Drive: ~45 min
Highlight photo: Numerica SkyRide
Stops:
- Riverfront Park (Spokane)
- Playground time
- Numerica SkyRide
- Spokane Falls (viewpoints are within Riverfront Park)
- Coeur d’Alene City Park & Beach
- Lakefront beach and sand play
Morning (Spokane):
- Riverfront Park playground time (carousel or gondola if desired).
- Numerica SkyRide (if open)
- Quick walk along the Spokane River and the falls viewpoint.
Midday (drive to Coeur d’Alene):
- Depart late morning; aim to arrive before lunch.
- Lunch in downtown Coeur d’Alene (walkable to the lakefront).
Afternoon (CDA lakefront):
- City Park & Beach for sand/water play.
- Fort Sherman playground
- Tubbs Hill Nature Trails (short loop option) if kids have energy.
- Optional: Coeur d’Alene Resort Boardwalk for a scenic stroll.
Evening:
- Easy dinner near the hotel.
- Sunset walk by the marina.
Kid-friendly notes:
- Keep a picnic/snack bag handy for the park and beach.
- Pack swim gear + towels in a day bag.
Drive legs (approx, includes +20% buffer):
- Spokane → Coeur d’Alene: ~45 min
Stay: Tru by Hilton Spokane Valley (Spokane Valley)
Notes / Ideas to Refine
- SkyRide note: In summer it can close for heat/wind; check day-of status on the official site or by calling Riverfront Spokane (509-625-6600).