, signage is good, no homeless people camping around the trail, great views by the lake, and just simply feels safer. I ride the trail frequently but as you might guess usually in Idaho.

Were you to cycle Spokane's Centennial Trail from beginning to end, you'd wind your way along 37 miles of the Spokane River with changing terrain and incredible views that transform throughout the seasons.

As a frequent rider here, each season offers something special to see. In the Spring you'll see Osprey nesting particularly on the east end of the trail between Sullivan Rd. and the Idaho State Line. As the weather warms, there are beautiful bunches of blooming Iris between Harvard Rd. and Sullivan. Late in the spring you can find wild asparagus growing near the trail just east of Barker Rd. And you'll likely catch sight of some baby ducks and geese in the island area near the Maringo Rd. trailhead.

Summer means the smell of those majestic Ponderosa Pines all along the trail. When you stop for a break and a snack, step close to one and smell it's butterscotch scent along with the profusion of blooming wildflowers. Be sure to pay attention to the frequent acrobatics of kayakers surfing the wave at Flora Rapid. As you get further into downtown Spokane, park your bike in the tony new Kendall Yards neighborhood and hit one of their great pubs, restaurants or galleries. Wednesday night means live music and a terrific farmers' market in the summer.

Fall's colors are brilliant along the trail, when the aspen, vine maple and cottonwood trees make a show of yellow, orange and red. The river will be low, making the banks easy to walk your bike down to the shoreline and dip your feet in the cold water. You'll notice, especially west of Sullivan Rd. that the water is substantially colder than the river's east end. That's because the Spokane aquifer pours icy cold fresh water into the river around Sullivan Road.

Winter is a perfect time to walk on the trail. Fresh snowfall, and quiet, allow for time to reflect on the nine months of cycling you've just enjoyed. You might spot bald eagles and ospreys on the west end near Riverside State Park. I've run across deer and coyotes on that end as well. And don't forget to enjoy the park, especially the Bowl and Pitcher, a dramatic basalt formation along the river.

The Centennial Trail is a jewel in Spokane's crown. Whether you only visit once, or often, like I do, it's always worth taking a few hours to appreciate all that it has to offer.

Miles of beautiful scenery along the river from Idaho to Spokane AND on. Lots of stops and places to explore in each little suburb of Cda to Spokane.

This is a wonderful asset for Spokane--whether you walk, run, or bike, you can complete your exercise on this trail all the way to Idaho

Spokane is so lucky to have the Centennial Trail -- miles of paved trail for cycling, walking or skating. Cyclists can start at different places around the county and ride for great distances. Parts are very rural, parts are in the city, with restaurants and attractions adjacent to the trail. A significant part of the trail follows the Spokane River, known for its beautiful, rushing water. Taking the trail all the way to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, thirty miles away, makes it possible to connect with the amazing trails in that area too.

This lengthy trail along the Spokane River is a perfect path for walking, running and cycling. There are many exits/entrances to the trail which allows a person to customize their exercise length and preferred terrain. The path is wide enough to allow for bi-directional travel and safe passing. The trail is well-used and the majority of the trail is completely separated from automobile traffic. I've used the trail for a number of years and always enjoy the peaceful setting especially in the more rural areas of the trail (specifically the Spokane Valley into northern Idaho).

Loved doing short bike rides along the trail close to downtown, and taking my mother for walks in her wheelchair. Signage as you get farther out is a little spotty and you give up dedicated paths for shared roadway in places.

This trail/walkway is pretty good when it's around downtown Spokane. As it moves away, it's more of a bike trail and not always scenic.

The view in downtown is amazing and the waterfalls were so beautiful from the walkway over them. Great view of them from Anthony's Restaurant as well.

The trails winds past a series of interesting sculptures that introduce you to topics ranging from Spokane history to Spokane's sister city Makhachkala, then past the Gonzaga University campus, and along the Spokane River out to Idaho. It's wonderfully a varied trail, and a great place for a stroll, a long walk or a good bike ride. There are lots of stopping places to sit and catch your breath or enjoy the scenery.

Walk, bike, jog, roller blade, roll your wheel chair etc and enjoy the natural beauty of the Spokane River.

The Centennial has so much to offer. I can't wait until they complete the link from Downtown to Riverside State Park. A gem!

The Centennial Trail is a paved trail that parallels the Spokane River - the scenery is beautiful and is inviting for bicyclists, walkers, skateboarders. It is beautiful. For ambitious people, the Windermere Marathon and Half Marathon is on the Centennial trail.

This trail goes on and on. I ran from my hotel to Gonzaga University and back. I enjoyed every moment of this run. If you are a runner you must try this.

The Centennial trail is a renovated railroad bed that stretches from North Spokane to Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and is over 30 miles long. Bicycles, walking, rollerblading and dog walking are the most popular uses. It winds next to the Spokane River and has benches all along the trail. We love the scenery and the friendly hellos shared!

We went as a group and thought the sites were beautiful. We took lots of great pictures walking through the trails.

Biking, walking, hiking on the Centennial Trail is so peaceful and safe to navigate. We love biking the trail but often times my friends and I just go for walks. Family friendly! People please clean up after your dogs!! There is scat from coyotes along the trail sometimes too. We are fortunate to have such a nice trail in our area. Wish there was trail from Millwood to the damn area.

The Centennial Trail is so nice, we took a long walk and just loved it. It was beautiful being along the river and the sounds make it very relaxing. It is nice to be on a trail wide enough for my husband's wheelchair and I to walk side by side holding hands and not worry about blocking anyone. The chairs along the route were a nice touch also.

This is one of Spokane's amazing stops and to run it down would be a crime.. lol..
most people don't have this in their area so they truly enjoy everything about it. While if you live in the area you might take it for granted. If what you have matches this, your living a lie. Lol. The reason I say that is the fact that this is a one of a kind sight. Stop !! And you will agree that this is a fun stop and trail.
Enjoy, we did.

As Westside Washington residents, we were really taken in by the open, uncrowded, kid- and couple-friendly riverfront. Used to hoards of tourists in Seattle, we enjoyed a relaxing walk. Marveled at turn-of-the-last-century buildings. Colorful marquees. And overall uncrowded coffee shops and pubs with friendly servers. Felt like we'd stepped back in time. An eye-opening experience all around.

A beautiful trail along the river. It's paved, fairly level and easily accessible to foot traffic, joggers or bikes. It follows the river and has eclectic art pieces in areas as well as a famous carousel and other attractions. Definitely a not-to-be- missed area!!

We rode our bikes on a windy Sunday afternoon and enjoyed the views, clear markings, changes in scenery and safe passage through the city. We'll be back.

Any visitor to Spokane should be sure to enjoy our beautiful river and multiple falls. They are spectacular any time of year and bordered by beautiful Riverfront Park.

North end of the trail is very nice ride. Paved. Lots of scenic view spots along the trail and history. Nine mile beach at the end of the trail is a very nice spot.

We love this trail for bike riding in Spokane. Where we ride to Liberty Lake and back. But I've noticed a lot of break in on cars in the parking lots. So make sure to not leave any valuables. Some of the location keep your eyes open for shady characters. If your down by the Monore bridge and Kendell Yard great restaurants but a increasing number of homeless people that do honor the bikers on the trail.

Parts of the trail are beautiful, yet some may seem long with not much to look at. So be sure you choose your area of entry wisely.

