Better Trails Coming to Spokane's Antoine Peak

Hikers take note: better trails and improved access are on the horizon for Antoine Peak. A popular outdoor destination for local residents as well as a critical wildlife habitat on the northern edge of the Spokane Valley, the Antoine Peak Conservation Area was recently protected from development by Spokane County.

Now, Spokane County Parks and WTA are teaming up to improve and expand the existing trail system for hiking, biking and horseback riding. WTA is getting ready to break ground this spring, and trail work is expected to continue through 2017. WTA colunteers are crucial for making the Antoine Peak Public Access Plan, which also includes a new trailhead parking area on the west side, a reality. Work at Antoine Peak is possible in part thanks to a NOVA grant awared to Spokane County by the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Funding Board.

This article originally appeared in the Mar+Apr 2016 issue of Washington Trails magazine. Support trails as a member WTA to get your one-year subscription to the magazine.