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Morning Light at Manito

Start your day with the quiet beauty of Manito Park’s formal gardens before the crowds arrive, then refuel with a local coffee nearby.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:57

    Manito Park

    Walk the Duncan Gardens near the greenhouse. Arriving early ensures you see the formal plantings in the best light and have the space to yourself.

  2. 18:27

    The Park Bench

    Grab a coffee and a seat at The Park Bench. It is just a short walk from the park entrance and opens at 08:00, perfect for settling in before the day gets busy.

  3. 18:57

    Cannon Hill Park

    Head to Cannon Hill Park for the view. As the golden light peaks around 18:57, this spot offers a clear perspective of the park’s landscape without the long walk to the river.

Local tip

The Duncan Gardens are open until dusk. If you stay late, the lighting changes quickly, so keep an eye on the sky.

Check before you go

  • The Park Bench is open daily from 08:00 to 19:00.
  • Duncan Gardens are open until dusk.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Spokane (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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