We recently moved to Spokane Valley and were looking for a place to walk in the evenings and found the Centennial Trail pretty much right in the middle of town on the edge of the Spokane River. It’s just below the streets and paved. We enter it at the Sullivan rd Park. When walking the trail you can’t hear traffic, it’s just like walking in the woods along a river. I’ve been to Spokane many times over the years and never knew it was there. The trail is 39 miles long we’ve only walked about 10 miles of it and love it! Nice serene place gather your thoughts.

We did a run on the Centennial Trail and really enjoyed the scenery along the river with a beautiful view of the Riverfront Parka and Spokane Falls.

Walk, bike or run the trail... it's incredible. The Kendall Yard restaurants and shops are awesome as well!

On a sunny summer day in Spokane, great paved trail to meander along with many lovely views of the Spokane River. Places to stop and eat or sit, some in shade, some in sun.

This is a beautiful place to stroll. The scenery is beautiful and each time you see something you missed before.

Lovely trail that largely follows the Spokane River through piney forest. Great wayfinding, with reasonably spaced distances between water/restroom stops. Be aware that there are a couple of section that travel for a while along Upriver Road, which google maps marks as protected lane or trail but are in fact on the shoulder of the road. The shoulder is wide, and traffic was not heavy, but note if you're planning on bringing kids or less experienced riders. We left downtown early in the morning and avoided crowds. Road west all the way to Coeur D'Alene …be aware of a couple of on-road detours that aren't well signed on the Idaho side. Also note the section where many retirement communities are located, so there are sometimes many older folks out walking in groups.

This trail is without a doubt the best part of Spokane. Great for walking, skating, boarding, and biking. Bowl and pitcher are exquisite. Further east (toward Idaho) you'll see osprey collect fish in the river and come to Mirabeau Park.
I've been on this trail thousands of times. Aside from the occasional steamy dog pile left by careless owners, I can't think of a better place to enjoy the outdoors.

Lots of trails and some bridges across the river and near some falls. Great walk for unwinding at the end of the day.

It is an a solute must if you come to Spokane..it winds alongside the river for.several miles
..very nice.
.the scenery is beautiful...

Very nice extended hike etc trail winding along the river. Little chilly while we were there but otherwise a real gem.

I have walked this path many times. Actually, I have walked it every time except when I was there in April. From my downtown hotel to Gonzaga University it is the easiest way to get from one to the other. It is a lovely walk with sculptures, a river view, and a bridge (if you cross over to Gonzaga ). The first time I walked this was in January 2017 in the dead of winter and there was snow and ice everywhere but it was so gorgeous. I highly recommend this wonderful way to traverse a unique way to get to know the real Spokane. I had to select November 2017 as it appeared to be the closest to what I described above.

Spokane has done a wonderful job of making the downtown a wonderful walk. We loved walking along and seeing all the walks and bikes.

The trail follows the Spokane clear into Idaho headed East. It also goes West. Do not know how far as I have never been there. The trail is for walkers, runners and people on bikes. No matter what you are doing you are following the beautiful Spokane river.

You can go from spokane half way through idaho spectacular scenery the entire way. Lake views river and forest scenery if you want a short walk or a long distance bike tour this is the way to go love the lake ride great hotels eateries and wildlife at its glory. Eagles bass and salmon deer moose elk and an occassional bear sighting. If you like the outdoors any entry point of the trail is a must. It has all levels to wilderness and family short trips easy and suburban enough for the little ones. One of washingtons and Idahos gems. And during the winter cross country ski use is great with a views that take your breath away.

Great walking trails. Couldn't be more beautiful. Dogs are allowed on leashes and they have bags so you can make sure you clean up.

If you're a serious walker/runner or just enjoy a bit of great scenery on a leisurely outing, Spokane's centennial trail is perfect. It's an easy level walk that goes right through the heart of Spokane and beyond. go as far as you'd like.....fantastic!

The trail is fully paved and runs through Spokane, state parks, waysides and follows the Spokane river. It was fun and safe to bike along meeting friendly people along the way. Be aware a small portion does follow a busy roadway but there is a wide shoulder to follow. Many beautifull sights and vistas to see along the way.

This is a beautiful and long trail whether by foot or bicycle. Carry hornet or bear spray for self defense. There have been some recent safety issues.

Beautiful, fairly flat and well used. Nice biking, walking, jogging and trekking trail between CDA and Spokane. Easy to find.

Park your car and enjoy a relaxing walk along the Spokane river. While the entire trail is not along the river, long stretches are right beside it. Pets on a leash, helmets on cyclers. I still haven't traveled the entire trail, and I live here. You might want to purchase the available map. I did get lost in Millwood when the trail ended, I wasn't sure which surface roads to take to get back on the designated trail.

AWESOME Trail! Paved and mostly without and vehicular traffic. As you ride towards the Idaho border, the West Valley Shopping Centre is immediately adjacent to the trail. Lots of other area trailheads as well. You will have a GREAT biking experience!

Wow, what a great bike trail - well marked, wide, smooth as well as scenic. My husband and I got on the trail during our visit to Spokane. We rode through the city and went approximately 10 miles and could have kept going if time had allowed. We definitely would recommend and look forward to exploring more sections of the trail in the future.

The trail was beautiful and perfect for running and biking. It was well-kept and had some bridges to cross the river. The only reason I didn’t give it a five is because I did encounter some homeless people sleeping and it was a little uncomfortable.

Make sure you wear comfy shoes to walk the trail. A backpack to carry water & snacks would be great to have.

Nice easy walking/multi-use trail. Winds its way through the park where you can enjoy all the sites and the river.

This is a great place to see falls. It is exceptional. The river is beautiful. It is such a great place to walk

The trail follows the river for the vast majority of its meanderings. Perfect for a stroll or if you are competitive in spirit go for a run and run until you can not run anymore.

A very lovely and we'll maintained pathway along the spokane river. My daughter and I walked few miles with baby in stroller. The path is paved so easy to navigate. Very clean,too.

Great for a romantic stroll thru the town. The River is a spectacular feature running thru the town.

Popular venue by the Spokane River, walk, run, bike, and enjoy! Tends to be crowded on weekends. Go early!

This is a long trail with many opportunities to view the Spokane River. Ride bikes, hike or just take a walk. Views, solitude and more. Many points to access the river and parking spots galore. Lock your cars and leave no valuables visible. With all the good comes a little bad. I have been lucky but heard many tales of breaking into cars at various parking lots.

Beautiful area and restful sitting on the patio with family enjoying local wine and the water. Weather was perfect for walking and taking in the sites.

This is such a great trail that is right along the Spokane River in sections. It is well maintained and great for all ages.

Beautiful all year round. Spring time flowers in bloom, summer critters flying around, fall beauty. In the winter slap on the Yak tracks and go for a fun walk on the trail.

The Centennnial Trail in Spokane is great. Miles of paved trail running along the Spokane River, behind the Gonzaga University campus, through downtown and .... so much more! A wonderful way of seeing the diversity of this city! I live in Spokane and am on the trail often - a bonus for me! Park your car at a number of places. Mission Park near the GU campus is a great place to start - you can ride west towards downtown or east along the Spokane River towards Idaho...

