 Chambers of Commerce
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www.bonnersferrychamber.com
Welcome to Bonners Ferry, located in the natural beauty of the Kootenai River Valley and surrounded by three forested mountain ranges and bountiful wildlife. We are the international gateway to Idaho, hosting visitors from around the world. Experience the many unique, pristine lakes, rivers, streams, trails and back roads at an accessible high altitude. Enjoy white water rafting, rock and ice climbing, tour the Kootenai Wildlife Refuge, or try your luck at the Kootenai River Inn and Casino.
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www.coeurdalene.org
Coeur d'Alene is a lakefront resort community located in one of the prettiest settings in the West. Located in northern Idaho, the region is defined by blue skies, sparkling water and pine-forested mountains. Visitors find a place of intriguing contrasts: five-star amenities in a rugged setting, quiet getaways, exciting attractions, and four-season beauty and recreation. Attractions such as cruises on Lake Coeur d'Alene and the Silverwood Theme Park along with activities such as teeing up at 18 different championship golf courses or shopping for antiques and art downtown show why Coeur d'Alene is known as the playground of the Pacific Northwest.
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www.harrisonidaho.org
Nestled at the mouth of the Coeur d'Alene River, on the Southeast end of Lake Coeur d'Alene, lies the picturesque town of Harrison. Once a landing for steamers, the community remains a port, but now many pleasure boats tie up at the marina and cruise the clear waters. The 72 mile-long "Trail of the Coeur d'Alene's" provides a beautiful paved hiking/biking experience along the edge of the lake and river bank, right into the heart of this gem of a town.
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Haydenwww.haydenchamber.orgIncredible beauty and recreation can be found on Hayden Lake but our quality of life is the biggest draw of all. The cities of Hayden and Hayden Lake both border the western shores of Hayden Lake. About 4,000 acres in size with 40 miles of shoreline, the lake hosts one full service marina and two public boat launches. Fishing and water sports are popular pastimes on the lake. Residents and visitors alike can stroll down the sandy shores of Honeysuckle beach with a roped swim area, dock, public change house and restrooms or enjoy an afternoon of shopping in the City’s downtown business district where locally owned shops and stores give you a sense of the “old Hayden Village.” Hayden Lake offers some of the most desired lakefront living in North Idaho. The “Gold Coast” as some parts of the shoreline of Hayden Lake are called, offer spectacular views.
Attractions such as Triple Play the Northwest’s Biggest & Newest Family Fun Park include Raptor Reef Indoor Water Park are open every day of the year. Hayden boasts “Home of Idaho’s first 18-hole golf course”, the Hayden Lake Country Club, another PGA-rated golf course, Avondale on Hayden, is nearby and open to public play. Just minutes from Silverwood Theme Park the Northwest’s largest Theme Park with over 65 rides and attractions.
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www.visitpostfalls.org
Welcome to beautiful Post Falls, Idaho..where nature and recreation are one and the same. Visiting this little town next to an awe-inspiring waterfall on the Spokane River guarantees a stay to remember. Post Falls is just off I-90 between Spokane, Washington and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. It is situated in the center of the region's vast outdoor recreational opportunities as well as being close to the area's most popular attractions. With a full range of hotels, activities, dining and entertainment, Idaho's River City is sure to have just what you're looking for in any season.
Post Falls is right on the way for thrill seekers and leisure tourists alike. From golf to highspeed waterslides, cultural and historical tours to national parks and nature trails, river cruises to casinos...they are all within range from this convenient tourist community. Come and stay at the gateway to the West's best...Post Falls, Idaho. www.visitpostfalls.org. Photo courtesy of the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce.
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www.priestlake.org
Priest Lake is an ideal year-round family and adventure vacation destination as well as an extraordinary location for group conferences, seminars, or retreats. It's a natural wonderland, unspoiled, uncrowded and unhurried. You'll discover a magnificent 23,000-acre azure lake nestled beneath the majestic Selkirk Mountains -- without question, one of the most beautiful wilderness areas you'll ever see. Priest Lake's breathtaking scenery is limited only by the horizon. This spectacular backdrop coupled with the myriad of available recreational opportunities make Priest Lake an unforgettable experience. You'll discover fantastic boating, fishing, hiking, camping, snowmobiling, hunting, cross-country skiing, etc. at Priest Lake along with an abundance of Priest Lake hospitality.
