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Iller Creek Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 291 Google reviews · Running trail in Spokane Valley, Washington · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Iller Creek Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendlyHillyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Kid-friendly and dog-friendly hiking area with scenic views.

What runners say about Iller Creek Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (291 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“This hike is beautiful, and there are several options for distance once you get to the area of the Rocks of Sharon.”

🌳 shaded & cool 3 mentions

“I recommend taking the path to your right to start because as you ascend it will be in the shade and keep you much cooler as you are fighting for your life going up the hill.”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“Plenty of people out enjoying it for dog walking and disc golfing.”

One of my favorite hiking places near Spokane Valley. The easy access, good elevation gain, fair mileage, and great scenery have made this my go-to hike for over 20 years. There are lots of people who frequent the trail, so expect to see other groups.

★★★★★ — Adam , Aug 2020

This is one of my favorite trails of all times. I have already done two hikes this week. The whole loop is 5.4miles. Takes up to 3hrs depending on your pace. I would rate this as a moderate hike. It has so much cover that you don’t feel too much heat on a hot day. The views at the Rocks of Sharon viewpoint are amazing.

★★★★★ — Chris , May 2023

Nice loop trail through forested trails. Western section of trail in shade. Eastern portion of trail in the sun. Popular with mountain bikers and dog owners. Rocks of Sharon provide a beautiful view of surrounding farm land. There are several climbing routes on the larger rocks.

★★★★★ — Christian , Jul 2023

One of the best hikes in the Spokane Valley area. It’s a good hike for hikers of most experience levels, and the views from the Rocks of Sharon and Tower Mountain are absolutely awesome. They’ve improved the parking a bit for the trailhead in Ponderosa, but it’s still best to carpool if possible.

★★★★★ — Matt , Jun 2021

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 20 mentions

“It’s a good hike for hikers of most experience levels, and the views from the Rocks of Sharon and Tower Mountain are absolutely awesome.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 7 mentions

“I recommend taking the path to your right to start because as you ascend it will be in the shade and keep you much cooler as you are fighting for your life going up the hill.”

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🔁 Loop trail 6 mentions

“As you descend back around the loop, it will be much more open to the elements and sun.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 6 mentions

“My friends and I (including a dog) took this trail and it took us 2.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“They’ve improved the parking a bit for the trailhead in Ponderosa, but it’s still best to carpool if possible.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“I recommend taking the path to your right to start because as you ascend it will be in the shade and keep you much cooler as you are fighting for your life going up the hill.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“There is a portable restroom at the trailhead.”

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Plan your run at Iller Creek Trailhead

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitespokanecounty.org

Hours

Monday 7 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–7 PM
Thursday 7 AM–7 PM
Friday 7 AM–7 PM
Saturday 7 AM–7 PM
Sunday 7 AM–7 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Iller Creek Trailhead

E Rockcrest Ln, Spokane Valley, WA 99206

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.