Hiking

HIKING in North IDAHO

Surrounded by state and national forestlands in the Selkirk, Cabinet and Bitterroot mountain ranges, the Sandpoint area has more than 200 established hiking trails. Listed below are some favorites hikes; to find more, check the guidebooks, “Trails of the Wild Selkirks” and “Trails of the Wild Cabinets,” which are comprehensive hiking guides for virtually all trails in the two ranges. They can be ordered online at Keokee Books, or find them at local book, bike and outdoor stores.

HIKING Trails of Interest in and Around Sandpoint

Gold Hill Trail

Explore this 3.7-mile single track trail near Sagle, Idaho with beautiful views of Sandpoint and Lake Pend Oreille.

Maiden Rock

A primitive and remote site, it is accessible only by trail or boat.

Mickinnick Trail

This challenging trail rises more than 2,000 feet in its length (the hike is 7 miles round trip).

Mineral Point Trail

Here’s an easy ride or walk that provides a starting and ending spot in Garfield Bay along Lake Pend Oreille.

Pine Street Woods

Pine Street Woods is a unique place where people of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to be outside.

Round Lake State Park

Round Lake State Park is a beautiful forested park in the northern panhandle of Idaho.

Strong Creek Trail No. 444

A local favorite for ATV riders, hikers and mountains bikers this old road traverses through the forest with nice views.