On our visit to Spokane, we used the Centennial Trail quite a bit. We love exploring the cities we visit on foot, and this trail allowed us to walk from our riverside hotel to other parts of the valley, especially the stunning Spokane Falls and beyond. And it's just a few steps from the downtown area, so a visitor doesn't really need to rent a car, take a cab in order to see an awful lot of interesting things. And if you're into jogging, multiply this by 100!

Loved this place. We rode our bikes that we loaned out from the red lion we were staying at and it was almost empty.

Enjoyed a nice leisure walk along the river and the falls. Spokane has done a great job in their development along the river.

The trail is a great place for walks or bike rides, family and pet friendly. Have never had any security issues there.

The heart of Spokane and the River. They ripped up the old railroads of what was an industrial area next to the Spokane river. Now it's miles and miles of trail all the way to CDA, Idaho. Hike it, bike or roller blade it!

Many side trails throughout the 37 mile Centennial Trails, great for easy walking to moderate hiking. On the paved areas, its great for road bikes and there are many dirt trails for mountain bikes. Horses are allowed on several areas. Camp grounds are clean and well taken care of and the boat launches are easy access.

Took the short ride over the fall - well worth it. Lovely location. day time visit - not sure what the area is like at night.

This mostly paved 37.5 miles has become an iconic activity for biking, walking, kayaking and roller-blading to name the major activities.

We started this trail from our downtown hotel, the Doubletree. Going east we ran into Gonzaga University. Going west we ran into Riverfront Park and downtown.

Riverfront Park makes the half way point of the trail. Don’t miss seeing the famous Spokane Falls which can be seen from both the trail and park.

If you have time, a walk through Gonzaga University is delightful. By the McCarthy gym is the large statue of Spike the Bulldog. Eight thousand students call Gonzaga home.

At the time of this writing, major renovations and additions were being done along the trail downtown. A detour from the trail is River Park Square mall. The vertical architecture is quite mesmerizing.

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If you're visiting Spokane, this is a wonderful way to see the downtown area. You can walk from Gonzaga University down to the gondola that overlooks the Falls. You may skip the gondola and still get great views of the city. The walking/biking paths are wide, well lit, and can take you to some of Spokane's hidden treasures.

You can actually take the trail from west of downtown all the way to Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. The walk along Riverfront Park is great. Good for bicycling if you want to explore more. If you are a hardcore biker, plan a day to ride the trail out east. Get a map, as it crosses over and you can lose it in a few spots. The water is high in April, big run off so a few spots are flooded out, but you can easily ride or walk around those areas. You can sometimes see bald eagle nests along the river on poles or high trees.

The Trail goes through City of Spokane eastward to the City of Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. For most of the Trail, it follows the Spokane River. Trailheads with parking are located along the route but only some have bathrooms and, most importantly, do NOT leave any valuables in plain sight in your vehicle as break-ins are unfortunately common in the Summer. The Trail is about 10 feet wide and paved with asphalt. It is used mainly by bikes but walkers are prevalent and both users seem to co-exist, although there is always that percentage of bikers that think the Tour d' France race is underway and race speedily along the Trail to the peril of the slower foot traffic. Look up the Trailhead access points on Google or Trip Advisor and Try It.

We visited downtown and really enjoyed walking the Centennial Trail. We took the "Gonzaga loop" from the shopping mall , waterfalls, park area, around the Gonzaga campus, and back. It was about a 2 mile loop, very pleasant. One thing to look out for is that there is just tremendous amount of construction going on in downtown Spokane and that can cause some difficulties in driving but nothing that should deter you from exploring downtown.

I thoroughly enjoyed a 30 mi round trip bike ride from Spokane Valley to Post Falls and back. Trail is well maintained, many peaceful, scenic views of the river along the way, quiet for the most part (one noisy section along the interstate). Centennial Trail is a great place for a long, easy bike ride. Love it!

My boyfriend and I just moved in together and we have access to the trail right outside our back porch. We Bike ride every chance we get. It is so relaxing to take a ride on the trail along the river and super busy on the weekend when it's a nice day!

We use the trail about onece a week spring through fall - usually park near Gonzaga and head into town for dinner or a drink - on our 5 mile route - burn a few calories and then replace them - but a beutiful view while were at it. Really appreciate having this available and the premium space that was used to make in such an awesome way!

A walk along the centennial trail in Spokane was especially nice in March 2017, when the very high water levels made for a really rushing river. So fun to watch, almost mesmerizing.

I lived in Spokane in the early 1990's and rarely took advantage of this trail, but rediscovered it upon a recent visit. Unfortunately, the weather during my visit was in the high 90's, so I couldn't walk along the trail as long as I would have liked, but I did spend a good half hour admiring the Spokane River, and peeking at my old apartment from the opposite bank. When I next have the chance to visit Spokane, I'll be sure to return to the Centennial Trail!

Running through part of downtown Spokane next to the river, this is a beautiful walk. Many people enjoy it for jogging or walking their dogs.

I loved seeing this river up close and personal. There was wildlife in the water and on the banks. It was rushing so loudly that it made it hard to hear others so we enjoyed it without speaking.

The trail along side the river was a peaceful easy stroll. There were bridges allowing you to cross from one side to the other. Observation areas were perfectly located. A perfect way to spend an afternoon.

Historic events are documented along the trail which allows you to learn more about this important river and town.

I am a local Spokanite, born and raised here and have logged hundreds of miles on this beautiful trail! From Riverside State Park running through beautiful Riverfront Park, past Gonzaga University and meandering along the serene Spokane River where you cross bridges, pedal, walk, run, wheelchair, rollerblade through Spokane Valley neighborhoods and continuing to Liberty Lake and beyond all the way through to the end of the trail at Higgins Point on Coeur d'Alene Lake.

Stretching along the Spokane River, this paved trail covers approximately 40 miles, much of it separated from traffic. It eventually connects with the Northern Idaho Centennial Trail, extending the coverage significantly and providing access to some of the most beautiful scenery in this area. Whether you're on foot or riding a bicycle, you'll enjoy the opportunity to get some exercise while taking in beautiful scenery.

Warm summer day. Lots of people out and it just felt good. Close walk to hotel. Plenty of children bathing in fountain.

The whole trail is paved, and there are gentle ups and downs, but no gut-busting climbs. One of my favorite stretches is from Liberty Lake west toward Spokane approx. 10 miles. You are almost always within sight of the Spokane River, and there are several safe places to go swimming. Another favorite section is through River Front Park, where you can get excellent views of Spokane Falls. A third favorite is along Downriver Drive to Riverside State Park, where you can walk across a huge suspension bridge and see 2 basalt formations in the middle of the river named Bowl & Pitcher because of their shapes.

It's a beautiful way to get your exercise and visit with friends while enjoying the scenery on a bright brisk morning!

It seems I'm always near the trail and can jump on it for a lovely walk. Downtown Spokane has the rushing water and lots of folks enjoying the trail plus ice cream in Kendall Yards. West of Argonne it's a little hilly and then behind the Spokane Valley Mall it's near Maribeau Meadows Park, the YMCA, up to the new Providence Medical Building. That part of the Trail has great shade, rabbits, coyotes. Enjoy!

Having lived in Spokane most of my adult life, I have used this trail many times. It can be used for walking, running and bike riding. A lot of the trail follows the beautiful Spokane River. You can even stop off at the Spokane Valley Mall as its right of the trail. The scenery along the trail is gorgeous and you may encounter wildlife and various plant life along the way. So I would definitely recommend this to any outdoor enthusiast visiting Spokane.

