Manito Park Spokane

Manito Park has a feel and spirit all of its own. In fact “Manito” means “Spirit of Nature” in the local native language. Spokane loves its parks, visits them often and appreciates the near nature lifestyle they provide us. Manito is one of Spokane’s most enjoyed parks for strolling, picnicking and appreciating the greens and flowers. The “green thumbs” of Manito keep the flower beds immaculate, the greenhouse overflowing, the swans fed and the perfume of roses in the air. No wonder every year thousands of visitors to the Inland Northwest visit this 90 acre park and enjoy its beauty and natural attractions.

The park is one of only a few in the nation with such a diverse horticultural display. If you like gardens, flowers and plants, don’t miss Manito Park. The 90 acre park is full of trails, winding roads, and scenic views.

Duck Pond – every great park has a pond where feeding the ducks is a memory etched in every child’s mind. Bring some bread and treat both the ducks and your kids. The duck pond is often a starting point for families at Manito, as children and adults enjoy the varied bird populations.

Park Bench Cafe – a delightful little café in the park where lunch is served.

Manito Park Spokane Hours:

4:00 AM to 11:00 PM in the summer and 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM winter.
Admission: FREE!
Location: see regional map for location just south of the main downtown (click)

You can expect to find at Manito Park Spokane:

Gaiser Conservatory -contains large tropical plants and beautiful flowering displays. These displays are arranged to provide a colorful show of flowers during all seasons of the year and are open to the public free of charge.

Duncan Garden - just south of the conservatory, is a classical European Renaissance style garden comprising three acres and highlighted by a large granite fountain.

Rose Hill - features over 1,500 bushes and 150 varieties of roses. As an 'All American Rose Selections' test garden, Rose Hill has become one of the primary horticultural attractions in the Spokane region

Nishinomiya Japanese Garden - symbolizes the friendship of Spokane, Washington, for its sister city, Nishinomiya, Japan. A classic Japanese style garden, it provides a peaceful respite and is a Spokane favorite.

Joel E. Ferris Perennial Garden - just north of the conservatory, is on a gentle sloping green with a fine example of the variety of textures, colors, and flowers that are provided by perennial plants.

Lilac Garden – showcases the flower that makes Spokane the “Lilac City”.

Picnic Shelter – offers a shady place for lunch or a quick retreat from lunch in the rain due to one of our very infrequent but still formable thunder storms!




Manito Park
1702 S. Grand Blvd
17th Ave. & Grand Blvd
Spokane Wa
http://www.spokaneparks.org