State Parks Near Spokane, Washington

13 state park units lie within 50 miles of Spokane, including 5 parks across the line in Idaho. The closest is Riverside State Park, about 7 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Riverside State Park7 mi northwest
Within 25 miles
3of 13 within 50 mi
With camping
92 with cabins
Dog-friendly
9pets allowed

State parks near Spokane, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Spokane; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Riverside State Park

    7 miles northwest · Nine Mile Falls, Washington · State Park

    4 alertsCampingCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoatingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Riverside State Park →

  2. Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail

    18 miles east · Liberty Lake, Washington · State Park Trail

    4 alertsDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoatingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail →

  3. Mount Spokane State Park

    23 miles northeast · Mead, Washington · State Park

    2 alertsCampingDogs allowedHikingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Mount Spokane State Park →

  4. Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site

    30 miles south · Rosalia, Washington · State Park Heritage Site

    3 alertsDogs allowed$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site →

  5. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East

    31 miles south · Cheney, Washington · State Park Trail

    4 alertsCampingDogs allowedHikingFishingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East →

  6. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail West

    31 miles south · Cheney, Washington · State Park Trail

    3 alertsCampingDogs allowedHikingFishingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail West →

  7. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail

    31 miles south · Cheney, Washington · State Park Trail

    5 alertsCampingDogs allowedHikingFishingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail →

  8. Coeur d’Alene Parkway

    35 miles east · Coeur d'Alene, Idaho · Parkway

    1 alertHikingFishingBoating

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  9. Heyburn State Park

    38 miles southeast · Plummer, Idaho · State Park

    1 alertCampingCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  10. Farragut State Park

    43 miles northeast · Athol, Idaho · State Park

    1 alertCampingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

    Hours, fees and rules for Farragut State Park →

  11. Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes

    43 miles east · Coeur d'Alene, Idaho · State Trail

    CampingHikingFishing

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  12. Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site

    44 miles south · Whitman, Washington · State Park Heritage Site

    2 alertsDogs allowedHikingAccessible features$10 per day

    Hours, fees and rules for Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site →

  13. McCroskey State Park

    47 miles southeast · Plummer, Idaho · State Park

    CampingHiking

    Hours, fees and rules for McCroskey State Park →

Best picks by activity

Camping near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Campground listed
  2. Mount Spokane State Park 23 mi northeast · Campground listed
  3. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East 31 mi south · Campground listed
  4. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail West 31 mi south · Campground listed
  5. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail 31 mi south · Campground listed

+ 4 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Heyburn State Park 38 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail 18 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
  3. Mount Spokane State Park 23 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  4. Steptoe Battlefield State Park Heritage Site 30 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
  5. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East 31 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules

+ 4 more in the list above

Swimming near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail 18 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Heyburn State Park 38 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Farragut State Park 43 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  2. Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail 18 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  3. Mount Spokane State Park 23 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East 31 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  5. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail West 31 mi south · Hiking trails listed

+ 7 more in the list above

Fishing near Spokane

  1. Riverside State Park 7 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  2. Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail 18 mi east · Fishing listed
  3. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East 31 mi south · Fishing listed
  4. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail West 31 mi south · Fishing listed
  5. Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail 31 mi south · Fishing listed

+ 4 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Spokane

What is the closest state park to Spokane?

Riverside State Park is the closest, about 7 miles northwest of Spokane in a straight line. Next are Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail and Mount Spokane State Park.

How many state parks are near Spokane?

13 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Spokane have camping?

9 parks list camping, the nearest being Riverside State Park, Mount Spokane State Park and Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail East. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Spokane?

Yes, at 9 parks, including Riverside State Park, Spokane River Centennial State Park Trail and Mount Spokane State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Spokane?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.