Welcome to Coeur d’Alene!
The city of Coeur d’Alene is nestled in the heart of North Idaho. A city known as the “Lake City”, centers around the 25-mile-long Lake Coeur d’Alene, and is located west of the Coeur d’Alene Mountains. With a lively downtown area, there are plenty of restaurants, shops, and places to explore, while taking in the breathtaking scenic views.
Outdoor Activities:
Coeur d’Alene is surrounded by dense green forests and snow-capped mountains, making it ideal for endless outdoor activities in any season. These include biking the historic Centennial Trail, camping at Camp Coeur d’Alene, or making a hole-in-one on the world-famous “Floating Green” at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course. In the wintertime, make your way to the ski slopes of Silver Mountain, Lookout Pass, or Schweitzer Mountain. With the longest gondola in North America, this over 15-minute ride at Silver Mountain will allow you to soak in the beautiful views of the Bitterroot Mountains of the Silver Valley. North Idaho in general is known for its incredible diversity of wildlife. The most popular include a steady yearly migration of bald eagles that feed on the kokanee salmon at Wolf Lodge Bay and Higgins Point, which is a sight to be seen! During the prime seasons, it is extremely common to see these birds in and around Lake Coeur d’Alene, feasting and soaring around majestically. Aside from bald eagles, there are deer, wolves, elk, moose, turkeys, and bears available to see and hunt during their respective seasons as well.
Downtown Coeur d’Alene:
The downtown area of Coeur d’Alene is a lively, family-friendly, and vibrant scene that really exemplifies the culture of the community. Sherman Avenue, named after the Civil War General, William Tecumseh Sherman, offers a rich history as you walk around. Overflowing with shops and restaurants, you can spend the day walking the town and having a delicious meal with the family. Whether you are craving a juicy burger and refreshing beer at Crafted or need a sugar rush of ice cream at Honey-Peeps at the Shops, Sherman Avenue has you covered! During the summer months, the Kootenai County Farmers Market fills 5th street with fresh fruits and vegetables, and other local vendors, along with the bigger annual event, that fills Sherman Avenue, called the Taste of Coeur d’Alene, which attracts thousands of visitors every year.
Luxurious and Rural Coeur d’Alene Real Estate:
Coeur d’Alene is an up-and-coming city that offers a versatile range of properties. These include homesteads, acreage, single-family homes, ranches, condos, and private estates. Whatever you are looking for, you can find it in Coeur d’Alene, including many of the big box stores (Target, Best Buy, Costco, Utra, etc...) With a small-town feel with big-city amenities, it is quick to escape but easy to get everything you need!