Sandpoint Acclaim‘America’s Prettiest Winter Town.’

–Travel + Leisure

‘Vibrant downtown and one of the prettiest lake beaches in the West.’

–Country Living Magazine

‘An idyllic adventure haven.’–National Geographic Adventure

‘A Norman Rockwell-Meets-Ansel Adams Classic.’

–USA Today

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P roclaimed “The Most Beautiful Small Town in America” by Rand McNally and USA Today, Sandpoint is often extolled for its idyllic setting along the shores of gorgeous Lake

Pend Oreille amidst majestic mountains. But all of that is secondary to Sandpoint’s friendly, genuine, hometown feel. You could say we have good energy.

Sandpoint’s four-season scenic beauty is simply unforgettable, and its big-city arts scene, including the Festival at Sandpoint, keeps folks entertained when they’re not enjoying the great outdoors. Hit the powdery slopes of nearby Schweitzer Mountain Resort, touted as one of “10 Best Mountains You’ve Never Skied” by Ski Magazine and the “Top Ski Town” by Rand McNally. Then meet up with friends at a downtown hotspot before taking in a performance or cultural film at the Panida Theater ... all in the same day!

Take a relaxing driving tour on scenic byways or soak in the views from abundant hiking and biking trails

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near the lake or up in the mountains. The town’s renowned train funnel thrills railfans, while remnants of colossal Ice Age floods awe geology fans. City Beach, located in the heart of Sandpoint on Lake Pend Oreille, delights sun worshipers. Plus, birders and wildlife lovers find numerous venues to observe nature in action.

Wine and beer aficionados have something to cheer about at Sandpoint’s award-winning breweries and winery; plus, an impressive selection of gourmet-fare restaurants make even the most discerning palate rejoice.

Find your stride in Sandpoint. There’s a pace – and place – for everyone!

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Motels , H otels a nd lodge sbest Western edgewater resort 800.635.2534 208.263.3194 $$ SandpointHotels.com/edgewater

best Western Kootenai river inn & spa 888.875.8259 208.267.8511 $$ KootenaiRiverInn.com

days inn 208.263.1222 $ DaysInnSandpoint.comguesthouse Lodge-sandpoint 800.214.8378 208.263.2210 $ GuesthouseIntl.comholiday inn express & suites 888.465.4329 208.255.4500 $$ hiexpress.com/sandpointnorthhoward Johnson inn 800.466.4656 208.263.5383 $ hojo.comK2 inn 208.265.5896 $ K2innSandpoint.comLa Quinta inn & suites 800.282.0660 208.263.9581 $$ Hotels-West.com

Lodge at sandpoint 208.263.2211 $$ LodgeAtSandpoint.com

sandpoint Quality inn 866.519.7683 208.263.2111 $ SandpointHotels.com/QualityInn

ResoRts , C ond os and VaCat Ion R e ntals26 harbor View Luxury home 888.366.4378 949.887.8814 $$$ homeaway.com/p220593

a day on The Lake Vacation rentals 208.755.4958 $$ ADayOnTheLake.com

archer Vacation condos 877.982.2954 509.382.2954 $$ 10kVacationRentals.com/sandpointbottle bay resort & Marina 877.487.4643 208.265.0951 $$ BottleBay Resort.com

dover bay Waterfront resort 208.263.5493 $$ DoverBayIdaho.com

From the heart ranch 208.265.2788 $$ FromTheHeartRanch.comhill’s resort 208.443.2551 $$ HillsResort.comsandpoint Vacation rentals 866.263.7570 208.263.7570 $$ SandpointVacations.comschweitzer Mountain resort 800.831.8810 208.263.9555 $$ Schweitzer.com

Cab Ins , gu est RanC He s and b ed & b Re akfastsdiamond T guest ranch 208.266.0490 $ DiamondTRanch.comhuckleberry Tent & breakfast 208.266.0155 $$ HuckleberryTentAndBreakfast.com

Log spirit bed & breakfast 208.683.4722 $$ LogSpirit.com

north idaho bed & breakfast 800.335.1232 208.667.1232 $$ nibba.com

sleep’s cabins 866.302.2122 208.255.2122 $$ SleepsCabins.comsweet Magnolia bed & breakfast 208.263.2425 $$ SweetMagnoliabandb.com

