31 Ways to Explore Inland NW Lakes
OTO writers share their ideas for recreation, adventure, and simply enjoying time at any lake in the Inland Northwest.
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Lake Coeur d’Alene
Wing Foiling on the Lake
Learn about the fringe sport of wing foiling—where riders use boards equipped with a hydrofoil and inflatable, hand-held sail called a wing.
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Boat-in Happy Hour On Lake Coeur d’Alene
Harrison, Idaho, is one of the best happy hour destinations, with day-use and overnight guest moorage and places to eat and drink.
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8 Family-Friendly Lake Parks for Hiking & Swimming
Favorite regional lake parks in North Idaho and Washington that offer great hiking and swimming options for hot summer days.
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10 Lakes Near Spokane for Family Day Trips
On hot, sunny summer days, a waterfront park is one of the best places to be. Kids can swim, play on the beach, and dig in the rocky sand. A family can also paddle together, go fishing, or hike or bike on nearby trails before cooling and picnicking in the relaxing shade of towering pines.
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6 Ways to Play on the Water in Harrison, Idaho this Summer
Everyone loves a lake town where you can walk straight from the downtown streets onto a sandy beach and into cool, clear mountain water. The small town of Harrison, Idaho, fits the bill, sitting right on Lake Coeur d’Alene with close access to the Coeur d’Alene River and a chain of lakes connected to the
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Bike to these 11 Historic Sites along the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes
Plan a historic sight-seeing bike trip on the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, a 73.2-mile paved trail stretching across the Idaho Panhandle from Plummer to Mullan. Visit historic mining towns, museums, old railways, mines, memorials, a mission, and more.
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5 Family Hikes for Lakeside Fun Near Spokane
Water can be the perfect motivation to get kids hiking. Here are 5 destinations to or along lakes in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
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