SPOKANE, Wash. – Securing the best spot for Monday morning’s solar phenomenon, where Washington and Idaho will see a small glimpse before it disappears for the next 20 years, guarantees an unforgettable viewing experience.
Spokane will see about a 26% obscuration and slightly more at 27% in Couer d’Alene. The eclipse will begin around 10:39 a.m. with the peak of it being around 11:35 a.m.
While viewing from your home is a good option, parts of Spokane and Idaho provide a beautiful backdrop for the eclipse.
For a closer view of the solar phenomenon, Washington and Idaho offer several elevated viewpoints:
Mt. Spokane: Highest point accessible from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.Riverside State Park: Scenic river views and hiking trails.Cliff Drive: Limited but elevated view of Downtown Spokane.Spokane Pavillion: City views and lightsCoeur d’Alene Lake: Beautiful scenery and lakeside trails.Tubbs Hill: Elevated with lakeside views.
It’s important to be respectful of the property for the entire viewing and to keep public places around the Pacific Northwest clean and free of any trash. Please properly dispose of any trash or solar eclipse glasses after the viewing.
