Northern Idaho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Idaho’s Panhandle region is a wonderland of thrilling family attractions and adventurous activities within a swath of green, mountainous countryside.

Head into the mountains of Northern Idaho, a seldom-explored corner of the U.S. that offers a vacation packed with entertainment and excitement. The Panhandle region stretches up the Canadian border and reaches into the Coeur d’Alene and Bitterroot ranges of the Rocky Mountains.

The Coeur D’Alene region’s history lies in the landscape of the Pacific Northwest. Visit the Museum of North Idaho to learn about the roles that logging and agriculture played in the industry of the state. Explore the Bonner County Historical Museum or the Old Mission in the town of Coeur d’Alene for insight into the region’s indigenous communities.

Northern Idaho is a place where you can embrace the outdoors. Lace up your hiking boots and hit the walking trails around the lakes and rivers of the region. Trek through Kootenai Wildlife Refuge and look for bison, elk and other wild animals. Q’emiln Trail encompasses 14 different routes and winds through the Spokane River gorge.

Bring your family to Northern Idaho for fun at any time of year. In winter, Farragut State Park offers enjoyable skiing slopes for all abilities, while many of the towns offer sports such as snowmobiling and ice skating. In summer, plummet down the steep drops of the roller coasters in Silverwood Theme Park or ride mountain bike trails through untouched scenery.

Golfers flock to Northern Idaho to play 18 holes with the Rocky Mountains as a dramatic backdrop to their game. Ponderosa, Avondale and Priest Lake are just a few of the popular courses in the region.

Fly into Coeur d’Alene Airport to land in the middle of Northern Idaho. Alternatively, choose one of the regular flights to Spokane International Airport in neighboring Washington.

Northern Idaho is colder than the southern half of the state. Come in winter for heavy snowfalls and exhilarating winter sports. Peak season in Northern Idaho is in summer, when the sun shines brightly and the mountains break out into the colors of seasonal flowers.

Where to stay in Northern Idaho

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Dover Bay

If you're spending some time in Dover Bay, Lake Pend Oreille and Sandpoint-Dover Community Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Dover Bay
Coeur d\'Alene which includes a lake or waterhole and golf

Downtown

While Downtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Independence Point and Tubbs Hill Park.

Downtown
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Kid Island Bay

If you're spending some time in Kid Island Bay, Kid Island Bay and Lake Coeur d'Alene are top sights worth seeing.

Kid Island Bay
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Garden District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garden District and surrounding area, you can visit Independence Point and Tubbs Hill Park.

Garden District
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East Mullen

While East Mullen isn't home to many top sights, Sanders Beach and Tubbs Hill Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

East Mullen
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Sanders Beach

If you're spending some time in Sanders Beach, Tubbs Hill Park and Lake Coeur d'Alene are top sights worth seeing.

Sanders Beach
Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene

2.5 out of 5
2303 N 4th St, Coeur d'Alene, ID
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,054 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,054
฿3,298 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (1,013 reviews)
"better breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene

Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene

3.5 out of 5
702 W. Appleway Avenue, Building B, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is ฿3,965 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿3,965
฿4,282 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Was a great end to the batchlor party to get some rest. Good breakfast and nice staff highly recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Coeur d'Alene
Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River

Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River

3 out of 5
414 E 1st Ave, Post Falls, ID
The price is ฿4,175 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿4,175
฿4,509 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Post Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
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"Wonderful location! Room was comfortable and clean"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stoneridge Resort

Stoneridge Resort

3 out of 5
150 Holiday Loop, Blanchard, ID
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Blanchard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (385 reviews)
Perfect family alternative to a hotel!
"Good family place to stay with a variety of entertainment options. Super clean too!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Stoneridge Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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