スティーブンス郡のおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

A well-paved trail guides you to this spot. Within the vicinity, you'll discover several lookouts, each offering breathtaking views of the Nine Mile Dam.

This spot goes by Nine Mile Dam and by Nine Mile Falls. The dam was built on a waterfall in 1908, which created Nine Mile Reservoir. The dam and ten cottages that surround the dam were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. The cottages were built as housing for the employees of the dam when the area around the dam was still a relatively remote place. The overlook of Nine Mile Falls is a popular stop for visitors in Riverside State Park and you can expect to see other hikers on your trip.

The Spokane River Centennial Trail starts out of Nine Mile Recreation Area and follows near the Spokane River for 40 miles to the Idaho border. This section out of Nine Mile is paved and easy to follow. The trail is open to hikers, bikers, and other non-motorized travelers.

When you reach the summit, you are treated to a spectacular view! Columbia Plateau to the south, Kettle Range to the west, and the Selkirks to the east. You can still find remains of the once manned lookout that used to stand here. Demolished in the 1960s, it only lasted a decade.

A healthy riparian and wetland habitat at low elevation is actually quite rare in Eastern Washington and Pend Oreille County. This area provides many declining wildlife species, such Townsend's big-eared bat, northern goshawk, western toad, Columbia spotted frog, and pygmy whitefish with a favorable habitat.

Little Pend Oreille River provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the flora and Fauna of the area. As well as several great views of Calispell Peak. With patience, planning, and if you are fortunate, you might have the privilege of sighting the elusive river otter.

About halfway through the trail, you will find a viewing platform. Take a look at Lake Thomas, part of the chain of lakes. Then extend your sight towards Thomas and Green Mountains off in the distance.

Named after an early trapper in the area, Frater lake provides excellent summer and winter Sno-Park recreation opportunities. 11 acres and 15 feet (4.57 m) deep lake, you can enjoy great fishing in any season, but motorized boat are not allowed.