The best parks & outdoor spots in Spokane

4 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Coeur d'Alene Park

Parks & Outdoors

Coeur d'Alene Park keeps summer simple with a splash area for the kiddos, solid play equipment, and BBQ spots for easy weeknight grilling.…

2195 W 2nd Ave

“Coeur d'Alene Park keeps summer simple with a splash area for the kiddos, solid play equipment, and BBQ spots for easy weeknight grilling. Grab a blanket, rally some friends, and make it your low-stress hangout this week when you need fresh air without leaving the neighborhood.”

From the Spokane newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Thornton Murphy Park

Parks & Outdoors

Thornton Murphy Park nails the family trifecta with a splash pad for the littles, play equipment for the climbers, and a basketball court…

3105 E 27th Ave

“Thornton Murphy Park nails the family trifecta with a splash pad for the littles, play equipment for the climbers, and a basketball court when someone calls next. Grab a picnic table, let the kids burn energy, and pretend your jump shot is still there.”

From the Spokane newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Prairie View Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

This week, Prairie View Community Park is the easy choice for Spokane sanity, with an aquatic facility for splashy afternoons plus…

3724 E 61st Ave

“This week, Prairie View Community Park is the easy choice for Spokane sanity, with an aquatic facility for splashy afternoons plus pickleball and sand volleyball courts, a climbing wall, a real-deal playground, and paved trails that turn kid zoomies into bedtime.”

From the Spokane newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Glass Park

Parks & Outdoors

Glass Park is that easy neighborhood win when you need quick kid energy-burn and low-stress hangout time. Expect cooling play on hot…

627 E Heroy Ave

“Glass Park is that easy neighborhood win when you need quick kid energy-burn and low-stress hangout time.”

From the Spokane newsletter, August 27, 2026

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