Glenrose Cliffs Hike

The initial climb moves through a wooded area, up the side of a hill. After about a half mile of climbing, hikers are rewarded with a sweeping vista of downtown Spokane and some nice cross-winds to cool down. Evidence of large animals is evident on both sides of the trail, as well as some man-made "features" along the way.Once you have reached the top of the first hill, take the trail that splits off at a 90-degree angle and head toward Spokane Valley. This is an old four-wheeler track. Watch for a singletrack trail that cuts off to the left. This trail was recently rerouted by dedicated volunteers from the Spokane Mountaineers. (As of June, 2017)The singletrack then cuts across a side hill, moving downward. The singletrack with switchbacks moves partway down into a ravine and then leads back out onto a fairly well-developed logging road that leads to the second viewpoint - a sweeping, grassy hillside overlooking the Dishman-Mica area and to the south and east of town.As you near the end of the open area, a small post indicates "Cliff Trails" to the right. Continue on this logging road until the trail moves back into singletrack.Once on singletrack again, the trail twists and turns along the face of a hillside with rocky outcroppings and more views of the West Valley and Dishman Mica areas.At the trail terminus, there are plenty or large rocks to use for seating and a breather. At the bottom of this cliff, another singletrack is visible. This trail connects (NOT legally) with the trail system in the Dishman Hills Natural Area but is on private property.Since this is an out-and-back, once you've rested at the sign that says "Trail End," it's time to pack up and head back.