Schweitzer biking and hiking

Looking for a fun and adventurous way to take in the fresh mountain air and beautiful views? Whether you’re a hiker or biker, Schweitzer offers more than 20 miles of trails with amazing alpine scenery and see-forever views. Start in the village and warm your legs up as you head out to Picnic Point – […]

Round Lake State Park

Moose in northern Idaho.

This intimate park is a family favorite. Located a dozen miles south of Sandpoint, Round Lake offers seven miles of trails that are relatively flat and easy, suitable for walks and biking, as well as a host of other outdoor activities. Visitors often spot wildlife, as Canada geese pass over the park’s towering pine, hemlock […]

Pine Street Woods

Pine Street Woods mountain biker

The Pine Street Woods little more than two miles from downtown Sandpoint is a unique place where people of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to be outside. The wide trails welcome strollers, wheelchairs, or friends walking side by side, and nordic skiers in the winter. For mountain bikers, there are more than a […]

Farragut State Park

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 […]

Priest Lake State Park

Priest Lake state park headquarters

Priest Lake State Park lies just 30 miles from the Canadian border, nestled deep below the crest of the Selkirk Mountains. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Northern Idaho and mile-high mountains, Priest Lake State Park sits along the eastern shores of Priest Lake, a 19-mile long, 300-foot-deep waterbody. Visitors to the park will enjoy […]

Schweitzer Village

Schweitzer Mountain Village lodging, dining, bars, shopping, art, wine, pubs, activities

Our nationally recognized mountain resort is only 11 miles from downtown Sandpoint, with 2900 acres for skiing, hiking, biking and magnificent alpine views and a resort village featuring premium lodging, dining, bars, fine outdoor clothing and gear, shopping, artists studio, and seasonal activities.

7B Lanes

7B Lanes Sandpoint Bowling alley bowling ball and pins art family friendly activity

Family Fun Center, Bowling, Arcade, Good Food and Drink, and Pool Tables!

The Library

East Bonner County Library building exterior with open book logo signage on Cedar Street in Sandpoint

“The Library,” more formerly known as the East Bonner County Library, is located right in town and is a true hub of community connection and resources that go far beyond the thousands of books on its shelves to foster “discovery, connection and lifelong learning.” The library is one of Sandpoint’s most popular local community resources, […]

Creations for Sandpoint

Creations art studio family friendly youth art class on the Cedar Street Bridge in downtown Sandpoint

Creations’ mission is to promote the arts, creativity, discovery and STEAM learning.  Creations partners with families, businesses and local organizations to provide educational activities that support student learning. Creation teaches educational art classes for adults and youth through our Creative Hands Expand the Mind Program. The program’s key component is to offer skills based art […]

City Parks

Travers public skate park concrete pools skateboarding rollerblading Sandpoint, Idaho

Sandpoint has over 20 parks, public gathering spaces, or designated community locations. Here is a roundup of major parks that offer just about something for every recreational interest. City Beach. Sandpoint’s premier park on Lake Pend Oreille is 22 acres comprising the tip of the Sand Creek peninsula. Its sandy beaches provide swimming in protected […]

219 Lounge

Full bar liquor selection curved bar seating 219 Lounge bar in Sandpoint Idaho

At the 219 Lounge, we have been serving up the best drinks and live music in Sandpoint for over 80 years. Our full service bar offers a wide selection of liquor, beer, and wine, and we have the most beers on tap in town. Our outdoor patio and bar is the perfect spot to enjoy […]

Sandpoint Cinemas

Sandpoint Cinemas at the Bonner Mall six movie theaters showing new films sign in front with movie showtimes

Located at the East end of the Bonner Mall, Sandpoint Cinemas is a standard multi-screen movie theater with a full concession stand, showing new film releases. Check the website for showtimes and more info.

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