As one of the larger lakes around, the breathtaking views go on for miles. Beyond that, my favorite thing about CDA Lake is the endless supply of entertainment accessible by boat— dinner, golf, concerts, camping, sight-seeing, the list goes on. I’ve said it a million times before... going anywhere on a boat makes life better!
COEUR D’ALENE LAKE A LITTLE SLICE OF HEAVEN A lake left behind by the glaciers from the ice age, Coeur d’Alene Lake’s beauty and ample recreational opportunities draw residents and visitors alike. It’s the second largest lake in Northern Idaho, spanning 25 miles in length, ranging from 1 to 3 miles wide. The 109+ miles of shoreline is dotted with countless homes, and also boasts numerous restaurants, resorts, marinas, golf courses, public beaches, parks, campgrounds, forests and trails. The focal point is the beautiful city of Coeur d’Alene, which sits perched as a watchtower at the northern point of the lake. The blue skies, densely forested surrounding mountains and sparkling blue water are just some of the reasons people have been attracted to this special place for generations. For nearly two centuries, Coeur d’Alene Lake has served as a “highway” for the various industries and trades-people who have made their living in North Idaho— most notably: loggers, hunters, trappers, and now, tourism. In the early 1900s, people would drive across the lake during winter in order to save time in driving the full distance around the lake... as a result, there are several Ford Model T automobiles sitting at the bottom of the lake. There’s also a handful of steamboats at the bottom of the lake that were burned when they were retired from ferrying people around the lake. • Shoreline: 109 miles (175km). 25 miles (40km) long & ranges from 1 to 3 miles wide. • Surface Area: 49.81 sq miles. • Depth: 220 feet (67m). • Elevation: Varies from 2128 feet (649km) in the summer, and up to 7 feet lower in the winter. The lake’s “pool level” is controlled by the Post Falls Dam, located 9 miles west on the Spokane River. • Coeur d’Alene Lake is fed primarily by two rivers—the Coeur d’Alene and the St. Joe. • Water Temperature: Average annual highest temperature; 75.9˚F. • Coeur d’Alene Lake has an incredibly diverse fishery, including: Chinook Salmon, Kokanee Salmon, Northern Pike, and Large and Small-mouth Bass. • Coeur d’Alene Lake has the largest nesting population of Osprey in the Western U.S. It’s a seasonal hobby of many locals to view the Bald Eagles as they feed on Kokanee Salmon in the lake. 8
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