Western Pleasure guest ranch/b&b 888.863.9066 208.263.9066 $$ WesternPleasureRanch.com

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Best Western Kootenai River Inn Spa & Casino 208.267.8511 / 888.875.8259 100 KootenaiRiverInn.com

Community Room at Sandpoint Center 208.263.0505 120 PanhandleBank.com

Dover Bay Resort 208.265.1597 200 DoverBayIdaho.com

Hill’s Resort 208.443.2551 100 HillsResort.com

La Quinta Inn 208.263.9581 / 800.282.0660 50 Hotels-West.com

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises 208.255.5253 / 888.726.3764 30 LakePendOreilleCruises.com

Little Diamond KOA Granite Lodge 800.562.4788 60 Koa.com/Campgrounds/Newport

Lodge at Sandpoint 208.263.2211 65 LodgeAtSandpoint.com

Sandpoint Business & Events Center 208.263.7770 344 SandpointEventsCenter.com

Sandpoint Quality Inn 208.263.2111 / 866.519.7683 25 SandpointHotels.com/qualityinn

Schweitzer Mountain Resort 208.263.9555 ext. 2820 250 Schweitzer.com

Sleep’s Cabins 208.255.2122 / 866.302.2122 30 SleepsCabins.com

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch / B&B 208.263.9066 / 888.863.9066 150 WesternPleasureRanch.com

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Ot her eVent & Cat er i ng Opt i OnSBonner County Fairgrounds 208.263.8414Blue Lake RV 208.946.3361Enchanted Events 208.255.2426Jupiter Jane Traveling Café 408.759.2033Mike & Alexa Food Cart 208.265.1963Panida Theater 208.263.9191Ponderay Events Center 208.263.0271Sandpoint City Beaches & Parks 208.263.3613Seven Sisters Catering 208.720.4685

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HWy 95 SoUtH/SagLe/atHoL/BayVieWAlpine Park 208.265.0179Cozy RV Park 208.265.4949

Kelso Lake Resort 208.683.2297Lakeland RV Park 208.683.4108MacDonald’s Hudson Bay Resort 208.683.2211Mirror Lake 509.710.0889Scenic Bay RV and Campground 208.683.2243The Country Inn 208.263.3333

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HWy 200 eaSt/HoPe/CLaRK FoRKHuckleberry tent & Breakfast 208.266.0155 Kitchenette Shower HuckleberryTentAndBreakfast.comIsland View Resort 208.264.5509 Mini-Mart Sandpoint.com/go/IslandViewPend Oreille RV Park 208.264.5695 Open year-round

HWy 95 SoUtH/SagLeGarfield Bay Campground 208.255.5681 Shower Water, toilets, picnic areatravel america 208.263.6522 Open year-round, tenters welcome

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Whiskey Rock Campground (no fee) 208.263.5111 Vault toilet, picnic area, tent sites Hwy 95 soutH/saglE/atHol/BayviEw

Farragut State Park 208.683.2425 Elec Shower IdahoParks.org, cabins, tenters

Green Bay Campground (no fee) 208.263.5111 Vault toilet, picnic area, tent sites

Round Lake State Park 208.263.3489 Elec IdahoParks.org, open year-round

Springy Point Rec. Area 877.444.6777 Shower Recreation.govHwy 2 wEst/laClEdE/priEst rivEr/priEst lakE/NEwport,wa

Albeni Cove Recreation Area 208.437.3133 Recreation.gov

Priest Lake State Park 208.443.2200 Shower IdahoParks.org, cabins

Priest River Recreation Area 877.444.6777 Shower Playground, bike campsites

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Bottle Bay Resort (Seasonal) Bottle Bay 208.265.0951 Casual