We stay in spokane valley for our summer vacation for the last few years. This year I brought my mountain bike as I noticed there was a trail behind the hotel. I wasn't disappointed. I rode several miles towards spokane one day, next day towards the idaho/washington state line, one afternoon took my bike along to the beach at coeur d'lene beach and rode a few miles west on the trail. One of the best vacations in a long time!! Highly recommend!!

Scenic, clean and LOTS of fun options to get off path to explore downtown Spokane or just sit and relax to soak in the beauty. The Sky Lift is worth the ride over the falls downtown.

Great trail paved with concrete, perfect for biking, skating, walking, running, etc. The trail runs for many miles and has beautiful views of Lake Coeur d' Alene. Well worth the "look see."

our park is center of city and lots of restuarants and clubs very clean and safe kid friendly you can hike bike skate all the way to Coeur d'Alene a must visit

This Trail can be started and stopped in so many locations it makes it a perfect day outing. You can walk a short distance or walk for miles. The views and scenery along different parts of the trail are just one reason to choose this trail. Walking or biking, you'll find serenity and a peaceful atmosphere with several stops along the way that will refresh and rejuvenate your mind, soul, and spirit.

One of the best places to go for a run or a bike ride. Lots of places to start and you can run all the way into Idaho. Make sure to pack your own water.

We rode parts of the Centennial Trail both East and west of Spokane oh, and all of it was wonderful. The entire trail is composed of different geographic regions, along both sides of the Spokane River running through downtown Spokane and all the way to the Idaho state line. Some of it is flat, the downtown area is very crowded with lots of bridges. The route on the west of downtown is beautiful, but very hilly and only for folks in good condition! The rest of the trail is suitable for even small children or the elderly. This is a great Trail so we highly recommend it, along with the Route of the Coeur d'Alenes and the Route of the Hiawatha in Idaho next door. We drove 300 miles just to bike these three routes!!!

I always enjoy riding different segments of the trail that runs nearly 75 miles from 9 Mile Falls to Couer d’ Alene Idaho.

There are many trail heads to start your ride from and most of the trail is dedicated to bike and foot traffic with some sections along secondary roads.

Do yourself a favor and explore one of the gems to n the Spokane area.

you can do country, forest or city on this trail. Walk, bike, run, skate, stroller are all options. You do have to cross a few big streets but there are light controlled. Connects parks, wildlife, food and the river is always by your side. Great way to enjoy Spokane

The Centennial Trail is a wonderful asset of Spokane. It’s accessible on many points along the 75+ miles. Beautiful views of the river, varied terrains, remote places, or in the downtown area. Walk, run, scooters, bikes, strollers...all have easy access. Great for families, too. Enjoy!

While visiting Spokane we stumbled upon the Centennial Trail which cuts through the downtown area. The trail has great views of the falls and gives you the feeling of being in an urbane area but within a nature setting. We enjoyed our walk!

This is a very nice paved trail with lots of beautiful landscaping and interesting statues along it. My only complaint was the amount of construction that was taking place on the north side of the river. Technically, the trail on the north side of the river is not part of Centennial Trail, but it does effect one's ability to wander off the trail and explore other things in downtown Spokane.

Even if a lot of it is under construction, the sight is spectacular (and free). A work in progress, but already noteworthy. Imaginative art.

The sound of the rushing river along with the beauty of it is just amazing. The path is paved and very clean.

The trail starts in the woods near 9 mile Falls north of Spokane. It travels over 60 paved miles along the Spokane river through downtown Spokane to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Beautiful place to cycle. A true gem in Spokane and Coeur d'Alene.

There is construction going on in this center city attraction but most of the area is available to walk to overlooks and attractions. Be sure to take the sky ride out over the lower waterfalls. Children will enjoy a merry-go-around housed indoors. The Spokane river is the main attraction with its falls and white water.

Beautiful views and relaxing resting spots are constant on this paved trail along the Spokane river. Peddle over 30 miles from end to end or find a spot in the middle and go either way. Post Falls Idaho to Argonne street in Spokane is one continuous ride. Rapids, rocks and bridges keep the scenery constantly changing.

This was a great suprise to us. In my research of Spokane I somehow missed the falls, but glad we came across it in our walk through the town. It is a very pretty, clean area. To view the entire fall's area you do have to walk down quite a few steps and some slightly steep areas. If you are able, it worth the effort though.

Only walked a portion of this trail. Loved it. Spacious. Neat. Beautiful views. Just loved all the trees and plants and berry bushes along the route.

I love the Centennial Trail and bike or run on it several times a week. It's a great way to see Spokane.

During a business trip I found this a great place to go for a walk. I was there when the river was flowing hard and enjoyed the walk. As a note of caution, there were some sketchy people in the area - there were many homeless in the area.

I love recreation trails and this a world-class one. This beautiful paved trail along the Spokane river and its falls runs lots of miles in both directions from downtown into the suburbs and rural areas of eastern Washington. The Centennial trail will make anyone from a casual walker to a serious cyclist happy. Starting well west of Spokane (Boise on steriods and Missoula x10) the centennial trail cuts directly into downtown Spokane, runs along the breathtaking falls (you can get really wet if you want to) out the east side to the Idaho state line. Then it keeps going - how far depends on you definition: Couer D-Alene at least, and into Montana if you stretch it. Yes there's portion that runs along I-90 and I didn't see it all but if you like walking or cycling recreation for it's own sake, this should be on your bucket list. And if you'll be in Spokane, you really aren't doing it all unless you do some of this. It's as easy or as hard as you want it to be.

Caution: Improvements to the downtown portion are diverting part of this as of April, 2017.

Whether you want to walk, run or bicycle - you will enjoy the scenery of the Centennial Trail. Easy on and off trail heads.

The trail flows through downtown on the north side of the Spokane River. We planned to ride east up river on the trail but weather prevented that from happening. We stayed at the Davenport Grand which had rental bikes and helmets.

We recently discovered the beginning of the Centennial trail in 9 mile falls. All paved, it sits higher than the river but has magnificent views. We've been there twice in the past two days! It's quiet and fairly uncrowded.

The Centennial Trail is a great place for a jog, a walk with the kids, a wonderful place for bike rides without the gravel. There are several photo opportunities along the way.

Beautiful trail to hike or bike or walk your dog along the Spokane River. Trail can be joined in several locations and connects Washington and Idaho. Several detours to enjoy food or beverage along the way.

This is a really nice aspect of Spokane - the trail runs along the river and is big enough to accommodate hikers, runners and bicyclists without interfering with each other too much. Also is a very nice way to get around the town - I took it to walk from my hotel to meetings at WSU. Nice views of the river, convention center and Riverfront Park.

Love the trail for ruding my e bike. Can go as far as Coeur'dalene. Trail is paved and scenery is beautiful. Great for walking, jogging and just being outdoors.

In 2015 and 2016 when I was still working, I would use my lunch hour to take a run through Riverfront Park using the Centennial Trail on the north and south side of the Spokane River. It was a great place to run with lots of great views. I would start at the north entrance of Riverfront Park near the Flour Mill and go east until I got to the Gonzaga U campus where I took the Don Kardong Bridge across to the south side of the Trail. After I got to the area where the Gondola Ride was, I usually got off the Trail and took different streets to get back to my workplace but sometimes would reconnect to the Trail near the northeast end of the Monroe Street Bridge where you can go underneath that bridge and continue on the Centennial Trail through Kendall Yards. If you keep going, you go across the Sandifur Bridge which was built in 2004. The Sandifur Bridge goes across the Spokane River almost at the same spot as the old High Bridge Union Pacific train trestle which was dismantled in 1977. This is my extent of knowledge of the Centennial Trail but there are many more miles I have yet to explore.

