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    • Sandpoint, Idaho

      Winter Backpack on Mt. Roothaan

      4 mi / 1200 ft gain
      The Selkirk Mountains in northern Idaho don’t see nearly as many visitors as neighboring ranges in Washington and Montana, but it’s not for a lack of scenery and rugged backcountry. Mt. Roothaan sits along a jagged crest in the western Rocky Mountains above scenic Priest Lake in the Idaho Panhan...
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    • Naples, Idaho

      Hike to Beehive Lakes

      5.0
      9 mi / 2040 ft gain
      To get to the trailhead, drive north on highway 95 from Sandpoint and turn left onto Pack River Road near the gas station. Drive approximately 19 miles and look for the sign on the left for Beehive Lakes Trailhead. The road was passable but I would recommend 4 wheel drive.This hike begins at 4...
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    • Naples, Idaho

      Hike the Harrison to Beehive Lake Lower Traverse

      9.5 mi / 3000 ft gain
      You will follow the Pack River Road no. 231 for about 21 miles until you reach the trailhead. For this loop, you have a few options: Leave your car at the Beehive Lake trailhead and walk to Harrison Lake trailhead so when you are done you can jump right in the car, leave your car at the Harrison ...
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    • Naples, Idaho

      Harrison Lake Trail

      5.0
      4.49 mi / 1440 ft gain
      Harrison Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Naples, Idaho.
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    • Coolin, Idaho

      Canoe to Upper Priest Lake

      The Priest Lakes of Northern Idaho are perfect for a summer retreat into the Selkirk mountains, less than thirty miles from the border with Canada. Priest lake is separated from Upper Priest Lake by a short, two-mile waterway. Launch your canoe from the Lionhead Beach in Priest Lake State Park an...
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    • Naples, Idaho

      Roman Nose High Mountain Lakes

      5.0
      4 mi / 604 ft gain
      Your journey will start with a rural drive about 60 minutes from Sandpoint, ID. Once you hit the dirt road, hold on because its quite the bumpy drive (AWD vehicle is recommended). You will continue on a dirt road for nearly 20 miles, however, don't let this halt your journey, the drive is incredi...
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    • Bonners Ferry, Idaho

      Two Mouth Lakes

      4.5
      9.22 mi / 2037 ft gain
      Start at Two Mouth Trail #268 as it goes north along an old logging road. The trail then heads west following Peak Creek before bending back to the south. The trail narrows, alternating between dirt and boardwalk, while meandering west toward a viewpoint of the giant granite slabs of the Selkirk ...
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    • Bonners Ferry, Idaho

      Bottleneck Lake and Snow Lake

      5.0
      10.73 mi / 2461 ft gain
      Bottleneck Lake and Snow Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Bonners Ferry, Idaho.
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    • Bonners Ferry, Idaho

      Cooks Lake

      5.0
      0.35 mi / 75 ft gain
      Cooks Lake located near Bonners Ferry, Idaho is a great destination for relaxing or bringing your fishing pole (whether fly fishing or using a spin rod -- don't forget your fishing license). You're able to gain access very close access to the lake (especially on quads or side by sides) or you can...
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    • Bonners Ferry, Idaho

      Pyramid and Ball Lakes Trail

      5.0
      5.41 mi / 1565 ft gain
      Pyramid and Ball Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Bonners Ferry, Idaho.
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    • Bonners Ferry, Idaho

      Snow Creek Falls

      5.0
      1.37 mi / 161 ft gain
      The out-and-back trail to Snow Creek Falls is relatively easy with about 160 feet over elevation gain over roughly a 1.5 miles. Plan on approximately 45 minutes trail time roundtrip. There is a parking area in the pull-out just off the road.  This is both a dog-friendly and kid-friendly trail. 
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    • Sandpoint, Idaho

      Hike the Mickinnick Trail

      5.0
      7 mi / 2150 ft gain
      The trailhead for this hike starts in a city park, so if you have dogs, they'll need to be on leash to start out. You won't have to walk very far before reaching a gate that separates the city park from US Forest Service area. Past this gate, leashes are not required for your four-legged friends ...
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    • Newport, Washington

      Hike or Kayak to Bead Lake Campsites

      4.5
      There are two entrances to Bead Lake - the boat launch and the ridge road. Turn right onto Bead Lake Ridge Road and follow it until you arrive at the parking lot. Start the hike at the marked trailhead #127 down to the lake through a dark cedar forest. Turn right at the boat launch and continue o...
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    • Ponderay, Idaho

      Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail

      3.42 mi / 69 ft gain
      Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Sandpoint, Idaho.
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    • Metaline Falls, Washington

      Hike along Sullivan Lake

      8.2 mi / 250 ft gain
      Drive north on SR 31 almost to Ione, Washington and turn right on Sullivan Lake Road. Follow the road around the lake to the East Sullivan Lake campground. We had to park outside the campground because of construction and walk to the trailhead.From the marked trailhead, hike through the 0.6 nat...
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    • Metaline Falls, Washington

      Snowshoe Sullivan Lake

      8 mi
      Begin this hike at the trailhead to the nature trail at East Sullivan Lake Campground just 14 miles from Ione, Washington. Take a right at the first fork and continue on through the cedar forest until you reach a viewpoint above the lake at 0.5 mile. The next 3.5 miles wind through a pine, larch,...
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    Camping and Lodging in Priest Lake

    Reeder Bay
    Nordman, Idaho

    Reeder Bay

    Luby Bay
    Priest River, Idaho

    Luby Bay

    Osprey
    Priest River, Idaho

    Osprey

    Outlet At Priest Lake
    Priest Lake, Idaho

    Outlet At Priest Lake

    Beaver Creek (Idaho)
    Nordman, Idaho

    Beaver Creek (Idaho)

    Bartoo Island Group Site
    Coolin, Idaho

    Bartoo Island Group Site