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Deep Creek Canyon First Day Hike
There are currently no future events scheduled.
Led by Park Staff and volunteers, participants will hike to the overlook of the Deep Creek Canyon before descending to the Spokane River Centennial Trail to cross the Deep Creek bridge. Participants will then climb the first leg of the Deep Creek Interpretive trail as they make their way back to the trailhead. Snacks will be provided at the trailhead. Discover Pass is not required on January 1st.
Name of Trail: 400, Spokane River Centennial Trail, and 25
Length of Hike: 1.5 miles
Where to Meet: Deep Creek Trailhead, at the terminus of N State Park Dr, approximately 1/3 mile north after taking a right-hand turn off W Seven Mile Rd.
Is this Hike for Beginners? No
Suggested minimum age of children to attend: 8 years old
ADA Accessible? No
Stroller Accessible? No
Are leashed dogs allowed? Yes
Restrictions: Dogs are welcome on this hike but must be on leash at all times.
Registration Required: Yes, registration will be through Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-day-hike-deep-creek-canyon-tickets-1045068898207
Things to bring: Weather dependent: hiking boots, shoe traction cleats (yaktrax or other), waterproof or water-resistant boots, sunglasses, sunscreen, snowshoes, gators or waterproof pants. Trekking poles highly recommended.
Cancellation Information: Sarah Page, 509-570-4134, sarah.page@parks.wa.gov
Related events
29 May
Volunteer Event - Riverside State Park - Trail Maintenance
Thursday, May 29th: 9AM-2PM - Riverside State Park - Deep Creek Interpretive Trail - Trail Brushing & Tread MaintenanceJoin us to improve the Deep Creek Interpretive Trail near Nine Mile Falls, WA. We will meet at Carlson Trailhead and hike down the Centennial Trail to where the Deep Ck. Interpretive Trail crosses the Centennial (about 1/2 mile from Carlson TH). From here, we will leapfrog one another and hike the entire interpretive loop (about 1.5 mi.) with handsaws, loppers, and brushcutters to remove encroaching vegetation from the trail. The trail is steep in sections with loose rock.
31 May
Volunteer Event - Riverside State Park - Trail Maintenance
Saturday, May 31st: 9AM-2PM - Riverside State Park - Deep Creek Interpretive Trail - Trail Brushing & Tread MaintenanceJoin us to improve the Deep Creek Interpretive Trail near Nine Mile Falls, WA. We will meet at Carlson Trailhead and hike down the Centennial Trail to where the Deep Ck. Interpretive Trail crosses the Centennial (about 1/2 mile from Carlson TH). From here, we will leapfrog one another and hike the entire interpretive loop (about 1.5 mi.) with tread tools to smooth uneven tread and install drainage. We will also carry loppers and handsaws to brush any encroaching vegetation. The trail is steep in sections with loose rock.
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