Absolutely stunning - must do if you are in the area. I could not believe this was a free park with…read moreso much to see and explore. Lucky residents and visitors! They have lots of areas to explore including a massive rose garden, manicured and sculpted gardens, green house, and Japanese gardens. Plan to spend at least 2 hours here to take it all in. Parking - plenty of free parking in lots surrounding the gardens.

This is a gorgeous park and botanical garden bustling with people and butterflies and life!…read moreWe stopped here to have some lunch under the covered picnic area and were surrounded by green grass and the sound of children playing at the nearby playground. There was a cool breeze through the canopies on a very warm day and garbage cans to dispose of our leftovers. When we stumbled upon the gorgeous flower gardens, I could not believe it. There were multiple gardeners working outside of the conservatory and although it was closed, I can't imagine that there was anything more beautiful inside than what we saw outside. We were able to sit over at the benches and rally enjoy the fountain and manicured flowers. There was a large, veryrude family that did come through who wanted to scream at their kids and then try to take photographs in front of the flowers like a happy family. Then allow their smaller children to stomp through the flowers and scream loudly while they stared at their phones. And there were of course at least two young ladies posing for "the gram" that picked flowers and made obnoxious gestures in ridiculously skimpy clothes... I guess those types of things can't be helped these days and they are no reflection on the garden itself, just be prepared for your peace to be interrupted. We also made a quick stop at the Rose garden which I did not find to be quite as beautiful but smelled lovely... There were just too many bugs and it was there were just too many bugs and it was far too warm to spend much time there. If I lived closer to this park, I would come everyday to listen to the sound of the fountain and appreciate the beauty of the topiaries and flowers and I would recommend a stop here for anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature.

Seems clean enough. The play structure and ninja course are pretty cool. Staff was super nice…read more I wish it didn't have a two hour minimum, I wish it was only one hour. It cost me about 50 bucks for two kids and two hours on a Saturday. I made my kids stay the two hours because it cost so much. Tip, I think fifth graders are a tad too old for this place. I would say it's better for nine or younger. Another tip, unlike the last kids play place at the valley mall, you can't drop your kids off, regardless of age. So if your plan is to drop them off so you can walk the mall, that's not the case. (I'm not complaining, just warning) Overall, we had a good experience and it was nice the kids had a place to run around. Also, maybe this is unsafe, but I love that the staff didn't bark at them to quit running like they do in some indoor play places.

Good news first: the play equipment is very fun and engaging for all ages (even this "old kid") …read more There are designated areas for 4 and under though beware, this is not enforced. Don't expect the equivalent of a "lifeguard" or other such staff to supervise your child. But if you're even half a parent, you'll be watching your child anyway. The party package pricing is comparable to similar venues such as Flying Squirrel, etc. (which means not cheap - but you'll pay similar anywhere) The reason for only 2 stars is lack of organization and poor communication. When we arrived for my granddaughter's party, were told we had 2 hours (which we knew) but they added, "no worries on time, kids usually are worn out and ready to leave in hour and a half" After that, it was all on us to organize the time (how long to play, how long to eat, how long to play more before cake/gift opening, etc etc) We were halfway through last part (gift opening) when suddenly I was told "you have 5 minutes to get out or you'll charged a late fee" WT actual Hell??? Where was THAT speech as we were checking in? We had to grab and dash and finish the party in the freaking food court! I did Flying Squirrel last year and that place was MUCH more organized. They assign you a concierge who guides you through how long you have for each segment of the party. We play was a fun experience up until that whole bum's rush bit at the end. If they're going to watch the clock on you they should tell you that up front (and give guidance to ensure no one party segment runs too long so upset the ones that follow) I Will not be using them again

A nice little get away within the city to explore nature…read more I stopped here for a little walk after having breakfast nearby. There are trails that are marked and a sign at the beginning pointing out the routes you can take. I only explored for a mile or so, but it was a perfect little get away. I came across many families that were coming to a small playground area for their toddlers or families that were hiking the overall easy pathways with their children. A pretty, perfect little escape for a quick, overall easy hike. I'd recommend!

We live near Dishman Hills. Took my kids there often and they loved it. Our grandkids also enjoyed…read moreclimbing rocks and looking at plants just like their aunt and uncle did. It was a great help on those really restless days. It's an incredibly beautiful place with many great views and lots of options.

My family highly enjoys this park. It has a basketball court, splash pad, big kid playground,…read moretoddler playground, swings, plenty of grassy area for just hanging out, and some really cool outdoor fireplaces. There is a cute coffee shop across the street. And in the summer they have concerts at the park!

One of our favorite parks in Spokane. It's the perfect place for a play date and in the summer…read moremonths it boasts a great splash pad. Picnic tables, shade from the enormous pines, two playgrounds, basketball, and the aforementioned splash pad make it a great place to spend the afternoon.

All the wonderful adventures at this park!! We love the different trails, the different parks, the…read morefestivals that take place here, the access to so many other things. Riverfront is so beautiful in all the seasons and a great place to walk around, bike around, run around as an individual or group.

Such a cool place to walk around. The river is impressive. Everything is clean and feels safe to…read morewalk around. A must see.

My sister had her Pride wedding here and it was beyond amazing! The gazebo was big enough to hold…read morethe entire crew. I didn't get a chance to see the rest of the park due to the fact that I was her Maid of Honor and it was drizzling outside. I loved the fact that the gazebo was so large. The wedding was fantastic and the reception immediately after went off without a hitch. On my next visit I hope to see more of the park!

Mission Park is a 13 acre park very conveniently located walking distance from Gonzaga University…read moreand the heart of the Logan neighborhood. If you find yourself on campus and looking for a more kid friendly area (aka slides and splash pads) I would recommend a walk on down to the park! It has a large bank of tennis courts (with evening play available due to the lights!). It also has a pool! Many times when I've been here there is some kind of swimming competition occurring in the pool. Last time I stopped by they had some new fitness play equipment for adults. I have an interest in unique playground equipment so I thought this was pretty cool considering the retirement facility located right on the edge of the park. You can grab picnic supplies at the nearby Safeway or takeout from the nearby Thai restaurant and enjoy the beautiful summer weather in Spokane. I frequently see people picnicking here. One really important part of Mission Park that I must mention is the memorial to Otto Zehm. He was a mentally-ill man killed by the Spokane police in 2006. The simple memorial was placed in 2012 as part of a settlement with the city of Spokane. As a community it is important to remember the legacy of Otto Zehm and I think a visit to this memorial is an important visit for any local or tourist.

Fun and easy to follow. Ended up running through places I would otherwise never have seen.read more

When you visit Centennial Trail you'll be rewarded with some lovely views, especially of the area…read moreon Spokane's west side. Tip: While there are some beautiful things to see, and the terrain here isn't particularly difficult, the signage is really bad so it's very easy to get lost :-( The trails here are good for hiking, running, and evening bike riding!  As I didn't bring my bike on the first visit I'm not quite sure how far you can go on the trail, but I'd love to find out sometime :-)