I always bring my bike along on business trips and the Centennial Trail was very very pleasing. 96 degrees that day, but felt so connected to the river and the pines

I just started riding my bike again and this was a n ice place to start.
We started out over by the Mirabeau area YMCA and headed west. I hadn't been on a bike in 2 years, so this turned out to be a nice, fairly easy place to start from.
what I really liked were the benches along the path. my rear got tired from the bike seat, so it was nice to be able to sit somewhere comfy, look at the river and drink some water.
We had a great time!

We are so lucky here in Spokane to have the Cenntennial Trail. It's a lovely respite to take a stroll, run or bike. My dog loves it, too.

Stayed 2 nights by the trail at red river inn and hopped on it with my bicycle. Had a wonderful ride along the river. Rode 18 miles and the trail condition was excellent.

Loved walking this trail. Well maintained and at least for the length we walked (mostly by the Falls, Power Plant and Convention Center) had nice views. Have to give the city credit for conceptualizing and implementing this system. Also, just a note - though in a downtown area, we always felt safe walking around - not something you can say about most downtown"ish" walks. Kudos Spokane!

First we walk along the trail to enjoy the beauty and power of the falls. We then got on the gondola to view from above. Beautiful, but great use of nature for electricity.

We found this river mesmerising - the energy was vibrant and we enjoyed the walks along the river and across the bridges. There are Totems to view, too.

The Centennial Trail is the central trail along the Spokane River that offers all kinds of outdoor activities. I personally love to ride my bike on the paved trail and enjoy the scenic river. I also love walk my dog. The trail is long and goes through wooded areas as well as through the city so there is something for everyone.

What a great way to experience Spokane. Walk, bike or skate the paved trail that runs along the river thru Spokane

It's a great place to get away from everything.

Take some time and enjoy the nature in the middle of town.

Was only able to see a small portion due to rain. Would love to take a bike out on this trail. There were runners out despite the weather.

The trail is a gem and stretches into beautiful Idaho. Lots of hidden gems to see along the trail. One thing you should know is to lock your valuables in your trunk BEFORE you get to the parking lot... as many have found out the hard way. Lock your car, leave nothing out to be seen, but do it before you get to the parking lot.

Good way to walk off dinner and watch the river which right now is really roaring. Only bummer was a large number of homeless.

The trail offers miles and miles of trails. Most recent ride I noticed locals driving out to the east at Mile Marking 13 and starting their eastward ride from there.

great views and good exercise combine along the walk. you can veer off into the park and really get some fresh air and see the area.

this trail goes a really long way, but the piece close to downtown is probably most popular. It's so scenic and a great place to walk, run, bike, etc.

The entire trail is many miles, and I haven't ridden the entire thing, but the portion from RIverside Park in Spokane for about 10 miles out is excellent, with beautiful views along the river.

Portions that go through the city of Spokane are not as nice, some of them are along fairly busy roadways and are very hilly. In the city, the signage is not that great, and sometimes it's hard to tell where you are supposed to go.

We like to park at the Mission Park trailhead and go toward Riverfront Park and then on eastward toward Idaho. About 10 miles out and back makes for a nice afternoon ride and seems to hit the best part of the trail.

We were just in the downtown area and walked along this trail it goes along the river when you're downtown nice peaceful and many things to see watch out for the geese other than that just a nice place to spend an afternoon look for the big red wagon it's a cool thing for kids as well as adults

The trail is part of the downtown area and offers a great view of the river, city and park. Other than the many people driving around in Lime Scooter rentals that you must avoid, this is a great way to get exercise and scenery while visiting Spokane.

This is a circular walk consisting of a couple of miles which takes you along the river and over the falls at various points. There are some lovely views along the river as you walk but there aren't many facilities along the path so make sure you go to the loo before you set off. However, there are a couple of places to eat if you're feeling peckish.

For those of you bold enough, when the weather is bad, find your way to the 3rd floor of the Spokane Library for a view of the falls.

Great place to walk, bike, jog, roller blade etc. much of the trail is along scenic spots along the Spokane river. Lots of benches for sitting, resting and just enjoying the view.

Anyone looking to get some exercise and enjoy the views along the river.

The Centennial Trail was right next to our hotel and provided an excellent opportunity for walking or jogging. You see a lot of families out for strolls. The giant Red Wagon is a favorite spot for photographs. There are several waterfalls with good observation platforms.

Great view best place to run/walk I recommend not going solo always run with another person just for safety but it's a great trail during summer and fall. It's an amazing view around fall. Our family loves going there and I love getting our family pictures done there it's beautiful

This trail was a little hard to find from Riverfront Park, but once you got on it it was a great trail. Following the river, it goes through Gonzaga University and winds its way along to the east end of Spokane where you can cross and come back through the urban campus of WSU. Well paved and the view is great!

On a beautiful September day a group of us set out from Spokane and rode 31 miles west. The paved trail passed through a nice residential area, high above the Spokane River. On down the way there were some pretty hilly sections through a pine forest and Riverside State Park. Near a section of the River called The Bowl and Pitcher, we hiked down to the River and found a swinging bridge. We lunched at Sontag Park. All in all a nice ride!

My favorite times walking in Spokane are along the Centennial Trail. I love the views! The Spokane River is so scenic!

This is a beautiful trail and so close to downtown. Also leads to some nice restaurants and areas of Spokane!

it can be a nice trail if it was taken card of. cleaned up once in a while. I wouldn't advice walking it by your self if you don't have to. I would be worried about getting mugged.

The Spokane River has many attractive spots that can only be seen from this trail. Also a great way to get around the city without fighting traffic and searching constantly for parking.

Our family came here for an afternoon walk and had an excellent time. The path was wide enough to use a stroller the entire time and we saw a lot of downtown. There are paths that aren't open to traffic and it was great being able to walk along the town.

There are lots of excellent spots to photograph.

We've done loops that aren't entirely on the trail and other times we've stayed on the trail the whole time. Just depends on where we are going.

If you are looking for a great way to see downtown Spokane and want to take in excellent views I would highly recommend this trail. You can get to lots of places to eat and there are lots of areas to park.

Have walked this trail many times. All around Riverfront out past Gonzaga university, through the heart of Spokane. Absolutely a stunning trail.

Wonderful place to be on a blistering hot day.

Evenings and mornings have different vibes, not to mention a change in the temperature!

Nice walking trials. Good view of downtown and the river! There are some nice restaurants and very bike friendly.

You are in the city, but surrounded by nature and trees. Even though this is a popular trail, you still feel like you are away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

For those not staying at swanky hotels with epic fitness centers, the Centennial trail offers running/walking routes at a variety of lengths that all loop around the river at various points.

While in town over five days, I had many chances to walk portions of the trail. It was never crowded. Early in the morning, joggers and runners are common. Later in the day locals and tourists are using the trail. Most important is that it is clean and well maintained.

You don't need to walk or cycle the entire 37 miles of the Centennial Trail. Just pick a spot to start and walk for a while.

