First Day Hike - Snowshoe to the Summit

Participants will snowshoe past the Bald Knob Picnic Shelter to the historic stone Vista House located at 5,883 feet – the highest point of Mount Spokane. If weather permits, participants will have views of the Cabinet Mountains in Montana, Selkirk Crest in North Idaho, and nearby lakes. Roundtrip, this hike will be approximately 3.5 miles. Snacks will be provided at the trailhead. Participants can also purchase hot drinks and snacks at the Vista House.

THINGS TO BRING: Snowshoes, waterproof or water-resistant boots, gators or waterproof pants, trekking poles, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks and water.

WHERE TO MEET: Meet in the Lower Selkirk parking lot. Address for the Mount Spokane State Park office is 26107 N Mount Spokane Park Dr, Mead, WA 99021. From the park office the parking area is approximately 3.1 miles up the mountain.

RESTRICTIONS: No dogs allowed on this snowshoe hike.

While January 1st is a Discover Pass Free Day, it does not apply to Sno-Parks. A Daily Sno-Park Permit($25) or Seasonal Sno-Park permit($50) is required and can be purchased at the Mount Spokane State Park office/kiosk.

Host or Publisher Washington State Parks