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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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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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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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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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
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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
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
The price is ฿2,888 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,888
฿3,119 total
3 Sept - 4 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 (1,020 reviews)
"Hotel was fine ,hot tub out of order"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham 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 ฿3,801 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿3,801
฿4,106 total
4 Sept - 5 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)
"We were there for Rock the Dock. The facilities and room were great, but the restaurant staff left something to be desired. Would stay there again, but eat somewhere else."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Red Lion Hotel Templin's on the River
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene

3 out of 5
333 Ironwood Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is ฿4,104 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,104
฿4,433 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,133 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
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! (390 reviews)
"Property was great for amenities for the whole family."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Stoneridge Resort
The Asbury House Guest Rentals

The Asbury House Guest Rentals

2 out of 5
316 S Asbury St, Moscow, ID
Stay at this aparthotel in Moscow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Camas Prairie Winery and McConnell Mansion ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
"Check in was easy, and the host had great communication! Property has everything in it that you might need for a quiet, comfortable stay in downtown Moscow."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

The Asbury House Guest Rentals
Linden Lofts

Linden Lofts

2 out of 5
220 6th St, Wallace, ID
Stay at this aparthotel in Wallace. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Sixth Street Melodrama and Northern ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"My husband and I have nothing but good things to say about Linden Lofts. Easy check-in, clean and comfortable,as well as right in downtown. Even though the interstate is near by the sound from it wasn’t bad at all. Would definitely recommend and use again if in the area."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Linden Lofts
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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