The section that runs through downtown Spokane provides an eclectic mix of environments: parks, river, commercial, residential, urban, suburban. Walk or run or cycle for half of your target distance, then turn around and come back.

Lots to see, and lots of distractions to get you off the trail (if you're interested).

This is a great trail right along side the River. Great for walking or jogging. I've ridden my bike on the trail. A nice time. You will enjoy this trail. Great for begginers.

Nice shaded trail along the river in downtown Spokane. The best part is going west away from the Gonzaga campus. Length is roughly 3 miles round trip.

This trail was close to the KOA we stayed at in Spokane. It was nice to have a trail so close by for running purposes. As a single female running I took safety precautions as usual but never felt unsafe. The only thing that was concerning is that it didnt have a lot of people on it and the trees and grass were easy places for predators to hide.

I often bike on the trail, in different stretches. I always have a great time. I especially love the places where the trail is close to the river. I also walk with my grand kids on the trail. It's a really a nice family activity.

The Centennial Trail was built too commemorate the 100th Birthday of Washington's statehood. It is a paved trail that runs along the Spokane River from Nine Mile Falls to the Idaho state line and beyond. It is a well-maintained paved trail that is excellent for biking, running, and hiking. The scenery along the trail is spectacular and there is easy access all along the river. However when it enters Riverside State Park, a parking permit is required at most lots ($10/day, annual pass is $30). The east side of the trail has many free lots. One other thing should be noted about the trail: it includes some sections (especially through the city of Spokane) that take you on roads shared by cars. However, on most parts of the trail motor vehicles are not allowed.

Great trail running trhough the heart of Spokane. Walk, run, or bike on this wide and celan trail. When we reached Gonzaga University, walked across the bridge to see the beautiful campus. Restrooms were not open in March, but Port o Pots were close to the Visitor Center.

We took a nice 30 mile bike ride out and back from Post Falls towards Spokane, while it was along the river it was also adjacent to the freeway. Apparently, the better section is East of Spokane or along Lake Coeur d'Alene

Love riding all parts of the trial. So many things to look at, it’s beautiful. I have rode a lot of the different locations and my favorite is along CDA river.

Loved the Centennial Trail along the downtown area of Spokane. Not sure when they did the work on all of this as I've been gone from WA for many years but I was really impressed. Beautiful views of the falls, river, big red Wagon Slide, and just a short walk from the Mall and numerous restaurants. Awesome!

I have ridden this many times from start to finish. It is cleaned every spring. There are a few hills on the west end and fairly flat in the Spokane Valley. The new section through downtown Spokane allows 30 miles of paved path with little or no traffic.

The trail is mostly about flat with a few spots that rise 5-10% but mostly easy to walk or ride with plenty of room to ride or walk side by side until you pass someone of come on others coming your way.

Really well laid out trail, with good signage and 'STOP' signs when crossing roads. Right through middle of the city, plus outside.

My wife and I stopped and did a walk on the trail. It was peaceful, saw some different looking birds we were not used to seeing.

I ride the trail at least once a week during good weather. It's very maintained and has no challenging climbs between Spokane and Coeur d'Alene. It rolls by river banks, woodlands, with plenty of rest stops with benches along the way. The only caveat: double check your route before departure because markings are on the path itself and not really big. They can be easily missed. Especially through Post Falls. If you ride a bike, do what I do: carry a loud bell to give walkers with kids plenty of notice.

Enjoy!

We stayed at Oxford Suites, 115 West North because you are right by the Centennial Trail which is right by the Spokane River. However, you can also stay at the Holiday Inn Express which is on a hill right beside Oxford Suites. It is a beautiful building,too. Red Lion is also a hotel in same place.

If you take the trail to the east (left) you are quickly along the powerful river and to Gonzaga University campus which is lovely. We rode the paved trail east over bike bridge, thru neighborhoods, and to damn along Upriver Road to Camp Sekani and back (1.5 hr total casual riding time.) We liked it but would also recommend driving car Upriver Rd and starting bike ride at Camp Sekani, its like a trailhead on the left. That seems to be more rural.

Have fun!!

Best time is Spring, or when they let water back in. Quite dramatic with the multiple drops. Makes interesting walk.

Rode for a couple hours.
Parked by Centerplace in the Valley.
Road east. Enjoyed being so close to the river. Trail is used by all ages. Lots of places to park your car and access the trail.

Camped at Riverside State Park which was quite crowded and the campsites were close together. BUT, it had access to the little suspension bridge over the river that was part of the Centennial Trail and that made it all worth it. The trail branches off in many directions and can take you right into the heart of Spokane if you are willing to go for a very long hike. Beautifully maintained and very well used.

This trail is great for a short stroll or a long bike ride. It connects Gonzaga to downtown. Wonderful time for a family to enjoy some outdoor time together or to get together with friends for a walk, bike ride or run.

Why do adult bikers ride in the pedestrian lane, specifically on Upriver Drive? The bike lane is safe. I seem to be one of the few adult bikers to use the bike lane. Plus, when I walk with my kids in the pedestrian lane, bikers expect us to move out of the way making it unsafe to walk. I can understand kids and parents biking in the pedestrian lane, but not solo adult riders.

This trail has some beautiful views of the river & the falls. Parking was a bit tricky. Some areas were very deserted with questionable characters hanging around. Lots of the areas we were in had closed parts & parts under construction.

I love the Malecon boardwalk in Puerto Vallarta but the Centennial Trail in Spokane gives that a run for it's money. The Centennial trail is gorgeous! It's wide enough for all the foot traffic, it's well maintained, follows alongside the Spokane river right to downtown Spokane. The park's right there with the carousel and gondola rides right over the Spokane River Falls, which were bursting wild! Another difference between Malecon and the Centennial Trail is the Spokane was roasting hot when we visited but it's a nice, dry heat. The Malecon is in Puerto Vallarta was also roasting hot but muggy. I recommend both, but of the two I recommend the Centennial trail slightly more.

Spokane is the mid point of this trail. You can walk or ride it east to Coeur D'Alene or west to a recreation area. It is paved, quite wide, and stays close to the Spokane River. In the downtown Spokane section, it is well landscaped and has bridges that connect it to Riverfront Park.

We have ridden the whole trail on our bikes in chunks. This trail goes from Spokane to CD Idaho. It's a very scenic and challenging trail in spots. It offers many amazing views and fantastic picnic stops.

Nice trails and they keep the area well lit up with lights. The rumbling falls right downtown is nice to see. Well worth a stroll.

If you love the sound of a river, this is definitely a walk you want to take. It's scenic and relaxing.

Currently they are doing ground work in the park, but it was still nice to walk thru and down to the river.

We rode two parts of this wonderful trail. On our way to Seattle, we stayed in Spokane and rode on the Fish lake trail. On our way home, we drove thru Idaho and enjoyed a pleasant ride on the eastern end of this trail. It is well maintained and so smooth. It is located at the Welcome Center Exit 8 on I-90 East.

The Centennial trail has so many sights along the way in Spokane that it makes for a very enjoyable ride, especially on your first visit. There's plenty of places along the way to stop for food and drinks. I wish other cities and towns would adopt something like this.

The downtown section of the trail is gorgeous. RIght alongside the river. The other neat aspect of this trail is that it stretched for miles in either direction. You canhop on and off it when and where you choose. Or take it all the way into Idaho if you want a major excursion.

