Pullman Parks:


Kruegel Park

Located on Pioneer Hill this park features a tennis court, baseball field and nice area to picnic with family and friends that has tables and a cook out shelter.

Lawson Gardens

Located on Pioneer Hill situated in a cozy swale amidst quiet residential neighborhoods you will find Pullman’s premier formal garden complex. Gerald Lawson, local farmer, donated 11 acres of land and development funds for this beautiful garden to the City of Pullman in 1985. Oriented around a large reflecting pool and gazebo, seasonal plantings of colorful annuals accent the walkways and terraced lawns. This is a popular location for summer and fall weddings.

Reaney Park

Located at the base of College Hill. The outdoor city pool is located at this park. It also includes playground equipment, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, spray pole, gazebo and restrooms.

Sunnyside Park

Located on Sunnyside Hill the park features two tennis courts, playground, picnic shelter, ball diamond, two ponds, rented garden plots, and restrooms.

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Day Trips, Things to Do:


Garnet Digging at the Emerald Creek Garnet Area, approximately 32 miles south of St. Maries Idaho; Open Memorial Day and closes Tuesday following Labor Day. Hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, St. Joe Ranger District 208-245-2531

Kamiak Butte County Park, located 10 miles north of Pullman on HWY 27 the butte rises 3, 641 feet high and offers shaded picnic areas 4 large shelters and playground, campgrounds and breathtaking view of the Palouse. There is a one-mile steep, switchback-hiking trail to the crest. Call 509-397-6238 for information.

Boyer Park, 22 miles SW of Pullman, brings the best of the Snake River to visitors with swimming, boating and camping. The 40-acre site has a boat marina, restaurant, motel, bike trail, swimming beach, tent & RV campground, dressing rooms with showers and laundry facilities. Open year round, 509-397-3208.

Klemgard Park, 14 miles west of Pullman. Open daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM the park caters to large group activities. Volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, playground a field for soccer plus hiking trails. Wheel chair accessible except hiking trails. Day use only, 509-397-6238.

Palouse Falls State Park is a hidden oasis for the visitor. A drive to the falls takes you off the beaten path to an unbelievable view of the falls that cascade 198 feet into a round salt-rock canyon. The falls are unique because they emerge from the channeled Scablands of SE Washington, an arid landscape. The park features hiking trails, picnic tables, restrooms, and 10 sites for overnight camping. 80 miles west of Pullman. For information call 509-549-3551.

Steptoe Butte State Park rises 3,618 feet into the sky and offers another spectacular view of the Palouse. Drive or hike the 3.1 miles to the top of the butte. Located 12 miles N of Colfax on HWY 195. For information call 509-549-3551.

Wawawai County Park, adjacent to the Snake River, has a picnic shelter especially for large groups, as well as many individual tables with sun shelters. There are hiking trails, barbecue stands, bird watching facility, playground and 9 campsites. Wheelchair accessible except for hiking trails. The quiet cove of water with its small is a perfect place for children to play. For information call 509 397-6238.

The Chipman Trail. Whether you like to walk, ride your bike or roller blade, you will spend a fun day traveling this trail, once in Moscow grab a bite to eat at the Palouse Mall before returning to Pullman.

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