Cabinet Mountain Coffee Schweitzer Mountain 208.263.9555 Coffee and Pastries

Chimney Rock grill Schweitzer Mountain 208.255.3071 Fine Dining

Dish at Dover Bay Café Dover Bay 208.265.6467 Café and Market

eichardt’s Pub, grill & Coffee House Sandpoint 208.263.4005 Pub and Grill

Fifth avenue Restaurant Sandpoint 208.263.0596 American

Floating Restaurant on Lake Pend oreille Hope 208.264.5311 Steak and Seafood

Forty-one South Rest. & Shoga Sushi Bar Sagle 208.265.2000 Fine Dining

Garfield Shores Resort & Marina Club Sagle 208.263.9595 Pizza, Salads, Burgers

gourmandie Schweitzer Mountain 208.263.9555 Wine, Specialty Market

Hill’s Resort Priest Lake 208.443.2551 Steak and Seafood

Lakeview Café Schweitzer Mountain 208.263.9555 Mexican, Cafeteria Style

Mickduff’s Brewing Co. Sandpoint 208.255.4351 Pub Food with Flair

Mojo Coyote Café Schweitzer Mountain 208.263.9555 Café

Pucci’s Pub Schweitzer Mountain 208.255.7508 American

Sam’s alley Schweitzer Mountain 208.263.9555 Pizza

Springs Restaurant & Lounge, The Bonners Ferry 208.267.8511 Fine Dining

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Pend Oreille Pasta & Wine Market 208.263.1352Spuds Waterfront Grill 208.265.4311Stacey’s Country Kitchen 208.265.5095 Sweet Lou’s (Seasonal, Hope) 208.264.5999Sweet Lou’s (Ponderay) 208.263.1381Tango Café 208.263.9514The Little Olive Restaurant & Big Tuna Sushi Bar 208.597.7499The Loading Dock 208.265.8080The Pita Pit 208.263.8989The Readery 208.597.7866

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JanuaryBanff Mountain Film Festival. Award-winning films world tour, Jan. 24-26 at the Panida. Mountain-Fever.com. 208-263-9191

F eBRuaRYinternational guitar night. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents four masters in an acoustic performance at the Panida Theater, Feb. 7. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

Mousetrap. Sandpoint Onstage presents Agatha Christie murder mystery in the Little Theater, Feb. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23. SandpointOnstage.com 208-263-9191

Sandpoint Winter Carnival. The community celebrates the season with contests, concerts, parties and family events, Feb. 15-24. Presented by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association, Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and Schweitzer. SandpointWinterCarnival.com. 800-800-2106 or 208-255-1876Sandpoint Ski Joring. 1 horse, 1 rope, 1 skier and a course of jumps and gates at high speeds at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, Feb. 16-17. Sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce. SandpointSkiJoring.com. 208-263-2161taste of Sandpoint. Annual event at Sandpoint Events Center where local restaurants offer up samples of fine food and drinks, Feb. 21. Sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce. SandpointChamber.com. 208-263-2161

maRchtortoise and the Hare. Pend Oreille Arts Council sponsors Missoula Children’s Theatre play in the Panida Theater, March 3. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

Laurie Rubin. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents a mezzo-soprano opera singer who delivers a powerful performance of song and heartfelt memoir at the Panida Theater, March 7. 208-263-6139

Student art Show. Pend Oreille Arts Council hosts annual art show with reception at the Power House, March 8. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

the Follies. Annual Angels Over Sandpoint production features zany local acts at the Panida Theater, March 8-9. 208-597-3670

grom Stomp. Schweitzer hosts a grom-sized slopestyle and boardercross competition for those aged 6-11, March 10. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

on ensemble. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents a Japanese drumming performance at the Panida Theater, March 13. 208-263-6139

Stomp games. Schweitzer hosts some of the best riders in the region for rail jam, slopestyle and ridercross contests, March 15-16. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

a pR i Ltropical daze. Season-ending fun festival at Schweitzer Mountain Resort with games, derbies and live music, april 6-7. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

Colin Hay. Too Far North Productions and KPND present Men at Work’s front man in concert at the Panida, april 13. 208-263-9191

annual Wine tasting, dinner and auction. The Festival at Sandpoint hosts gala at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, april 26. 208-265-4554

K&K Fishing derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club holds its annual spring fishing contest, april 27 to May 5. Kicks off with a fundraising auction at the Elks Lodge, april 26. lpoic.org. 509-928-9245

maYEvery Saturday, May 4 to Sept. 7: Summer Sounds. Free concert series at Arlo’s stage on First Avenue. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

Every Saturday and Wednesday, May 4 to oct. 12: Farmers Market at Sandpoint. This open-air market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs for the season at Farmin Park and Oak Street. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355

Lost in the ’50s. Sandpoint goes retro May 16-19, with a vintage car parade, concerts, a street dance, car rally and fun run. lostinthe50s.org. 208-265-5678

J uneartWalk. Opening receptions June 21 for the 26th annual revolving art exhibit at 20 or so gallery locations downtown through Sept. 6, sponsored by POAC. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

Battle of the Bulls. Annual bull riding and barrel racing contest June 26 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. 208-263-8414

Summer Sampler. Taste cuisine of Sandpoint’s finest restaurants at Farmin Park plus enjoy cook-offs and more, June 27. Sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce. SandpointChamber.org. 800-800-2106the Wizard of oz. Sandpoint Onstage presents a favorite classic, June 28-29 and July 5, 6, 12 and 13 at the Panida. SandpointOnstage.com 208-263-9191

Schweitzer Summer Celebration. Summer season opener with free chairlift rides, family activities and wine tasting, June 30. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

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followed by stage performances and fireworks at City Beach, July 4. 208-263-4118

Festival at Sandpoint art Unveiling. Fine art poster unveiling at Dover Bay, July 11. 208-265-4554

Classic Boat Festival. Downtown events plus classic boat parade along Sand Creek, July 12-14. WoodBoatFestival.com. 208-255-1876

CHaFe 150. Sponsored by Sandpoint Rotary Club, this benefit ride takes bicyclists on a 150-mile route through Idaho and Montana, July 20. Leg 1 of TriSandpoint competition. Chafe150.org.

Mountain Music Festival and Schweitzer trail Run. Outdoor concerts on the mountain, plus family activities and competitive trail run, July 20. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

Crazy days. Downtown merchants offer big deals July 27 in annual sidewalk sale. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

auGuStFestival at Sandpoint. 31st annual internationally renowned outdoor concert series at Memorial Field, aug. 1-11. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 888-265-4554

Long Bridge Swim. 19th annual 1.76-mile swim across Lake Pend Oreille, aug. 3. Leg 2 of TriSandpoint competition. LongBridgeSwim.com. 208-265-5412

Schweitzer Huckleberry Festival. Celebration in honor of the native huckleberry at Schweitzer, aug. 4. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

artists’ Studio tour. Tenth annual self-guided driving tour of working studios over two weekends, aug. 10-11 and 17-18. ArtTourDrive.org. 800-800-2106

Wings over Sandpoint Fly-in. Sandpoint EAA Chapter 1441 hosts breakfast and invites regional pilots to fly into Sandpoint Airport and display classic, experimental and float planes, aug. 10. 208-255-9954

arts & Crafts Fair. POAC’s annual juried art exhibit at City Beach with kids’ activities and more, aug. 10-11. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

Spokane to Sandpoint Relay. Team running event, 185 miles from Mt. Spokane to City Beach, aug. 16-17. SpokaneToSandpoint.com. 541-350-4635

Bonner County Fair and Rodeo. Rodeo aug. 16-17 precedes annual county fair, aug. 20-24, that concludes

with the Demolition Derby at the fairgrounds. 208-263-8414

Schweitzer Fall Fest. Annual outdoor music festival at Schweitzer, aug. 31-Sept. 2. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

Sept emBeR Harvest Party. Annual event Sept. 6-8 at Pend d’Oreille Winery with family-friendly activities, food sampling, wine tasting and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

the Scenic Half. Fifth annual! 5K/10K and half marathon around scenic Sandpoint, Sept. 15. Sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce. Final leg of TriSandpoint competition. TheScenicHalf.com. 208-263-2161WaCanid Ride. Six-day bicycle tour, 344 miles around the Selkirk Mountains, Sept. 16-21, presented by the International Selkirk Loop and Rotary International. WaCanId.com. 888-823-2626

idaho draft Horse and Mule international. The Northwest’s largest draft horse and mule expo, Sept. 19-22 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. IdahoDraftHorseShow.com. 208-263-8414

octoBeRHarvestfest. Farmers Market at Sandpoint closes its season oct. 12 with entertainment, food booths, arts and crafts, and displays at Farmin Park and Oak. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355

Warren Miller Ski Film. Annual event sponsored by Alpine Shop at the Panida Theater, oct. 19. 208-263-5157

noVemBeRthanksgiving Fishing derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club’s annual fall fishing contest, nov. 23-27 and 29-dec. 1. lpoic.org. 509-928-9245

Holidays in Sandpoint. Special events start with tree lighting ceremony and caroling nov. 29 and continues through Jan. 1. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

DecemBeRSanta’s traditional Schweitzer Visit. Santa hits the slopes and stops off at the Selkirk Lodge, dec. 24. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

new year’s eve. Come dec. 31, Schweitzer hosts multiple parties to usher in the new year. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

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SUMMER ACTIVITY TELEPHONE DESCRIPTION AND WEBSITE

A rt / F i l m E v E ntsFestival at Sandpoint 208.265.4554 World-class outdoor concert series. FestivalatSandpoint.com

POAC’s ArtWalk and Arts & Crafts Fair 208.263.6139 POAC is northern Idaho’s home of the arts. ArtinSandpoint.org

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Action Water Sports 208.255.7100 Lessons and tours. ActionWaterSportsLessons.com

A Day On The Lake 208.687.1450 Boat, Sea Doo, SUP and personal watercraft rentals. ADayontheLake.com

Bottle Bay Resort and Marina 208.265.0951 Gas, moorage, kayak, canoe and paddleboat rentals. BottleBayResort.com

Dover Bay Marina & Resort 208.263.5493 Full-service marina. Kayak and canoe rentals. DoverBayIdaho.com

Garfield Bay Kayak Rentals 208.263.9429 Marina, kayak and SUP rentals by the hour, half day and full day

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises 208.255.5253 Group and private tours available. LakePendOreilleCruises.com

Lodge at Sandpoint 208.263.2211 Canoe and kayak rentals. LodgeAtSandpoint.com

Sandpoint Marine & Motorsports 208.263.1535 Boat and other watercraft rentals. SandpointMarineAndMotorsports.com

Sandpoint & Holiday Shores Marinas 208.263.3083 Marina, marine gas, boat slips. SandpointWaterfront.com

3 Heart Outfitters 208.267.5858 May-June whitewater rafting. 3heartoutfitters.net

Wheels & Waves 208.946.9676 Boats, jet ski and more with delivery. SandpointRecreationalRentals.com

F i sh i n gGo Fish Charters 208.597.5020 On Lake Pend Oreille and the Clark Fork River. GoFishCharters.org

3 Heart Outfitters 208.267.5858 Guided fishing. 3heartoutfitters.net

gol F i ngMirror Lake Golf Course 208.267.5314 9-hole course in Bonners Ferry.

Priest Lake Golf Course 208.443.2525 18-hole championship course in the woods. PriestLakeGolfCourse.com

Ranch Club Golf Course 208.448.1731 9-hole course in Priest River. RanchClubGolfCourse.com

Sandpoint Elks Golf Club 208.263.4321 9-hole community golf course, restaurant. SandpointElksGolfCourse.com

The Idaho Club 208.265.8600 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Course. TheIdahoClub.com

h ik i n g/m oun tA in B i k i ng/ChA i r l i F t r i d Es/Z i P l i n i ng/At v/B i k E r EntAlsDover Bay Waterfront Resort 208.263.5493 Nine miles of trails through natural preserves. DoverBayIdaho.com

Farragut State Park 208.683.2425 More than 40 miles of trails to explore. IdahoParks.org

Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge 208.267.3888 Foot trails offer views of wildlife habitat. fws.gov/Kootenai

Priest Lake 208.443.2512 Abundance of trails in the Selkirk Mountains. PriestLake.orgaCTion waTer SporTS

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Round Lake State Park 208.263.3489 Three trails surround 58-acre lake. IdahoParks.org

Sandpoint Ranger District 208.263.5111 75 trails on over 270 miles of developed routes. fs.fed.us/ipnf

Schweitzer Mountain Resort 208.255.3081 Zip line, hiking, mountain biking and more. Schweitzer.com

WaterLife Discovery Center 208.769.1414 Interpretive trails along the Pend Oreille River

Wheels & Waves 208.946.9676 ATV and dirt bike rentals. SandpointRecreationalRentals.com

Horseback r i d i ng Mountain Horse Adventures 208.263.8768 Trail rides on Schweitzer Mountain. MountainHorseAdventures.com

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch 208.263.9066 Trail rides, lessons and more. WesternPleasureRanch.com

sea plane ToursSandpoint Seaplane Service 208.290.3257 Backcountry flying tours. Sandpoint.com/seaplane

scen i c dr iv e sInternational Selkirk Loop 888.823.2626 Scenic drive through Idaho, Washington and Canada. SelkirkLoop.org

