On the Lake

May we say, modestly, that Sandpoint City Beach is simply one of the finest city parks anywhere? With magnificent views down Lake Pend Oreille, enjoy swimming and beach lounging. Play volleyball on one of the three sand courts, tennis or pickleball on the pair of recently upgraded courts; throw some horseshoes or get in on […]

Peaceful, meandering Sand Creek couldn’t be more convenient or perfect for kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboards. Well sheltered even when big Lake Pend Oreille is breezy, from the creek mouth at the lake small craft can wend upstream through placid waters more than a mile. For those who like to stroll or bicycle, there’s a […]

Offering daily sightseeing cruises in spring, summer and fall, Lake Pend Oreille Cruises takes groups of up to 40 on its classically designed tour boat, the Shawnodese, to explore the immense lake and shoreline. Aside from the gorgeous lake scenery afforded in these leisurely 90-minute cruises, the crew gives talks on the interesting history of […]

Maiden Creek Trail is a steep 2-mile trail that leads down Maiden Rock, a prominent geologic feature, and a Forest Service recreation site on Lake Pend Oreille. The trail to this magical spot on the lake’s western shore is fairly short, though quite steep as you get closer to the lake. It cuts through a dense […]

One of the closest and nicest hikes adjacent to Sandpoint, the Mickinnick is a challenging trail that rises more than 2,000 feet in its 3.5-mile length to the topmost overlook – meaning, a round-trip hike is a fairly strenuous 7 miles. But even if you don’t make it to the top, there are expansive viewpoints […]

This trail up Scotchman Peak – the highest point in Bonner County at 6,872 feet – is a bit over 4 miles to the top, and strenuous: There’s more than 3,700 feet of vertical gain. But the payoff is big views over Lake Pend Oreille to the south and various peaks in the Cabinet Mountains […]

With more than 9 miles of mostly flat ‘n’ easy trails for hiking, mountain biking and XC skiing in winter – and many outstanding views of the lake – Farragut is a terrific family recreation destination. Located on the southern tip of Lake Pend Oreille, about 40 minutes driving time from Sandpoint via U.S. Highway […]

Here’s a ride or walk about 14 miles from Sandpoint that provides big views of the southern arm of Lake Pend Oreille, with swimming at the fine cobblestone beach at Green Bay, where there is a campground and day use area. One segment of the single track trails for mountain bikers and hikers is an […]

Offering seasonal boat moorage, gas, dock and a boat launch, Dover Bay Marina is located in the heart of Dover Bay. With 274-slips and deep-water, it offers premium amenities to ensure an exceptional boating experience.

Guided Fly Fishing & Float Trips along Kootenai River, ID. Experience the beauty and isolation of the rugged Kootenai River in north Idaho for your next adventure! The Idaho section of the Kootenai flows through a beautiful canyon with virtually no access, accept by boat. The seclusion and isolation of the river adds to […]

About our pilot: Stephen is an experienced professional, with more than 30 years of flying experience, having operated in the Arctic regions of Alaska for twelve years. He has over 7000 hours of flying time, and maintains an Aircraft Mechanic Certificate with Inspection Authorization.

Go Fish! Charters offers hands-on, multi-species fishing on Lake Pend Oreille and Clark Fork River. Experience the excitement and diversity on the Pend Oreille fishery! Go Fish! operates year-round and offers custom charters, including sunrise and sunset trips. Charters depart from Sandpoint and Hope.

For the experienced paddler, the Clark Fork is one of many year-round waterways for those who want to meander through Idaho and Montana. There is whitewater, so faster water can present a challenge for novice paddler.

Bottle Bay Resort and Marina includes Bottle Bay Bar & Grill, cabin rentals with private beach area, marina with public gas, boat launch and boat rentals, all located on beautiful and peaceful Bottle Bay.

Sandpoint Marine & Motorsports offers a variety of watercraft rentals, from speedboats to pontoon boats to jet ski and kayak rentals. Half day, full day or hourly rentals, all from downtown Sandpoint. Get the latest four wheelers and side by sides in stock at our Ponderay location! 208-263-1535; SandpointMarineAndMotorsports.com.

A Day on the Lake Rentals offers full-service rentals of ski boats, pontoons, SeaDoos, and vacation homes on Lake Pend Oreille. Make your vacation memorable by touring the lake by boat. Delivery available. 877-890-2444 or 208-755-4958 ADayontheLake.com

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises offers a variety of public tours including history, eagle watching, and dinner cruises as well as private charters. Please call 208-255-5253 for information and reservations.

Action Water Sports offers lessons, lake tours and rentals in two convenient locations in Sandpoint and Hope, Idaho. Rentals include Ski and Pontoon Boats, Jet Skis, Stand Up Paddleboards and Kayaks.  208-255-7100 (Sandpoint) or 208-255-6761 (Hope)