Boulder Beach – Spokane River loop from Millwood

Boulder Beach – Spokane River loop from Millwood

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Boulder Beach – Spokane River loop from Millwood

02:09

49.7km

200m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 29, 2026

Tips

The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 7.55 km for 294 m

After 18.5 km for 514 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.70 km

Minnehaha Rocks

Highlight • Climb

Minnehaha Rocks are a set of towering rocks that are just outside of the parking lot of John C. Shields Park. These rocks are a popular, easily accessible rock climbing destination. They can also be a fun area for scrambling and exploring without technical climbing gear.

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11.3 km

Spokane River Centennial Trail (East Mission Ave. to North Greene Street)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Spokane River Centennial Trail is a 37-mile paved pathway in eastern Washington, stretching from Nine Mile Falls to the Idaho border. Designed for pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles, this section passes through downtown Spokane along the river. This is a great way to both get around Spokane or get out of down and explore the surrounding area by bike.

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21.3 km

Boulder Beach

Highlight • Beach

Named for a set of boulders near the parking area, this sandy public beach sits just off the Spokane River Centennial Trail. There's no entry fee, which makes this a particularly great spot to park your bike and take a dip — but remember that you're on a moving river with a definite current, so take appropriate precautions if you decide to swim. This is also a popular put-in for kayakers.

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26.7 km

Spokane River

Highlight • River

You gain fantastic views of the crystal clear waters of the Spokane River from the bridge. With the backdrop of woodland and hills, it is truly stunning.

Here you may see various bird species such as ducks, herons, and bald eagles, as well as small mammals like squirrels and rabbits.

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27.6 km

Myrtle Point

Highlight • River

This scenic bend in the river can be experienced from the paved Centennial Trail or one of the many off-road spur trails that take you closer to the water on the south side of the river.

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