SPOKANE, Wash.-- After days of not-so-summery weather, things are heating up in the Inland Northwest.
Temperatures rose into the 90s on Monday and the same is expected Tuesday.
It’s the kind of heat that will make you want to go to the beach. That’s why we compiled a list of ways to cool off around the Inland Northwest.
SPOKANE RIVER
One of the best parts about the Inland Northwest in the summer is all the waterways to cool down in. The Spokane River is free to enjoy and there are lots of ways to do so.
You can kayak or raft on the rougher parts of the river, or relax and enjoy the scenery while floating in an inner tube. If you don’t have the equipment, there are a few places like Fun Unlimited who rent equipment out on the river.
AREA LAKES
Another option for keeping cool is to swim and recreate around our area lakes. Liberty Lake and Lake Coeur d’Alene have area beaches that allow easy access to the water, plus hiking trails nearby to explore before going for a dip.
TUBBS HILL RECREATION
Tubbs Hill on Lake Coeur d’Alene is great for hiking, swimming or cliff-jumping. There are a couple different paths to take on the hill, so whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just out for a leisurely stroll, Tubbs Hill is a great way to make the best of the Inland Northwest.
SPLASH PADS
Sometimes keeping an eye on the little ones is the primary concern, while still trying to beat the heat. Splash pads are a great way to do both. You can find splash pads at each of these parks:
• Audubon Park
3405 N. Milton Ave. (W. Northwest Blvd. & N. Audubon)
• Carson Park
5701 N. Assembly
• Chief Garry Park
2515 E. Sinto Ave. (Mission Ave. & Cook St.)
• Coeur d'Alene Park
2195 W. 2nd Ave. (W. 4th Ave. & S. Chestnut)
• Franklin Park
302 W. Queen Ave. (Queen Ave. & Division St.)
• Friendship Park
631 E. Greta (Greta Ave. & Standard St.)
• Glass Park
627 E. Heroy Ave. (Heroy Ave. & Cincinnati St.)
• Grandview Park
17th Ave. & “D” St.
• Manito Park
Upper Manito (E 25th & S Tekoa Ave)
• Pacific Park
5211 W. Lowell Ave.
• Thornton Murphy Park
3105 E. 27th Ave.
• Shadle Park
Longfellow & Elm
• Underhill Park
2910 E. Hartson Ave
• McEuen Park
420 E. Front St., Coeur d’Alene, ID
SILVERWOOD BOULDER BEACH
Last but not least is Silverwood’s Boulder Beach Water Park. Float the lazy river, get carried away by one of the two wave pools or ride any of the five medium to high intensity water attractions.
