Lake Pend Oreille / Sandpoint Travel Information
High in the northern tip of Idaho’s panhandle is Lake Pend Oreille,
the state’s largest lake. Surrounded by forested mountains and off the
beaten path, this beautiful lake and the shoreside town of Sandpoint
(pop. 7,000) are rapidly gaining national attention as a great
vacation spot for lovers of scenery and the outdoors. Lake Pend
Orielle’s 111 miles of uncrowded shoreline invite boaters,
parasailers, and photographers from around the country. Anglers can
try their hand at catching mackinaw trout, giant kamloops, or any of a
dozen other species of fish which swim through the lake’s deep waters.
Nearby Schweitzer Mountain is a top ski resort with killer views. Area
visitors can also explore the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, home
to tens of thousands of geese and ducks, as well as larger mammals
such as moose, bald eagles, and bear. Sleigh rides, backpacking, and
cross-country ski treks are other options for the outdoor
enthusiast. The town of Sandpoint, which has been a logging hub for
generations, has begun to reshape itself in the past few decades.
People from around the world have come to live here for the solitude,
the scenery, or the skiing, resulting in a surprisingly diverse
community. An eclectic mix of dining options is available, as well as
art galleries and performers. Surrounded by water and bridges,
Sandpoint’s scenery have made it the home of a wide variety of
festivals and special events throughout the year. Sandpoint is
located in the northern tip of Idaho. For more information about
Sandpoint, please select an area of interest from the buttons on the left.
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