Riverside State Park
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 465-5064
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 4
Fire restriction Burn Ban - Level 1Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Partial closure Part of the Park is Closed9/13 update: Several areas in Riverside have reopened as of Aug. 28. Please note: Potable water is not available in the Nine Mile Recreation Area, so… (more)
9/13 update: Several areas in Riverside have reopened as of Aug. 28. Please note: Potable water is not available in the Nine Mile Recreation Area, so bring water with you. View a map of what's open here. Please respect all park closures and signage. Closures are in place for everyone’s safety. Closure updates, park conditions and recovery efforts will be posted on the Riverside Wildfire Recovery page here.
Posted by the park 2026-08-01. Official alert
Partial closure Part of the Park is ClosedStarting Tue 10/13, the St. George Trail will be closed while the DNR works on a 136 acre forest health project. This project is expected to take… (more)
Starting Tue 10/13, the St. George Trail will be closed while the DNR works on a 136 acre forest health project. This project is expected to take several months.
Posted by the park 2026-10-09. Official alert
Alert NotificationStarting Monday, August 31, 7 Mile Rd will be closed between 9 Mile Rd(Hwy 291) and the 7 Mile bridge for sewer installation at the Sundance Meadows… (more)
Starting Monday, August 31, 7 Mile Rd will be closed between 9 Mile Rd(Hwy 291) and the 7 Mile bridge for sewer installation at the Sundance Meadows Development. This work is expected to be completed at the end of October. Park locations unaffected by fire closures west of the Spokane River remain open but must be accessed using the detour. For the most current information about this project, please visit Spokane County's project page: This Week | Travel Impacts
Posted by the park 2026-07-09. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 8,735 acres, Riverside State Park lies in Spokane County, about 7 miles northwest of Spokane.
The park supports rock climbing, off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, mountain biking, and canoeing and kayaking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8:00 a.m. - Dusk
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash • Pets are prohibited
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Campground and cabins
The campground has standard, partial- and full-hookup campsites, one dump station and two restrooms (both with showers). The maximum site length is 45 feet. There is one pull through site. There are two group sites for tents only. Partial-hookup campsites and the dump station close for the winter season. Learn more about seasonal operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
For a unique and more comfortable stay, there are two cabins that can accommodate a maximum of five people each. The cabins are 20-by-20, ADA-compliant and open year-round.
Bowl and Pitcher campground reservations
Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Showers, Trash Service, Trailer Dump
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Riverside Cabinshttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/riverside-state-park/riverside-cabins
Rentals: Riverside Cabins
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingCanoeing and kayakingMountain bikingOff-highway vehiclesRock climbingSwimmingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Trail Rides | — | — | Pacific Northwest Guided Trail Rides offers year-round guided horseback rides through Riverside State Park. If you're seeking a quiet and peaceful activity with some amazing scenery, consider booking a one-, two- or three-hour tour. To learn more and reserve a time, visit their website or Facebook page. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Equestrian Area
The Equestrian Area is 500 acres with nine miles of trails designated for horses and hikers only. These trails easily connect to the larger network of mixed-use trails within the park that equestrians can use. The area also features an obstacle course, a 60-foot round pen and an arena with an announcer stand. The Equestrian Campground is open seasonally from Apr. 1 to Oct. 31 and the day-use area is open from Mar. 1 to Dec. 15 weather dependent. The arena is reservable from May 1 through Oct. 15 for groups of 25 people or less. Make a reservation online.
If you are looking to bring your horses along for a camping adventure, the Equestrian Area has standard and partial-hookup campsites. Each campsite has a corral. There are two restrooms but no showers. There is also a kitchen shelter with electricity.
Equestrian Area campground reservations
Guided Trail Rides
Pacific Northwest Guided Trail Rides offers year-round guided horseback rides through Riverside State Park. If you're seeking a quiet and peaceful activity with some amazing scenery, consider booking a one-, two- or three-hour tour. To learn more and reserve a time, visit their website or Facebook page.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Visitor center
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible trails
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, ADA Boat Launch, Accessible Parking, Accessible Trails
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Horses Allowed
Little Spokane River Natural Area rules
The following activities are prohibited in the Little Spokane River Natural Area:
- Pets are prohibited
- Use of bicycles
- Alcohol consumption
- Horseback riding
- Use of motorized boats
- Swimming in the Little Spokane River
- Use of inner tubes or similar floatation devices
To protect the resource, hikers must always remain on established trails.For more information, visit our Rules and Regulations page.
Winter Schedule
Getting there
- Address
- 9711 W Charles Road
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026 - Nearest town
- Spokane — about 7 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.7508, -117.5326
- Phone
- (509) 465-5064
- Riverside@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: PapagorgioLookOutSpotSpokane.jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), T85cr1ft19m1n
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology