North Idaho includes portions of Idaho’s most scenic mountain ranges - the Selkirk, Cabinet, Coeur d’Alene, and Bitterroot Mountains.

The waters of the Pend Oreille, Coeur d’Alene, and Priest Lake, set against lush evergreen mountains, makes Idaho’s northern region an unforgettable vacation paradise. After the glaciers of the last great ice age melted, they left beautiful lakes, mountains, rivers, and fertile valleys.

Whether you’re looking for lodging, planning a day trip, or seeking general tips, come here to go North Idaho! Go skiing or snowmobiling on 400 miles of trail around Priest Lake. Get that tent out and go camping in Kootenai County under the stars that shine as brightly as the garnets and silver we pull from our mines. Put a boat out on the waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene, or dip a toe into Priest River. Hike and bike the trails all around our famous panhandle, or just sit back and enjoy the majestic view. A vacation in North Idaho is a jumping off point. Come here to go!

The Coeur d’Alene, Kaniksu, and St. Joe National Forests encompass the Idaho Panhandle National Forest region. We invite you to experience and discover all of this in magnificent North Idaho. Plan your visit to vibrant regions across North Idaho in any of the four seasons. Great things are happening in North Idaho all year long!