Idaho State Parks Near Coeur d'Alene

The parkway links several waterfront parks and public access points along Lake Coeur d'Alene, making it one of the city’s most popular recreation corridors. It is especially known for its family-friendly paved trail, picnic spots, and sunset views over the lake.

Centennial Trail State Park is a long, paved recreational trail that links Spokane and communities to the east with river views, parks, and urban access points. It is especially popular with cyclists, runners, commuters, and families looking for a flat, accessible outdoor route.

Riverside State Park is one of Washington’s largest state parks, known for its river corridors, pine forests, and dramatic basalt landscapes. Visitors come for camping, boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and winter sports, all within easy reach of Spokane.

Round Lake State Park offers a small, scenic lake surrounded by cedar and pine forest, making it a popular day-use destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The park is known for its calm water, beach area, picnic facilities, and relaxed atmosphere close to the Idaho–Washington border.

Mount Spokane State Park spans rugged ridges, dense pine and fir forests, and the 5,883-foot summit of Mount Spokane. It is one of Washington’s largest state parks and a favorite destination for hiking, biking, skiing, and panoramic overlooks.

Columbia Plateau Trail State Park stretches for miles through the Palouse, offering a remote, low-traffic experience on a converted railroad grade. Its broad views, wildlife habitat, and access points near several communities make it popular with cyclists, hikers, and equestrians.