 | The
Festival at Sandpoint ~ (888) 265-4554
Internationally renown outdoor concert series.
2007 features: The Spokane Symphony, Jonny Lang with LeRoy
Bell & His Only Friends, Lyle Lovett with Bearfoot, Family Concert, Robert
Earl Keen with Reckless Kelly, Los Lonely Boys with Jackie Greene, Josh
Ritter & Madeleine Peyroux, and Mark O'Conner with the Spokane Symphony
conducted by Maestro Gary Sheldon. |
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Silverwood Theme Park & Boulder Beach Water park -~(208)
683-3400
Silverwood is the northwest's largest theme park with over 60 rides and attractions, including three roller coasters,
the Boulder Beach Water Park, monster water slides, a steam engine train,
live entertainment, restaurants, and more. 30 minutes south of Sandpoint. |
| Panida
Theater ~ (208)263-9191
Small Community Theater that attracts big acts. Past
Performers include Bonnie Raitt, Arlo Guthrie, and Wynton Marsalis. |
| Schweitzer
Mountain Resort ~ (800)831-8810
Schweitzer is famous for its massive bowls and
breathtaking views. Schweitzer sits on 7,000 acres, 2,400 feet of
vertical, 82 named runs, and 7 chairlifts with 2900
acres of skiable terrain, the largest in
Idaho and Washington. There is a slo 30K of cross country
trails, beautiful snowshoe trails, brand-new tubing center, shopping,
snowmobile and backcountry ski tours, and dog sledding tours. The
resort has numerous summer activities including mountain biking, hiking,
chairlift rides, horseback riding, disc golf, climbing wall, bungee jump
trampoline, picnicking and huckleberry picking, plus frequent music events
and festivals. |
| Golf at the
Idaho Club ~ 18-Hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course,
formerly the Hidden Lakes Golf Course - (208)265-8600 18 holes, 8
miles east of Sandpoint, 9 holes may open in 2007 |
| Elks Golf Course - (208)263-4321 9 holes perfect for the
beginner or intermediate golfer, located at the edge of town, reasonably
priced and nicely groomed |
| StoneRidge
Golf Community ~ (208)437-4653 50 minutes southwest of
Sandpoint in Blanchard, completely renovated in 2001 and offers enough
challenge for any level of golfer |
|
Priest Lake Golf Course ~ (208)443-2525 scenic 18-hole layout just
west of Priest Lake, with a new back nine that has drawn favorable
reviews. |
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Mountain Horse Adventures ~ (208)263-trot
Wonderful and relaxing guided horse tours.
Enjoy a leisurely tour through rich mountain forests and alpine meadows
bursting with wildflowers and teaming with wildlife. Gorgeous views that
would shame a postcard! Well mannered horses will fit all riders from the
timid to the experienced horseperson. Their 3 hour ride includes time for
a view at Picnic Point. |
| Lake
Pend Oreille Cruises ~ (208)255-lake
Cruise on the Shawnodese, a unique chartering
vessel. Experience breathtaking scenery on Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho's
largest lake. Daily cruises, plus sunset and dessert cruses, dinner
and island tours. Jet boat rentals also available. |
| A Day on the
Lake Boat Rentals ~ ski boats, pontoons, SeaDoos.
(208)755-4958 |
| Pend Oreille Winery
~
220 Cedar Street, Sandpoint (208) 265-8545
Live Music every Friday and Saturday, Award winning wines,
Complimentary tasting and tours. An emphasis on balance and
elegance results in wines that flatter the meals with which they are
served. Idaho's 2003 Winery of the Year. |
| Heaven The
Spa ~ spa paties, luxury facials, couples massages, deep tissue
and hot rock massages, holistic body spa treatments, waxing, nails,
make-up |
|
Kootenai River Casino ~ in Bonners Ferry - just 30 minutes north
In the casino, huge player's club bonuses, and massive progressive
jackpots mean big winning. Four casino rooms (one non-smoking) nearly 500
machines including Canadian payouts and casino cocktail service make
winning fun! |
| Idaho State
Parks ~ (208)334-4199
The closest is Round Lake State
Park 10 miles south of Sandpoint with a scenic interpretive trail and
great fishing.
Farragut State Park is located 30 minutes south of Sandpoint and
has 4,000 scenic acres along side Lake Pend Oreille. Mountain biking
and an 18-hole disc golf course are available. |
| Sandpoint City Beach ~ large waterfront park with sandy beach,
a paved strolling path at the water's edge, covered picnic areas, and a
nice place to stroll after a tasty dinner, sailboat and canoe rentals
available |
| The Long Bridge ~ paved biking, jogging, and walking trails
across the street from Condo Del Sol. Swimming beach as well |
| Trains ~ Sandpoint is located at the convergence of the former
Great Northern and Northern Pacific mainlines from northern and central
Montana, which merged into the Burlington Northern system in 1970.
"The Funnel" is a very active rail crossroads. On average, 50 trains
pass through per day. One can see all the principle modes of
locomotives as they pass through the area. The transfer yard in
Ponderay, 2 miles north of Sandpoint, is a great spot to take photos and
see the trains switching tracks. |
| Hiking ~ there are more than 100 maintained trails within a
couple hours drive of Sandpoint ranging from easy strolls to waterfalls
and panoramas. |
| Bonner
County Historical Museum -~609 S. Ella, (208)263-2344
Sandpoint history and rich railroading heritage and pioneer memorabilia. |
| Kootenai
National Wildlife Refuge ~ 30 miles north of Sandpoint near
Bonners Ferry. Hiking and cross-country ski trails and blinds where
waterfowl can be viewed. In the autumn, the refuge plays host to
literally tens of thousands of ducks, geese, and swans migrating down the
Pacific Flyway. Summer residents include bald eagles, rough-legged
hawks, herons, geese, and ducks. With luck you may spot elk, deer,
moose or bear. Auto tours are open daily except for hunting season
in October-November. |
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| Arlo's Ristorante ~ 330 North First Avenue, Sandpoint (208)
255-4186
Authentic "New York Style" Italian cuisine & homemade desserts.
