Couer d’Alene, Idaho

Couer d’Alene was just a mid-way stop for us between where we live and Glacier National Park, but we ended up loving this quaint town and the day we spent there. Here are some things to do and see if you are visiting Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

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Lake Coeur d’Alene Boat Cruise
The best way to see the gorgeous Lake Couer d’Alene is on a boat. We took a brunch cruise but there are several different cruises offered throughout the day. Cruises range from $20-60 per person depending what type of cruise it is.
Visit Couer d’Alene Cruises website HERE.

We were very impressed with the brunch spread. It was all you can eat and there was plenty to choose from.

There are restrooms on board, a bar, and plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. We took Aurora upstairs to see the Captain and he even let us take the wheel for a bit.

Lake Couer d’Alene
If you are not a boat person, there are other ways to see Lake Couer d’Alene. City Park is close to the marina and downtown. This park has pavilions, restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground.
View more info on the website HERE.

Mudgy Moose Trail
If you have kiddos, this activity is a must do! While you are walking around and exploring Downtown Couer d’Alene watch out for the Moose statues. They are based off of a cute Children’s book where Mudgy the Moose if looking for her mouse friend Millie. We ordered the book before our trip and brought it with us to read along at each stop. You can print out the map for the trail HERE.

Stroll Downtown Couer d”Alene
There are tons of really cute shops and restaurants to explore Downtown. The entire area is very walkable. I also enjoyed all of the art installations throughout the city.

Yall know I love shopping and supporting small businesses, here are some of my favorites:
Magpies
Into the Woods
Mix It Up
Coeur d’Alene Garment District
Lucky Monkey

Hiking & Cliff Jumping at Tubbs Hill
Tubbs Hill was our personal favorite spot in Couer d”Alene. It offers a hiking trail, plenty of swim spots, rocks to jump off of, and more. We did the hike and ended our day swimming in the water watching the sunset.

Tubbs Hill Trail
2 miles round trip, Easy
Dog Friendly
The trail offers some gorgeous views. We saw deer and turkey on the trail. There are also plenty of stop off areas to swim.
View more info about the trail HERE.

Finding the fun everywhere life takes us!
Love, Olivia Michelle