Spokane Falls in Washington Will Soon Be Surrounded by Beautiful Fall Colors

Spokane's famous slogan is "Near nature, near perfect." And given its close proximity to so much rugged nature, like Riverside State Park and the Dishman Hills Natural Area, we think the slogan is quite accurate. This beautiful city even has a waterfall flowing right through it, and in just a few weeks, it's going to be incredibly colorful there. In fact, you'll want to plan a visit to Spokane Falls when the foliage has reached its peak. Here's why.

Spokane Falls is the name of the waterfall and dam on the Spokane River, which flows right through town. This spot was once the site of a large Spokane people village. The natives referred to it as Stluputqu, which means swift water.

Spokane Falls consists of an upper and a lower waterfall. For about half the year, the area looks like this ...

... but soon, it's going to look like this.

Spokane Falls happens to be a fantastic spot for viewing the area's fall foliage. You can take in the views from the Monroe Street Bridge or Kendall Yards.

The Numerica Skyride, also known as the Spokane Gondola, offers an up-close-and-personal look at the rich autumn hues. The ride is approximately 20 minutes and offers breathtaking views—it's the perfect fall activity. The deciduous trees turning orange, yellow, and brown are something you won't want to miss.

"Near nature, near perfect" is clearly the ideal slogan for the city of Spokane. It's a great place to visit in any season, but there's truly something special about an autumn trip.

Have you ever been to Spokane in the fall? What are your favorite autumn activities in this Washington city? Let me know by filling out this nomination form. I'd love to hear from you. And if you are searching for even more places to visit in the autumn months, check out our list featuring a few favorites. Each one is beautiful and makes for the perfect fall day trip or weekend getaway.