Upcoming with the Spokane Mountaineers
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Public Events
| Start | Event Registration Name | Activity Group | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 10:00 AM | Mountain Biking @ Schweizer Mountain | Mountain Biking | Intermediate-Advanced mountain bike ride of Schweitzer flow trails. Meet at mid-mountain roundabout. This will be an intermediate pace on blue trails with less than 2k' of climbing. |
| 7/1/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Flying L to Glenrose | Hiking | The club's Wednesday Night Hike series are a great way to get to know us. Guests are welcome to come along, take a hike, meet some of our members, and learn more about us This hike in the Dishman Hills Conservation Area starts on the Flying L trail at the Phillips Creek Trailhead. It will be an approximate 5 mile lollipop.Meeting/starting place: Phillips Creek Trailhead Leader: Gayle BenderGood things to know: 1. Be prepared to maintain a brisk/steady pace with minimal stops. 2. Pack whatever food and hydration you’ll need for 5 miles of steady hiking. 3. Dogs on leash are welcome |
| 7/8/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Bald Knob to Vista House | Hiking | The club's Wednesday Night Hike series are a great way to get to know us. Guests are welcome to come along, take a hike, meet some of our members, and learn more about our club's great opportunities. Let's get high (in elevation, that is) for this typically hot part of summer. This Wed Night Hike is approx 5.7 miles RT with 787 verts of gain. It's an out-and-back starting at Bald Knob Picnic Area in Mt. Spokane State Park and ending at Vista House (elevation 5865). We'll stop at the Vista House for a short rest/snack break and then hike back down. Sunset is 8:48 so expect to keep a moderate steady pace of 2-2.5 MPH with short breaks. Bring a headlamp. Socialized leashed dogs welcome. The moondust on portions of this trail can burn paws in hot weather - bring booties. Pack out dog waste. Hiking kids welcome with parent. Bathrooms at trailhead and privy at Vista House. Route info on Gaia: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=16.0/-117.1140/47.9225&pubLink=8FdlE4p6hZB6kjl2GGNFn71I&routeId=34230976-c0f9-48aa-b24f-0433b0f612a3 Cancellations: Smoke, excessive heat, or wind will cancel. |
| 7/15/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Antoine Necklace | Hiking | The club's Wednesday Night Hike series are a great way to get to know us. Guests are welcome to come along, take a hike, meet some of our members, and learn more about us. This is a 5.7-mile hike with 833 ft elevation gain. Most of the time we'll be in the trees, lots of beautiful views. |
| 7/20/2026 6:30 PM | July GMM - Meet the Mountaineers - Uprise Brewing Co. | Clubwide | Trails, Tales, & Ales: Show Off Our Club! 🍻⛰️Hey Mountaineers! It is time to gather the crew, grab a pint, and show Spokane what our amazing community is all about. We are hosting a vibrant "Meet the Mountaineers" social, and we need your friendly faces there to welcome the public!The Game PlanWhat: Meet the Mountaineers Public SocialWhen: Monday, July 20thTime: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMWhere: Uprise Brewing Co. (617 N Ash St, Spokane, WA) - Kendall YardsVibe: Casual, high-energy, and completely kid-friendly!Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It)Pack the House: Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and anyone curious about the outdoors.Talk Trails: Share your epic summit stories, favorite backpacking loops, and wild wildlife encounters.Be an Ambassador: Wear your favorite club tee or hat, and help newcomers see why they belong here.Support Local: Enjoy Uprise’s awesome craft brews, great food, and family-friendly atmosphere.Spread the Word!This is our chance to inspire the next generation of hikers, climbers, and conservationists. Let's fill the brewery with great energy, swap some training tips, and help our community grow.See you all there with your favorite adventure crew in tow! |
| 7/29/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Day Mountain | Hiking | The club's Wednesday Night Hike series are a great way to get to know us. Guests are welcome to come along, take a hike, meet some of our members, and learn more about our club's great opportunities. Meet at Mt. Spokane State Park Bald Knob Parking Lot/Picnic Area for this 6 mile 550 ft vertical gain hike. We will start on Trail 130, then Kit Carson trail to Smith Gap, then 160 for a hot minute before jumping back on 130 to the summit of Day Mountain. Plan on a short break for BYO trail dinner. This trail is well maintained and has gads of huckleberry bushes and a nice view at the summit.Leashed dogs welcome - if it will be very hot on this day, bring booties as the moondust on the beginning of trail 130 gets very hot.Kid friendly hike.Full bathroom at trailhead and privy at Smith Gap.Smoke, high winds, or excessive heat will cancel.Select "Follow" in upper right (on PC only) to stay informed about updates.Gaia GPS Route InfoMap to Parking Lot |
| 8/4/2026 5:00 PM | Drop-In Cllimbing | Climbing | Drop-in top-roped climbing at Minnehaha Rocks. Bring a rope and anchor making gear if you have it. |
| 8/5/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Horse & Quartz Mountains | Hiking | The club's Wednesday Night Hike series are a great way to get to know us. Guests are welcome to come along, take a hike, meet some of our members, and learn more about our club's great opportunities. Enjoy beautiful views from Horse & Quartz Mountains on Mount Spokane. We'll meet at the Selkirk Lodge in Mount Spokane State Park, and hike on XC trails as well as single track through the forest to reach a couple of the best viewpoints in the park. We'll stop for a snack break on Horse Mountain, so bring some munchies. About 5 miles with a fairly easy elevation gain of 600 feet. Leaders Wendy & Chuck Huber. |
| 8/26/2026 5:45 PM | Wed Night Hike - Eagle Crest Mt. Spokane | Hiking | Meet at Mt. Spokane State Park Selkirk Lodge (Nordic Ski Area) for this 3.8 mile 630 ft vertical gain hike. We will hike on the wide Nordic trails to Nova Hut then take the "black" Eagle Crest XC trail up to a nice viewpoint and then return back on a different set of Nordic trails. Plan on a short break for BYO trail dinner. Leashed dogs welcome. Kid friendly hike. Privy at Trailhead and at Nova Hut. Smoke, high winds, or excessive heat will cancel. Select "Follow" in upper right (on PC only) to stay informed about updates. Gaia GPS Route InfoMap to Parking Area |
| 9/21/2026 6:30 PM | September General Membership Meeting - Chic Burge - History of SMI | Clubwide | Chic Burge, our Historian and SMI member for over 33 years will take us through the deep and intriguing history of the Spokane Mountaineers since initiation in 1915 as a Woman's only Walking Club. |
| 9/30/2026 5:15 PM | Wed Night Hike - RSP Larch Grove | Hiking | Meet at Bowl & Pitcher Parking Lot for this short 3 mile 300 ft vertical gain out-and-back hike to seek out the hidden Golden Larch grove. We will start earlier than typical for Wed night hikes due to sunset at 6:30. Optional community dinner at Fieldhouse Pizza & Pub after the hike. Leashed dogs welcome. Kid friendly hike. Privy at Trailhead and along route. Smoke, high winds, or excessive heat will cancel. Select "Follow" in upper right (on PC only) to stay informed about updates. Gaia GPS Route InfoMap to Parking Area |
| 10/19/2026 6:30 PM | October General Membership Meeting | Clubwide | Stay Tuned. |
| 11/16/2026 6:30 PM | November General Membership Meeting - Spokane Nordic Ski Association | Clubwide | SNSA Presentation |
| 12/21/2026 6:30 PM | December General Membership Meeting | Clubwide | Stay Tuned. |
Adventure Highlights
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