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There is so much to explore

The National Forests comprise about 2.5 million acres of public lands surrounding vibrant communities and rich in adventure

About the Area

Recreation

Recreation opportunities can be viewed as occurring in 5 fairly broad geographic regions, each centered around one or more distinctive features:

  • Priest Lake Region (Priest Lake Ranger District - flanking scenic Priest Lake and Upper Priest Lake)
  • Lower Kootenai River Region (Bonners Ferry Ranger District - rugged mountains surrounding the Kootenai River as it flows through the northern panhandle)
  • Pend Oreille Lake Region (Sandpoint Ranger District - centered around Pend Oreille Lake and its major tributaries - Clark Fork River, Lightning Creek, and Pack River)
  • Coeur d'Alene River Region (Coeur d'Alene River Ranger District - comprised largely of the Coeur d'Alene river basin)
  • St. Joe River Region (St. Joe Ranger District - comprised primarily of the St. Joe River basin)

Note the area you'd like to stay or explore and then discover the recreation opportunities. 

Or choose an activity and see where on the forest it is offered. 

 

Recreation

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Canyon Creek (Long Canyon) Trail #16
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports
The trailhead (elevation 1,900 feet) is located approximately ¾-mile north of Long Canyon Creek on the Westside Road #417 trailhead and the first ¼ mile of the trail is on private land. After this,…

Cataract Creek Trail #309
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
Nice backcountry trail that is good for horses. It has one nice camping site in the meadow. The trail leaving the meadow is difficult to find. It is located 150 yards to the northwest of the southern…

Cedar Creek Campground
Site Closed
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities
Cedar Creek Campground features 3 campsites, and vault toilets. There is no developed water so bring your own. Please observe Pack it In Pack it Out for your refuse. Attractions include fishing on…

Chipmunk Rapids Trail #192
Horse Riding and Camping Biking Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking
This trail utilizes, for the most part, an old road system so the trail is quite wide. High points along the trail are the Kaniksu Marsh, Priest River, and Chipmunk Rapids. Watch for moose, deer, and…

Coal Creek Trail #41
Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking Biking Horse Riding and Camping
This trail offers a very scenic hike in a riparian zone along a shaded path following Coal Creek up the draw. The creek cascades over a series of scenic waterfalls enroute to the Coeur d'Alene River.…

Coeur d'Alene River Trail #20
Hiking Biking Outdoor Science and Learning Horse Riding and Camping
Trail #20 is a National Recreation Trail and is one of the best in the Coeur d'Alene Mountains. Restroom facilities and dispersed camping sites are available at Jordan Camp and at the old Beaver…

Conrad Crossing Campground
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Water Activities Winter Sports
Conrad Crossing Campground features 8 camp units (2 on the river and 5 above the highway), potable water (typically available, June- September), vault toilets, and a day use area. Please observe the…

Continental Creek Trail #28
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Biking Outdoor Science and Learning
This is one of the most scenic trails on the district. It switchbacks down from Road #1013 through an old growth cedar stand to the river bottom. Huckleberries, thimbleberries, devils club and ferns…

Cooks Peak Trail #236
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning
Cooks Peak Trail #236 is a short hike to a great viewpoint. At the peak you will find the site of the old fire lookout and cabin.Trail #236 begins in a cut unit and the only remaining tall trees area…

Copper Creek Campground
Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Hiking
Copper Creek Campground features 16 camp units (3 accessible), potable water, accessible vault toilets, and a scenic location on the Moyie River. Beautiful Copper Falls viewpoint trail is 1.5 miles…
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