Spokane and the Scablands

A September snowstorm that dumped two feet of snow in southern Alberta resulted in avoiding travel through the Crowsnest Pass. Heading south to catch I90, the snow left us, although there was plenty of crisp mountain air. 

Highway 15 driving south of Lethbridge

The snow is left behind in Helena. 

Continuing to I90 and then west to Coure  d’Alene, Idaho took us through some spectacular scenery. This prairie girl however, does not enjoy driving down the mountain (actually riding as ALL the driving is done by Lynn).  I am sure the floor in the truck is getting weaker from my feet pushing against it.  Black Island RV Park was a lovely place to spend the night.  This is a locally owned park with very responsive owners and excellent facilities.  

A first RV repair was handled by our dealer CamAm RV, Winnipeg. CanAm arranged for a new furnace (a major repair) to be installed by Click RV in Spokane. 5 out of 5 stars is awarded to both dealers for competent, efficient and professional service.  What do you do in a US city while your rv is being repaired?  Shop!  Spokane provided a fun filled day of shopping at some of my favourite places. I stepped into Trader Joes to buy some Everything Bagel seasoning. A sprinkle of this dresses up a plain bagel to an everything. Delicious!! And it was a bit longer than a step in. 

Cooler temperatures were left behind in favour of some fall camping at Sun Lakes Dry Falls Campground. Heading west from Spokane the countryside is surprisingly flat like the prairies. 

Dry Falls a Washington Wonder

About two hours west, at Coulee City that all changes into badlands or what geologists refer to as the Scablands. This is a beautiful area of Washington that I am guessing doesn’t get a lot of attention.Sun Lake Dry Falls State Park Interpretive Centre looks out to Dry Falls, a dried up waterfall that was higher than Niagara Falls.  The geological history of this area is fascinating and it is hard to believe it was once covered in raging water.  A favourite memory is the hike to the caves. The caves and the landscape reminded me of the series of books by Jean Auel (Clan of the Cave Bear series).

This park also has bike trails and a lovely little lake for water sports. Don’t pass by this place if ever in the area. 

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