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www.priestriver.org Priest River is one of Idaho's best kept secrets. Centrally located in a recreation paradise, nestled in the Selkirk Mountain Range, it is bordered by the Priest River on the east and the Pend Oreille River on the south. RV parks and campgrounds, recreational rentals, skiing, golfing, fishing, boating, hunting and many other attractions and activities are within easy reach. World-class fishing can be had at many area lakes, both large and small. Hikers enjoy taking the trail up Gisborne Mountain for views and possible wildlife spotting from the lookout at the Priest River Experimental Forest. Huckleberry and mushroom pickers can have their choice of bounty depending on the season. We are also a stop on the Panhandle Historic Rivers Passage Scenic Byway, and part of the International Selkirk Loop. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For over a century people have enjoyed the mountains, lakes and wildlife that thrive in Rathdrum, Idaho. There are biking and hiking trails, water recreational opportunities and fantastic fishing as well as 2 distinct 18-hole golf courses providing locals and visitors with a fun and relaxing experience.
Community celebrations include Rathdrum Days, normally the third weekend in July, where residents and friends come together and enjoy events such as street dancing, watermelon eating contests, wiener dog races and anything the committee might dream up. Fall Festival is the last weekend in September and offers samples of dutchoven cooking, a day of bluegrass music, storytelling, and a chance to find out more about the history of the area and learn how things were done back in the “old days.” Throughout the year there are other events for the community and friends such as Festival D’lights in December, community concerts in the old City Park, a fishing derby for kids in Rathdrum Creek which runs through the park. The park is also available for family picnics. Rathdrum offers the travelers many choices of restaurants and shopping. Lodging is available at two Bed & Breakfasts set in beautiful natural surroundings.
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 Selkirk Loop
The first International scenic byway crossing from the United States into Canada and back is the Selkirk Loop, a 280-mile scenic drive encircling the wild Selkirk Mountains in northeast Washington, north Idaho and southeast British Columbia. Play on the Loop's crystal clear rivers and lakes, or traverse its mountain trails to view snowcapped peaks and the largest diversity of wildlife in the lower 48 states. Explore charming communities with fascinating history, fun festivals and picturesque settings.
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www.stmarieschamber.org
The lush valley of the St. Joe River is the spectacular setting for the town of St. Maries. The mountains, rivers, lakes, and forests provide a scenic backdrop for the town. Some of the best boating and water recreation anywhere can be found in St. Maries on the St. Joe River, St. Maries River, Coeur d'Alene Lake, and other lakes and rivers surrounding the area. The St. Joe is a free-flowing 120 mile river offering adventures from white water rafting to peaceful float trips. Other recreational activities include: hunting and fishing, snowmobiling and motorcycling, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and golfing. With its spectacular forest and river setting, St. Maries provides wonderful experiences, whether for a day or a lifetime.
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www.historicsilvervalleychamberofcommerce.com
Hiking, biking, golfing, skiing, fishing, hunting, antiquing, river rafting, a local mine tour with gold panning, wonderful museums full of mining memorabilia. If any of this sounds appealing to you, plan to visit Kellogg, Idaho and be surrounded by these recreational opportunities...and MORE! Silver Mountain is only bocks away with its great ski runs and longest single stage gondola in the world. Silver Mountain is a ski and summer resort with hiking and biking trails and summer concerts at an amphitheatre on the mountain. Bike the now-famous "Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes," a rail-to-trails, which runs through Kellogg and covers 72 miles of stunning scenery with lakes, bridges and wildlife on all sides. Comin Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Kellogg, Idaho has it all, a recreational wonderland for all ages.
www.wallaceidahochamber.com
Continuing its 100+ year run as the world's largest silver producer making Historic Wallace the richest mining town still in existence, the last town entirely listed on the National Register of Historic Places diversifies into a bigger, better and more attractive town. World class recreation and tourism is being "mined" along with our mainstay of colorful, living history. Over 1,000 miles of mining, logging and forest service roads have been turned into the World's largest mountain bike, ATV and snowmobile trail system. Two world class paths, the Route of the Hiawatha and Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes beckon road and mountain bikers, walkers and roller bladers. Underground mine tours, train station, bordello and mine museums welcome the historically inquisitive while others are entertained with classic silver, unique antique and pawn shops against a back drop of lush green forests, clean air, sunshine and friendly residents.
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