Because of this, almost all of the park's western boundary abuts the built-up urban area of Spokane, whether directly or from across the river.

Mountains flanking the northern edge of the Little Spokane River valley rise even higher, to above 3,100 feet.

There are multiple areas of nearly or fully sheer cliff drops of 100 feet or more throughout the park as the terrain rises from the river.

[4][5] On the other hand, the valley of the Little Spokane River tends to be wider with many wetlands and oxbow lakes characteristic of a meandering stream.

Deep Creek cuts a very thin canyon through the western portion of the park before entering the Spokane River just upstream of Nine Mile Falls.

[9] Evidence of the CCC's work can be seen at the Bowl and Pitcher area's suspension bridge, kitchen shelter, restroom, park residence, office, and maintenance shop.

[9] Actor Clark Gable was among those who received training at Camp Seven Mile during World War II.

Park activities include camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, boating, canoeing, kayaking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, ATV riding, horseback riding, biking, hiking and rock climbing.