If you live in the Inland Northwest you are all too familiar with the massive draw this region has for skiers and snowboarders, snowshoers and snowmobilers. But maybe you don’t…
Author: Nspire Magazine
Every spring, I get excited to see how many of our 15ish-year-old iris bulbs bloom in the bed next to our driveway. These beauties seem to come back stronger every…
Closest city to the trailhead:Avery, IdahoAverage distance of hike:1.5 to 2.0 miles, round trip.Why do you recommend it?If you are looking for a challenging, unique and way off-the-beaten path hike…
Closest city to the trailhead:Burns, IdahoAverage distance of hike:1.5 miles round-tripWhy do you recommend it?North Idaho has many beautiful waterfalls, and two of them, Upper and Lower Snow Creek Falls,…
Your legs tremble and knees feel unsteady. Your heart thumps hard and fast. You have no control over any of this, which is perfectly normal. You are, after all, standing…
Closest city to the trailhead:Nordman, IdahoAverage distance of hike:A 1-mile loop follows the creek/falls area then into the cedar grove.Why do you recommend it? It is a serene forest with…
Closest city to the trailhead:Babb, MontanaAverage distance of hike:4.2 miles round trip.Why do you recommend it?It’s a fairly easy hike that’s family friendly with a big payoff of spectacular scenery,…
Closest city to the trailhead:Spokane, WashingtonAverage distance of hike:7.6 mile loopWhy do you recommend it?The beautiful view of Spokane!What was most noteworthy?If you are looking for a workout, the 1660’…
Closest City to Trailhead: Metaline Falls, Washington.Average distance of hike:1 mile round tripWhy do you recommend it?If you are seeking an easy off-the -beaten-path hike that includes a stunning multi-tiered…
Closest city to the trailhead:Spokane, WashingtonAverage distance of hike:2.1 mile loopWhy do you recommend it?Unique Basalt rock formations make up the Bowl and Pitcher area. On my hike we crossed…