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Minnehaha Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 768 Google reviews · Running trail in Spokane, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Minnehaha Park'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.
39-acre green space with a playground, picnic tables, hiking/biking trails & a baseball diamond.
What runners say about Minnehaha Park
“Beautiful if you like to feel like you're in the woods but in the middle of the city lots of wildlife and hiking trails.”
Went there and ate some food we picked up on Halloween night. Walked around and took some pics. It's defintely got a spooky vibe at night. We didn't hear any laughing, but strange occurances. There was a red flashing toy right in front of the buildings door that never stopped blinking..
Beautiful if you like to feel like you're in the woods but in the middle of the city lots of wildlife and hiking trails. You see him, he is in the very center.
Very cool historic park in the east side of Spokane, at the foot of Beacon Hill. An awesome historic granite field house has public restrooms. Old tennis courts and playground. Parking, big open lawn space. I think there’s a ball field with backstop.
A very convenient park for long walks. I was pleased with the clear navigation, as well as the presence of drinking fountains, which is a great help on hot days. The area is well-groomed, there are many places for photos. An ideal place for relaxation and inspiration.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful if you like to feel like you're in the woods but in the middle of the city lots of wildlife and hiking trails.”
“The tennis ball court is very run down and there are no working restrooms.”
“Very cool historic park in the east side of Spokane, at the foot of Beacon Hill.”
“Also a dog who ignored us and made a straight shot to the tree line, then to the playground, then left.”
“There is parking on the East side of the park.”
“I was pleased with the clear navigation, as well as the presence of drinking fountains, which is a great help on hot days.”
Plan your run at Minnehaha Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemy.spokanecity.org
- Phone+1 509-755-2489
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–11 pm |
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