Lake Coeur d’Alene

Lake Coeur d'Alene is a natural dam-controlled lake in North Idaho, located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It spans 25 miles in length and ranges from 1 to 3 miles wide with over 109 miles of shoreline. The lake was named after the Coeur d'Alene people and is a major landmark in northern Idaho. It is an important recreational resource for people of the community and is used for fishing, boating, and swimming. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, swans, geese, ducks, and ospreys. The lake hosts a variety of sport fisheries, including chinook salmon, trout, smallmouth and largemouth bass, northern pike, and kokanee salmon. There are several parks, beaches, and trails around the lake, including City Park and Beach, Tubbs Hill, and Heyburn State Park, offering opportunities for hiking, boating, and other outdoor activities