Enjoy occasional live music - acoustic guitar playing & singers |
| Bangkok Cuisine Thai Restaurant ~ 202 North Second Street,
Sandpoint (208) 265-4149
Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine at this restaurant that also offers wine,
beer, and daily specials. Very popular! Delicious food |
| Beach House Bar and Grill ~ 58 Bridge Street, Sandpoint (208)
255-4947
Dine right on the water at City Beach! Views of the mountains!
Seafood and regional cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, & dinner |
| Bottle Bay Resort & Marina ~ 115 Resort Road, Sagle (208)
263-5916
Outdoor deck overlooks the bay. Delicious burgers and fries.
Traditional American cuisine |
| Di Luna's ~ 207 Cedar Street, Sandpoint (208) 263-0846
Delicious breakfast omelets! Also serving lunch and dinner.
Occasional live music |
| Eichardt's Pub Grill & Coffee House ~ 212 Cedar Street,
Sandpoint (208) 263-4005
Great pub food and the best fish and chips in the Northwest! Live
Music Almost Every Weekend |
| Floating Restaurant ~ Hwy 200, Hope (208) 264-5311
Regional cuisine featuring fresh fish, local beef, pastas & more!
Accessible by boat or car. Panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille
while dining from the floating deck or indoor dining room. Full bar, award
winning wine list |
| Hoot Owl Cafe ~ 30784 Hwy 200 East, Ponderay (208) 265-9348
Local favorite, True North Idaho, Generous sized plates at affordable
prices |
| Hydra
Restaurant ~ 115 Lake Street, Sandpoint (208) 263-7123
Popular dining establishment, open 7 days a week. Menu specialties
include fresh fish, creative pastas, prime rib, steaks, and an incredible
salad bar. Nightly specials in the lounge. |
| Joel's Mexican Food ~ Church Street, downtown Sandpoint (208)
265-8991
Popular taco bar with variety of Mexican food specialties |
| Ivano's
Ristorante & Caffe ~ 102 South First Avenue., Suite 101,
Sandpoint (208) 263-0211
Italian food, Dine inside or out in the patio area. Also has a very nice
wine bar. |
| Pend Oreille
Winery ~ 220 Cedar Street, Sandpoint (208) 265-8545
Every Friday and Saturday hear live music! Award winning wines! An
emphasis on balance and elegance results in wines that flatter the meals
with which they are served. |
| Sandpoint Creek Grill ~ 105 South First Avenue, Sandpoint
(208) 255-5736
Extensive wine list and delicious menu of Pacific Northwest fare.
Wonderful downtown Sandpoint location. Fantastic views & romantic ambience |
| Second Avenue Pizza ~ 215 South Second Avenue, Sandpoint (208)
263-9321
Their pizza's are loaded w/fresh ingredients. Some even weigh 7lbs when
cooked! Excellent calzones, pizza's, salads & sandwiches. |
| Spuds
Rotisserie & Grill ~ 102 North First Street, Sandpoint (208)
265-4311
Delicious soups, salads, and potato creations! Eat out on the deck
overlooking Sand Creek |
| Starbucks
~ 108 North First Avenue, Sandpoint (208) 263-1330
Popular place to get a cup of Java or a yummy dessert! Look out at
beautiful Sand Creek |
| Swans Landing ~ 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle (208) 265-2000
Delicious soups, salads, and potato creations! Eat out on the deck
overlooking Sand Creek |
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| Bayview ~ located at the southern end of Lake Pend Oreille in a
very scenic bay. It is a known haven for sail boaters and offers a
public boat launch as well as numerous marinas. For dinner try the
Buttonhook Inn. Farragut State Park is adjacent to the
bay and has great picnic spots and hiking and mountain biking trails. |
| Priest Lake ~ located northwest of Sandpoint. The trail
system provides outstanding mountain biking and hiking in the summer with
some of the best snowmobiling and cross country skiing in the winter.
Marinas offer boat rentals and ramps for access to the lake. |
| Priest River ~ a scenic 20 mile drive along the Pend Oreille
River west of Sandpoint. This historic town was in its heyday during
the lumber and railroad boom. |
| Pend Oreille Scenic Byway to Hope ~ A great road trip that
follows the shore of Lake Pend Oreille for the majority of its length,
then continues along the Clark Fork River to the Montana State Line.
Consider stopping in Hope for lunch and some boating or swimming at Sam
Owen State Park on the Hope Peninsula. Restaurant suggestions in
Hope include: Hi Hopes Cafe, Ice House Pizzeria, Historic Hope
Hotel, The Floating Restaurant, and The Dock on the Bay.
The 34 mile drive has several wayside interpretive exhibits found at the
Pack River Wildlife Area, Pend Oreille Geologic Site, Hope Community
Historical Site, Denton Slough Waterfowl Area, and Cabinet Gorge
Interpretive Site. You will learn about local wildlife, unbelievable
glacial forces at work, cultural significance of the Kalispel Tribe of
Indians, and the history of the past 200 years while enjoying some
magnificent scenery. |
| International Selkirk Loop ~ Named The Northwest's Most Scenic
Drive in Sunset Magazine in 2001, Sandpoint is a gateway community to the
International Selkirk Loop. The loop is a 280 mile scenic drive that
wanders through Idaho, Washington, and British Columbia, Canada.
Visit www.selkirkloop.org for
additional information on what to see and do along the loop. |
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