Pend Oreille National Scenic Byway 208.267.0822 33-mile drive through postcard-quality scenery. IdahoByways.gov

sw immin gSandpoint West Athletic Club 208.263.6633 Complete fitness facility with indoor lane pool. SandpointWest.com

ToursAction Water Sports 208.255.7100 Private tours with chartered captains. ActionWaterSportsLessons.com

Albeni Falls Dam Tour 208.437.3133 Guided tours of the powerhouse. nws.usace.army.mil

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises 208.255.5253 Public and private tours. LakePendOreilleCruises.com

Laughing Dog Brewing 208.263.9222 Tour award-winning brewery. LaughingDogBrewing.comPend d’Oreille Winery 208.265.8545 Tours and tastings of award-winning wines. POWine.com

WaterLife Discovery Center 208.769.1414 Self-guided tour on the Pend Oreille River

Wolf People 208.263.1100 Tours at the store on Hwy 95 in Cocolalla and at the compound

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WINTER ACTIVITIESI c e F I sh I ng & skat In g

Round Lake State Park 208.263.3489 Staff-maintained skating on the lake. IdahoParks.org

Sandpoint City Beach/Sand Creek 208.263.3613 Staff-maintained skating downtown. CityofSandpoint.com

sk I I ng/nord I c sk I I n g/sn ow b oa rd Ing/snowshoe I ng/t ub I ng/ter r a I n ParkFarragut State Park 208.683.2425 7.5 miles of groomed ski trails. IdahoParks.org

Priest Lake Nordic Center 208.443.3191 Groomed Nordic trail system. PriestLakeGolfCourse.com

Schweitzer Mountain Resort 208.263.9555 Skiing and snowboarding, tubing, zip line and snowshoeing. Schweitzer.com

Western Pleasure Guest Ranch 208.263.9066 Cross-country skiing and showshoeing on groomed trails. WesternPleasureRanch.com

sle I gh r I d esWestern Pleasure Guest Ranch 208.263.9066 Nostalgic, horse-drawn rides. WesternPleasureRanch.com

snowmob I l I ngWheels & Waves 208.946.9676 Snowmobile rentals. SandpointRecreationalRentals.com

HealtH C lubsCurves of Sandpoint 208.255.1661 Women’s exercise, diet and coaching in Ponderay. curves.com

Exercise Institute 208.263.7251 1-on-1 training inside 360 Fitness in Sandpoint. exerciseinstitute.com

Sandpoint West Athletic Club 208.263.6633 Quality, multipurpose fitness facility. SandpointWest.com

Sandpoint Rock Gym Community-run bouldering gym. SandpointRockGym.com

MuseuMsBird Aviation Museum & Invention Center 208.255.4321 Honoring America’s inventors and aviators. BirdAviationMuseum.com

Bonner County Historical Museum 208.263.2344 Showcasing history and development of Bonner County.

Museum at the Brig 208.683.2425 History of World War II’s Farragut Naval Training Station. IdahoParks.org

Disclaimer: All activities dependent on weather conditions during shoulder seasons.

YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES

winer i eS / Brew e r i e S / taSt ing rOOm S / tOurS / COf f e e hOuSeSColdwater Creek Wine Bar 208.263.6971 Wine and beer, gourmet food, fireplace, live music. ColdwaterCreek.comeichardt’s Pub, grill & Coffee House 208.263.4005 Relaxing pub with casual dining, game room and frequent live music. On Facebook

Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters 208.265.5553 Artisan coffee roasters and espresso bar in Granary District. EvansBrothersCoffee.com

Kokanee Coffee Co. 208.597.7831 Micro roastery serving homemade soup, wraps and pastries. KokaneeCoffee.comLaughing dog Brewing 208.263.9222 Take a tour and taste award-winning handcrafted ales. LaughingDogBrewing.comMitzy’s Lounge 208.263.5423 Full-service, warm, comfortable lounge adjacent to Sandpoint Quality Inn.