We parked in the free lot at Mission Park on East Mission Avenue and walked South on the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River. Most of the 40 or so parking spaces were filled when we arrived at 3PM on a fine Spring Saturday afternoon. During the first mile of our walk we passed a camp where about a half-dozen homeless were living, then we passes through an industrial area. No scenery thus far. It wasn't until re crossed the campus of Gonzaga University that the scenery improved. Once we crossed the river on the old railroad tresses the trail passed several corporate buildings and condos, all with manicured landscaping. When we walked around Riverfront Park we encountered crowds of people, and vendors, enjoying some kind of event. We spent some time in Huntington Park marveling at the power and beauty of Spokane Falls. We crossed the river on the North Post Street bridge and made our return; their were some navigation challenges along this stretch involving construction, city streets, and sidewalks. Given the intentional and unintentional detours, our walk ended up being about 6 miles.

This is an experience that you can’t lose in Spokane. Very easy to access in the middle of the downtown and walking distance from the Convention Center. The price is very reasonable ($8 adults). The ride takes around 15 to 20 minutes.

Totally love to go down the trail b hind crispy creme doughnuts, we usually eat some doughnuts and then go for a walk

I stumbled across the trail while wondering around downtown Spokane. The weather was absolutely perfect, but the trail was only minimally populated. Talk about a great way to recharge!

One of the really nice places to walk or exercise in Spokane runs by the Spokane River and has great views whether you are running, cycling, or just out for a walk A must see if you are in Spokane

Nice bike trail also good for walking and hiking. Other than occasional homeless encampments, the trail is pretty well maintained.

Depending on where you access the trail, the Centennial Trail has many different faces for the casual explorer. It follows the Spokane River, so you can explore Riverside State Park, Riverfront Park, Gonzaga University, Kendall Yards,Mirabeau Park, or any location along the way. Or just take a bike and go all the way to Coeur d'Alene.

No matter where you go,the elevation gain is minimal and it is an accessible trail for wheelchairs, strollers, and so on. There are shady areas that will be cool in the heat of summer (Mirabeau area has quite a bit) and sunny spots for winter's cold such as Kendall Yards or Gonzaga. Fall foliage reflected in the river is a treat.

This is a location that works well for a family, a couple or an individual. Generally quite safe and inviting and well traveled by friendly people.

I really liked staying downtown and having this place to visit each morning. Was easy to lose track of time. They have a free wifi all over the place. Really made my trip.

A paved trail that connects Spokane Wa with Coeur D'Alane Id. Bathrooms and benchs are on the path and there are many places to enter the trail. See the color change in the foliage and hear the Canadian Geese in the Spokane River.

This path goes on for miles-it affords wonderful views of the river, falls, bridges and parks. I was really impressed by all the educational signage along the trail, beautiful flowers, artwork and well marked areas for bicycles vs pedestrians. The trail is well used by locals and visitors alike and can make for a cooler and shadier way to make your way through town.

We walked and then rented scooters to go around the trail, some spots are bumpy. Beautiful summer day, enjoyed casual walk to visit the park. People friendly. I would download Lime app to rent scooters, so fun.

While staying at the Red Lion-Division St., I took the opportunity to walk the trail; first up to Gonzaga University, then the other direction to Riverfront Park.Many walkers and joggers.Most of the rail is shady (at least in August). Good quick way to get to downtown Spokane by foot.

If you like to walk, run, ride bikes, roller blade, this one has a very beautiful trail. There are a lot of places you can excess the trail downtown, Gonzaga school, Trent, Argonne, Pines, Sullivan Rd., Barker, which runs along the Spokane River to Idaho and into Coeur d'Alene. The trail is over 20 miles so you may not want to do in one day unless you are on bikes. There a number of spots which has bench's to sit to rest or view the river. Maps, out door toilets, along the trail. You can say one of the better trails to go on.

Spokane is so fortunate to have the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River. Anyone can walk, run, or ride a bike from the Idaho border through downtown Spokane and beyond! There are beautiful scenic views all along the Trail Although it’s easiest to enjoy the Trail during the warmer months, people can traverse it in the winter as well. We are lucky to have this paved path in the Inland Northwest!

Whether you want to ride your bike to Idaho or just take a walk through downtown to Kendall Yards, this trail shows the beauty of the Spokane River and the falls. If you are staying in Spokane downtown it gives you are great place to walk and get some fresh air.

Beautiful! It’s 40 miles of gorgeous scenery with wildlife ranging from moose to marmots, & it’s fun to walk it downtown by River’s Edge Mall, & all the way out to our hotel, the incomparable Oxford Suites in Spokane Valley, where it’s just outside the hotel on the Spokane River: Gorgeous!

We rented bikes and did about a total of 25 miles heading east. The terrain is easy. We stopped at Gonzaga University for a quick look about and a bite to eat. The trail follows the river and is a lovely ride.

Run,walk ,skate, ride bikes the centennial trail is for everyone. Enjoy the miles and miles of absolutely beautiful scenery.

It is an easy walk and you can stroll, bike, or run the trail next to the River and Falls. You can match your length according to how much ground you want to cover by going miles or just a few blocks

Walking, running, bike riding etc are all very welcome here. Much of it is right next to the Spokane River, a we a real local gem

Well paved trail great for nature views and people watching. West of downtown, osprey nests. Walk farther beyond Kendall Yards to see occasional deer and blue heron.
Pausing to try and think of better intra-urban nature trails. OK, Anchorage. Missoula's pretty great. This one, though, is world class due to its breadth: 37 miles in Washington and 23 in Idaho.

This trial is over 40 miles long. It follows the Spokane River so it has areas that are natural, and areas in downtown Spokane that are right by restaurants. The south bank east from the Opera House has several statues of famous people along the way that are interesting to view and read about.

The trail extended for about 20+ miles. Was well maintained, well marked and a delight to ride along the river with little or no obstructions in regard to traffic.

We were staying in the Valley and saw there was a trail near our hotel and ended up going on a wonderful 8 mile walk. Trail is well maintained and easy to find. You can go as far or as short and you like, and the views along the river are wonderful. A must do if you are in the area.

The views you get along the trail and bridges here are wonderful and amazing. The river was fast flowing but it was still wonderful. I recommend if you are in the downtown area you must stop and go for a walk on this trail.

This is such a fantastic city trail. You can get from Coeur d' Alene all the way beyond downtown Spokane. It is great for cycling - the trail is in good condition and kept clean. In many places, there is easy access to the river, or to beautiful rocks to sit on or benches with overlooks.

It's inconsistent, it's interrupted by businesses and private property. It's just not that great. There are some awesome places on it, but as a whole, it seems rumshackle and like not a lot of heart went into its making. Take it for biking, but not for a getaway like Glacier National Park or Lake CDA (for boating).

The trail is a nice way to get away from the city grind and enjoy the Spokane river. It is nice to hike along the trail and enjoy the trees and wildlife.

A friend and I walked on the centennial trail this morning and enjoyed the beauty of the river, trees, and nature that surround the trail. It is pretty amazing a quiet peaceful trail is in the middle of the city.
The trees were a welcome addition with the shade they provided in walking the trail in the heat of the day. A person can walk as far as they want or as short of a hike as they prefer. The trail does cross over the river onto other paved walking trails too.
Enjoy your walk/bike/jog it is Beautiful.

