Coeur d'Alene Lake
Coeur d'Alene Lake
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Fed by waters from three different rivers, this pristine, 30-mile lake offers just about every water sport imaginable.
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- SantaoneMiramar, Florida70 contributionsBeautiful lakeWalk around lake Couer d’Alene is beautiful anytime of the day. There is cruise on the lake, downtown shopping close by and tons of restaurants. Tubs Hill overlook is just blocks away.Visited April 2023Written 3 May 2023
- sharrongegHenderson, Nevada3,267 contributionsSo Beautiful!A group of 50 and 60 something 1st cousins came to the lake for a day. Such a beautiful lake! We wanted to take the sea-plane tour, but they were not answering their phone. One cousin had a boat on the W side of the lake and it was so pretty! Such clear water. We really liked that the downtown area of the lake area was easily accessible.Visited July 2023Written 24 July 2023
- Bergind137 contributionsSummer days on the lake.We had no trouble finding parking. Thoroughly enjoyed the beach by the Fort Sherman park. We enjoyed the playground there too. Water was clear and would say luke warm. Oh a hot summer day it was great.Visited August 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 3 August 2023
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Kim D
San Diego, CA2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Beautiful, huge lake. We took a 2-hour cruise and it was totally worth it. Learn a little about this gem in Idaho, and it was our first time in Idaho.
Written 23 October 2023
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Monique H
Bothell, WA15 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Loved the place and took a ferry tour around the lake.water front parking lot fee $2-3 hr but if you willing to walk a bit , you will be able find free parkings
Written 11 October 2023
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Bergind
merrrimack, nh137 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
We had no trouble finding parking. Thoroughly enjoyed the beach by the Fort Sherman park. We enjoyed the playground there too. Water was clear and would say luke warm. Oh a hot summer day it was great.
Written 4 August 2023
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sharrongeg
Henderson, NV3,267 contributions
Jul 2023
A group of 50 and 60 something 1st cousins came to the lake for a day. Such a beautiful lake!
We wanted to take the sea-plane tour, but they were not answering their phone.
One cousin had a boat on the W side of the lake and it was so pretty! Such clear water. We really liked that the downtown area of the lake area was easily accessible.
We wanted to take the sea-plane tour, but they were not answering their phone.
One cousin had a boat on the W side of the lake and it was so pretty! Such clear water. We really liked that the downtown area of the lake area was easily accessible.
Written 24 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Leah
Seattle, WA1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
The lake is amazing and the cycling is incredible! We stayed at a condo near the lake and could walk everywhere.
Written 16 July 2023
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Santaone
Miramar, FL70 contributions
Apr 2023
Walk around lake Couer d’Alene is beautiful anytime of the day. There is cruise on the lake, downtown shopping close by and tons of restaurants. Tubs Hill overlook is just blocks away.
Written 3 May 2023
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Judith S
Portland, Oregon, United States19 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Wonderful views, great place to swim, great restaurants, shopping is versatile especially if you're looking for vintage goods.
Written 14 April 2023
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JudyCTrip
Perth, Australia166 contributions
Mar 2023
I suspect anytime of year is wonderful to visit this lake - the snowy scene early Sunday morning was sparkly and special. Recommended for a wander.
Written 14 March 2023
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Scott B
Lakewood, Colorado, United States28 contributions
Feb 2023
The lake are surrounding area is beautiful. I highly recommend it whether you want to play in the water, go for a hike, go fishing, of go for a bike ride.
Written 20 February 2023
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Howard O
6 contributions
Sep 2022
We've been coming to Couer d'Alene for years and it never gets old. Florida doesn't hold a candle to this place.
Written 13 September 2022
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kellyw101069
Mentor, OH5 contributions
where can we rent a boat for use on the lake? pontoon or houseboat would be great
Tour49
The Villages, FL147 contributions
I believe we used the boardwalk boat place right by the resort. The boat was in really good shape.
Darci S
8 contributions
I will be visiting in April and am looking for activities to do since it is off season???
ginger c
Santa Cruz, CA181 contributions
Go to the library across from the wonderful bakery by the lake. They have a giant size kids book about the aftermath of a hurricane written by Stephen Colbert because somebody kept hiding all the books they thought were too liberal. Sooo funny. It's a kids book to generate money for hurricane relief and tell a kind story but somebody thought they needed to censor it because Stephen Colbert wrote it!! The book has its own easel because it's like two feet wide squared. Also, the lake walk is wonderful and you can take cruises on the lake. It is really peaceful. Have fun!!!
What is the route/roads for a motorhome from Missoula, Mt. to Couer d Alene, Idaho? Are there any passes to go up and down??
Tracey B
Portland, OR68 contributions
Just general advice, there are some mountain passes of varying inclines as previously stated and two lane roads require larger vehicles to drive more slowly (especially if you are top-heavy)....AND its always nice to pull over if you have a caravan behind you :) Summer traffic can be heavy so consideration is appreciated.
We are planning a camping trip this summer in August and were just informed about the toxic levels of heavy metals flowing into the lake from multiple different sources. Has anyone experienced any adverse reaction after swimming or heard from the locals not to swim in the lake? Thanks
William Bim L
Spokane, WA182 contributions
There has been significant improvement in the clean up of the tributaries that had hd the heavy metals. There has no known adverse reaction from the lake itself.
greg98765
Olympia, WA
is it free to use the beach? How about parking?
Terry E
Saskatoon, Canada3,663 contributions
Yes the beach is free
There are parking lots where you pay.
Or just park on the street for free, 2 hour limit in close.
Or go about four blocks away for free all day.
We drive a 33foot motorhome so go 4 blocks away.
So I'm taking my girlfriend for a weekend in Coeur d'Alene and am wanting to propose. But have made the mistake that I don't know the area at all. Are there any decent beaches that are secluded with public access or similar areas? Thanks in advance!
Brian G
Coeur d'Alene, ID4 contributions
Take the low trail to the west around tubs hill. You will find a beach at the southern most point. This location is nearby downtown CDA.
Crissjlar
Christchurch, New Zealand
Where can I find prices and descriptions of boat tours?
TeresaT T
Hesperia, CA172 contributions
Northwest Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Cruises. My friend had a Groupon coupon two for one! Depending on the time of year you go, cruises (90 minutes) May through September were at: 12:30 or 2:30. There's a 4:30pm in summer also. Check the website for exact dates and price updates. You may book online. We had no problem getting on buying at the dock in late June with the coupon, but we did arrive early. Glad I brought a sweater.
Adults: $24.75 Seniors 55+ : $22.75 Children (6-17): 16.75. 5 and under: Free
We Seniors boarded early to get a table upstairs, but people are friendly so don't be afraid to share a table!
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- Hotels near Coeur d'Alene Lake:
- (0.04 km) The Coeur d'Alene Golf & Spa Resort
- (0.33 km) One Lakeside
- (0.57 km) The Roosevelt Inn
- (0.76 km) Blackwell Boutique Hotel
- (0.59 km) Greenbriar Inn
- Restaurants near Coeur d'Alene Lake:
- (0.05 km) Beverly's
- (0.07 km) Dockside Restaurant
- (0.19 km) Hudson's Hamburgers
- (0.18 km) Tito's Italian Restaurant
- (0.15 km) Mrs. Honeypeeps Sweet Shop