Monarch Mountain Coffee, Inc. 208.265.9382 Premier coffee house and roastery with a casual atmosphere and cafe.Mickduff’s Brewing Company 208.255.4351 Brewing ales and root beer and serving pub fare. Mickduffs.comPend d’oreille Winery 208.265.8545 Tasting room, tours, tapas café, special events, live music. POWine.com219 Lounge 208.263.9934 Full-service bar serving award-winning 219er brew, open 365 days a year. On Facebook

Your Complete Wine Shoppe 208.263.2444 Beer and wine kits. Make your own or sample some of theirs.

The Sandpoint, Idaho Visitor Guide is a publication of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Downtown Sandpoint. Produced by Keokee, keokee.com

Cover photo by Doug Marshall. Other photos by Chris Bessler, Billie Jean Gerke, Chris Guibert, Gary Lirette, Doug Marshall, Laura Wahl, and courtesy of Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce members and Annie Pflueger.

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f r i endS O f tOur i Sm Bonner County Daily Bee 208.263.9534

Evergreen Realty 800.829.6370

Family Health Center 208.263.1435

Sandpoint Magazine/SandpointOnline.com 208.263.3573

Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty 208.282.6880

Friends of Tourism are all Visit Sandpoint Members and help support this publication

ShOpp ing/maLL/StOre S /thr i ft ShOp SBizarre Bazaar Upscale Resale 208.263.3400 502 Church St. Clothing, accessories, linens, kitchenware, decorative items, jewelry.

Bonner Mall 208.263.4272 300 Bonner Mall Way, Ponderay. Major retailers and variety shopping. BonnerMall.comColdwater Creek 208.263.2265 311 N. First Ave. Retailer’s flagship store in Sandpoint. ColdwaterCreek.com

Downtown Sandpoint Business Association 208.255.1876 231 N. Third Ave. Pedestrian-friendly assortment of shops. DowntownSandpoint.com

Goodwill Industries Thrift Store 208.265.1980 204 Larkspur St., Ponderay. Gently used and new items at bargain prices. goodwill.org

Litehouse Bleu Cheese Factory/gifts 208.263.2030 125 S. Second Ave. Huckleberry products, dressings, cheese, gifts. LitehouseFoods.com

Panhandle Animal Shelter Thrift Shoppe 208.265.7297 870 Kootenai Cut-Off Rd. Ponderay. Household items, clothing, furniture. pasidaho.org

Sanctuary Seconds 208.263.0300 521 Church St. Thrift shop benefits Life-Time Friends Animal Sanctuary. ltfas.orgSandpoint Shopping district 208.265.7900 Unique shopping experience in the heart of Sandpoint. SandpointShoppingDistrict.com Schweitzer Village 208.263.9555 At Schweitzer Mountain. Fine outdoor clothing and gear, artists studio. Schweitzer.com

Seconds Anyone? Thrift Store 208.263.3247 502 Cedar St., Ste E. LPOHS facility for clothing, household, antiques and furniture.

The Cottage Thrift 208.255.7800 1410 Boyer Ave. Home and garden items. Benefits Panhandle Special Needs Inc.

SpaSthe Spa at Seasons 208.263.5616 Luxury spa in downtown Sandpoint featuring the latest techniques. SpaAtSeasons.com

theaterSBonner Mall Cinemas 208.263.7147 Six-theater facility features first-run movies. Reel.net

Panida Theater and Little Theater 208.263.9191 Historic theater in the heart of Sandpoint. Panida.org

Gett i nG H ere i s easy !Sandpoint is only 90 minutes from Spokane, Wash., and easily accessible by air, rail or car.

AIR: Sandpoint Airport accommodates private planes. airnav.com/airport/SZT (208.263.9102). The Spokane International Airport is 86 miles southwest on Interstate 90. For airport shuttle service call White Tail Transportation at 208.448.0848. Air Idaho Charters provides on-demand flights to the Lower 48 states. airidaho charters.com (208.304.0883).

RAIL: Amtrak Empire Builder stops in downtown Sandpoint, with connections west to Seattle and Portland and east to Minneapolis and Chicago. Amtrak.com

CAR: At the crossroads of Highways 95, 2 and 200 with easy access from Washington, Montana and Canada. I-90 passes 45 miles south of Sandpoint. Take Highway 95 north from Coeur d’Alene. Rentals are available in Sandpoint: Taylor & Sons Chevrolet, 866.613.9199 or 208.263.2138; Thrifty Car Rental, 800.367.2277 or 208.255.7909; and SilverWing Hertz, 208.263.9102.

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