As a previous Spokane local, I frequented this trail as I went for run, took a walk, or biked to work downtown. It takes you along the river and through downtown Spokane. It's the best way to see the city.

Loved our walk around the Spokane River. We spent a couple hours during our trip to Spokane here and it was really a sight to see.

I love this trail. I run and walk on it every time I am in Spokane. We use it to walk between Downtown and the Gonzaga campus and to run with the dog. The dog also gives it high marks.

Came through Spokane for an overnight and I have to say this attraction made the visit! Its quite beautiful walking along the roaring falls and being able to walk over them was pretty cool! This is an easy walk in most places and you can take a Gondola down to the bottom of the Falls as well.

Beautiful views of the river from many angles. Walk the Downtown portion, it is the prettiest.
Do be careful of the homeless people at dusk and into the evening.

Rode the trail this summer great ride from spokane to CDA and back. Great views and very serene route

The trail offers a very scenic and relaxing way to get some exercise. Walking along the river and other sights was very peaceful, it's a easy walk and an easy way to get around.

We love the Trail. We ride our bikes on it frequently The ability to ride with no fear of being hit by a car is fantastic. The beauty of the countryside along the trail takes your breath away. It is great to see cyclist of all ages out in the great clean air of the Pacific NW.

The idea that this trail crosses into Idaho was enough to keep me exploring this beautifully maintained public trail. The fact that I noticed the locals using it as as means to ride to work and school, for exercise or just for the pleasure of taking a stroll in the evening or mornings speaks volumes of how good planning truly benefits all citizens. A+ goes to the City of Spokane for excellent planning of public space that includes art and history.

Spokane River + Centennial Trail = LOTS OF FUN! It expands into two states, features spectacular scenery and an infinite number of awesome photo ops. During spring run off this year, there were parts of the trail washed out by the river so do use caution. The Spokane River is no joke and the water is super powerful and moves fast... so if you see an area like the pic I posted, go around the water or just turn around and go back.

I took many walks along the Centennial Trail during my week in Spokane. Everything from the public art to the Spokane Falls made it a lovely spot to meander. It's a great bike trail as well, stretching well beyond the city limits.

Walk along the Centennial Trail along the river and enjoy the stroll, the sculptures, the historical plaques, and the river beauty.

You get to walk through and enjoy so many beautiful vistas that it so worth going to check everything out.

This was a great place to take some pictures and very relaxing something to look at there was unbelievable amounts of water running at this time of the year great time to come and take a look at it yes it is accessible by a wheelchair

As I live and work near different sections of the trail, I'm on it nearly every day. It is well planned, fairly well maintained (much of it is being patched and crack-sealed this year), and has some of the best urban river scenery anywhere. Downtown through Riverfront Park it is now a bit disjointed due to construction, which will continue for several years. The segment from Mp 26 north along Pettet Drive is closed for construction of a large wastewater tank and rebuild of the street. Otherwise, the trail is uninterrupted for 60 miles, counting both Idaho and Washington segments. Slopes are generally gentle; though the northwest 11 miles have several steeper grades. Photos are of the Spokane River west of Harvard Road, and the view east toward downtown from The Kendall Yards part of the trail.

I tried navagating my way around Spokane from one side of the river to the other but found much construction with many chain link fences blocking access. It was difficult but has potential once the projects are finished. The rapids are spectacular, and this part of the city is very naturalistic!

I biked about 28 miles of this trail into Idaho and through downtown Spokane. It's unfortunate that Idaho and Washington act like each other don't exist regarding trail information. The first part into Idaho and last roughly 4 miles of Washington are along I-90 and not that exciting. Some of the Spokane Valley sections are poorly marked along roadway, some with and some without marked bike lane. It's all very rideable for an adult and provides an incredible variety of scenery along the river. For somebody from out of town, finding information about the trail and where to park is very difficult. If planning a visit, order a map ahead of time.

OK, although I'm aware that this trail is 37 miles long, I have only enjoyed the part closest to downtown, but on many occasions. I work close to the trail downtown, so it is easy for me to take a nature walk in the beginning or middle of the day. I like the fact that you can get exercise, see nature, and stay out as little or as long as you want!

If you start downtown, you can take a leisure walk among the shaded areas by the Convention Center ... nice to visit on a hot day. Then if the weather isn't too hot, you can easily go east toward Idaho and walk alongside the University District of Spokane, which has really grown during the past 10 years. I love walking over by Gonzaga, where you can quite often see students/athletes in their finest form!

Once you walk the trail, I'll bet you $10 bucks that you will find another place you want to explore just from what you see on the trail! There are several places to stop and eat, although not on the trail itself, just fairly close to it. There is much to see; it is safe during the daytime (I cannot speak for night); but there is currently a lot of construction going on around Riverside Park (west from the Convention Center), which is not so scenic at the moment. You can also start at Kendall Yards (across Monroe Street from downtown) and walk west, and see the river and all that is going on there. If you want to find out what is happening in Spokane, viewing it from the Centennial Trail is a great idea.

For the new year, one of my goals is to walk from Spokane to the Valley and back, then work my way up to walking from Spokane to Coeur d'Alene, or as far as I can go (and back) in one day.

For more information about Spokane, please see my other reviews.

This trail which used to be the railroad line makes for a great bike ride. You can go as short or as long as you are able. We love the section between Post Falls and Coeur d'Alene. It weaves along the river and has some hills but not bad.

I stayed at a hotel in Spokane Valley and the trail was next to the trail. I brought my running gear and spent a beautiful morning running along the river

I stayed at the Courtyard by the river, so it was easy access to the pathway. Area is clean and the trees, grass, flowers and bushes are really beautiful along with the Spokane River. The convention center, hotels and condos in the area are all well kept, so that is a plus. Many geese along the river, so you can hear them if you have windows open or as you walk on the trail.

Awesome for hiking, running & cycling just 10 minutes upstream from downtown. Just need a state discovery pass to visit which you can purchase there.

The small portion of the trail we experienced was very scenic and worth the walk around and near the Spokane Falls.

We love to walk along the river in Spokane. There are several places where the trail allows this. The trail also goes through downtown Spokane.

walked along river nice fall day. Little windy but sun was shinning. Walked our dogs met bicyclists, skateboarders, runners other walkers and stopped and enjoyed the river and kids trying to fish. Very pleasant.

Spokane has the exquisite bike paths and walking/running trail fit for every age. We ride our bikes from the valley to downtown enjoying the beautiful scenery and there's almost always a nice breeze anytime.

Like most biking/jogging/walking/exercising trails, this offers lots of opportunities for exercising outdoors. Much of the trail goes along the Spokane River and gives nice views of the river in a very peaceful setting. Some short sections of the trail go along streets and aren't recommended for biking or walking because the path along the streets are quite narrow, but the areas along the river, which is most of the trail is really nice. Come-on Spokane splurge and fix the portions along the streets to complete a great trail!!

We rode our bikes from downtown to the Idaho border. It was 23 miles one-way. The trail starting downtown does go through streets for the first 10 miles or so. Once on the trail you follow along the river. Lots of bikers and walkers. very nice

we really enjoy the scenery of spokane and area. including the centennial trail area by the river. we have walked around there many times now.

When I visit Spokane, a walk along the Centennial Trail is my favorite way to stretch my too-long-in-the-car legs. The trail from Kendall Yards westward is my favorite segment to breath fresh air and enjoy spectacular views of the Spokane River.