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Iller Creek Loop

The Iller Creek Loop at Dishman Hills Conservation Area near Spokane, Washington is a difficult 4.8-mile loop trail that features sweeping views and granite monoliths, called the Rocks of Sharon.

The hike begins shrouded in ponderosa pines, but quickly ascends above the forest to panoramic views of the Washington Palouse, Spokane Valley, and Selkirk Mountains.

Rocks of Sharon / Big Rock - Mile 2.4
Around mile 2.4, hikers will reach "Big Rock" labeled on the official park map - this rock is also known as the Rocks of Sharon. Here, hikers get a south-facing view.

Also please see the official Dishman Hills Conservancy trail map for Iller Creek here.

Parking
Hikers will find parking at the coordinates provided near the trailhead.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.

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Know Before You Go

  • Iller Creek Loop is a challenging 4.8-mile hike in Spokane, WA, within the Dishman Hills Conservation Area.
  • The trail offers diverse scenery, transitioning from ponderosa pine forests to panoramic views of the Palouse, Spokane Valley, and Selkirk Mountains.
  • A major highlight is the "Rocks of Sharon" (Big Rock) around mile 2.4, providing a south-facing vista.
Interactive topographic map for Iller Creek Loop located in Spokane, WA. Click the "View Map" button to load GPS coordinates and trail markers.
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Distance
4.8 mi
Difficulty
Hard
Type
Loop
Est. Time
2.4 hrs
Elev. Gain
1,261'
Rating
0.0
Added
February 18, 2022
Updated
February 18, 2022

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Total Change
1,125'
Ascent
1,261'
Descent
1,253'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    47.601818, -117.281621
  2. Main Trailhead

    47.60183, -117.281799

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Rockfalls, Ledges, or Scrambles

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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