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Traverse the river route that explorer David Thompson first canoedin 1809 in search of a passage to the Columbia River, and let thescenic beauty and history along the Pend Oreille ("pond-er-ay") River enrich your drive through Idaho's Panhandle. The Panhandle Historic Rivers Passage begins at the Washington Stateline, follows the northern shore of the Pend Oreille River throughOldtown, Priest River, and ends in Sandpoint. Enjoy driving along milesof soothing river scenery that reflects the pastoral beauty ofsurrounding forests and farms; pull over and be entertained by varyingseasonal wildlife, birds of prey, and waterfowl; or stop and absorb thehistory of northern Idaho in three different museums along the byway.Convenient access to the Pend Oreille River at four recreation areasprovides opportunities to swim or boat along spacious, gently-flowingwaters. Winter recreation includes snow sports on state and federal lands, ice fishing when it is cold, and downhill skiing at Schweitzer.
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