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Kayaking Lake Coeur d'Alene is a fantastic way to enjoy the water and surrounding beauty! Rachel Ray in her April 2009 magazine said that, "Lake Coeur d'Alene Kayaking with ROW Adventures is the best way to experience the lake." We'd have to agree with her. However, lake kayaking Coeur d'Alene is not your only kayaking option. You can kayak Pend Oreille Lake in North Idaho too! Access some of the region’s most serene and beautiful places while gently gliding along in your own kayak on Lake Coeur d’Alene or Pend Oreille. Our professional guides teach you how to paddle and in no time you’ll be gliding beneath mountains of pine and fir. Eagles and osprey soar overhead. Return with new-found confidence, a rested spirit and unforgettable memories. We have both single and double kayaks. Minimum age to paddle a single is 12. Paddlers as young as five are welcome in a double kayak with an adult. Below are our kayak Coeur d'Alene trips in Idaho. Feel free to call 208-765-0841 to ask questions or book your kayak trip!
| Kayak Coeur d'Alene Lake Coeur d'Alene is a paddler's paradise. Fed by the Wild & Scenic St. Joe River, Coeur d’Alene and St. Maries rivers, the lake is roughly 25 miles long and, with many bays, boasts over 109 miles of shoreline. Join us on a half –day kayak tour over crystal clear waters along shores of pine, fir and cedar. We take you to one of the many bays, some quite close to town and others a bit further away. As you paddle, learn about the Native peoples of the area, early pioneer history, the steamboat era and Lake Coeur d'Alene today. We may see osprey, great blue herons, bald eagles and songbirds as your guides spin tales of the natural wonders in and around the lake. Maximum group size is 12. Departures: Daily | June 4 – Aug 31 (then by request for groups of 6 or more) Duration: 8:30am-12:30pm Prices: Adults $59 / Youth $49 Call or Book Online! 800-451-6034
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 | Sunset Kayaking on Lake Coeur d'Alene Join us to enjoy the soft light and peaceful quiet on Lake Coeur d’Alene during the long days of summer. Paddle along shores of pine-scented air, watch herons wade and osprey soar. Share a toast along the way to the beauty of this corner of America. Sunset Kayaking sets the tone for a romantic evening and enjoying the amazing summer sunset over Lake Coeur d'Alene. Maximum group size is 12. Departures: Daily | June 4 – Aug 31 (then by request for groups of 6 or more) Duration: 7:00pm-9:00pm (After Aug 15th, departure time is 6pm)
Prices: Adults $42 / Youth $36 Call or Book Online! 800-451-6034 More Sunset Kayaking Info ________________________________________ |  |
Kayak Pend Oreille - Pedal & PaddleOn this six-hour tour you’ll bike through the forests of Farragut State Park (once the largest Naval Training Station in the world) and then paddle on the crystal waters of Lake Pend Oreille. Our friendly guides will get you set up on a front-suspension mountain bike for a fun and easy ride combining roads and trails through pine-scented air. After about a two hour ride, we coast downhill to find our kayaks ready and waiting on the beach. After a healthy and delicious lunch, we paddle on the cool, clear water of this spectacular lake. Formed by glaciers during the last ice age, it is the fifth deepest lake in the United States. The dramatic forested mountains and narrow bays create a setting that is not unlike the fjords of Norway or glacial bays of Alaska. While fish swim beneath us, eagles and osprey soar overhead. With luck we’ll see mountain goats scrambling on steep slopes within our view. Minimum group size is six. Maximum group size is 24. The group will be divided into two groups of 12 with 12 biking while 12 others are kayaking. Groups are united during lunch and then swap activities. Starts Coeur d’Alene. Departures: by request Duration: 6 hours Prices: Adults $149 / Youth $129 Call to Reserve Your Spot! 800-451-6034 More Farragut Park Pedal and Kayak Info ________________________________________ |
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| Lake Coeur d’Alene in Northern Idaho is located just along I-90 and is less than an hour from Spokane, Washington. Lake Coeur d'Alene is about 30 miles long and ranges from 1 to 3 miles wide. It has 135 miles of magnificent kayaking shoreline and is an average of 120 feet deep. The water volume of Lake Coeur d’Alene is approximately 2.8 km3 (0.67 cubic miles).
Today, Lake Coeur d’Alene is fed primarily by the Saint Joe, Saint Maries, and the Coeur d’Alene Rivers, but the lake was originally formed by melting glaciers. The water level rose significantly with the construction of Post Falls Dam in 1906 on the Spokane River, Lake Coeur d’Alene’s primary outflow. Additionally, the water level is consistently about seven feet higher during the summer months thanks to the regulation of the Post Falls Dam. Historically, the lake was used as the primary method of transportation for the lumber industry that flourished in the area.
The city of Coeur d’Alene is a thriving resort community on the shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. Coeur d'Alene has become known as the playground of the Pacific Northwest for luxury accommodations and a wealth of recreation and attractions in a stunning natural setting. Lake Coeur d'Alene Kayaking is the perfect was to experience the lake. As the mining and timber industries decline, the region is becoming more and more dependent upon the travel and tourism industry. With a population of almost 44,000, Coeur d’Alene is the perfect location for numerous indoor and outdoor activities (like kayak Coeur d'Alene) for individuals, families, and groups alike.
Coeur d’Alene is a French name. French traders named their trading post in respect for the tough trading practices of local Indian tribes. Translated literally, it means "Heart of the Awl" or possibly "sharp-hearted."
In the early 1900s drivers wanting to save time attempted to cross over the frozen lake instead of driving around Lake Coeur d’Alene and most often failed. The numerous sunken Model Ts are a popular site for divers wanting to visit these undisturbed pieces of history. Divers have also found several steamboats at the bottom of Lake Coeur d’Alene. These steamboats were burned when the public no longer used them to ferry themselves across and left to rest at the bottom of the lake.
The southern third of Lake Coeur d’Alene is owned by the Coeur d’Alene Tribe. An executive order issued by Ulysses S. Grant in 1873 transferred ownership to the Tribe. The Coeur d’Alene Indian Reservation originally included all of Lake Coeur d'Alene but after a series of treaty agreements, the reservation was reduced to its present size. The Environmental Protection Agency has ruled that the Tribe may set its own water-quality standard on its portion of Lake Coeur d’Alene and the Saint Joe River. The Coeur d'Alene Tribe might have beent he first people to kayak Lake Coeur d'Alene.
Some argue that Lake Coeur d’Alene is best viewed by boat, but the meandering roads that surround the lake offer unbelievable views and are a fabulous day trip, as well on a bike tour with ROW. The numerous water activities available on Lake Coeur d’Alene offer something for everyone. These activities include water skiing, wakeboarding, fishing, jet skiing, parasailing, boat cruises, seaplane rides, kayaking and so much more.
Lake Coeur d’Alene is home to a wide variety of wildlife, birds, and fish. Kayaking Cougar Bay Preserve with ROW Adventures may give you the chance to spot some of the Coeur d’Alene’s most treasured wildlife. Migrating and nesting waterfowl, numerous shorebirds, songbirds, moose, beaver, otter and deer all call Lake Coeur d’Alene home.
Fishermen enjoy trolling for Kokanee and Chinook salmon or casting from scattered public and private docks along the shoreline for perch, catfish, and sunfish. Others may wade into the frigid glacial water and try their luck at fly-fishing for trout. The nearby Saint Joe and Coeur d’Alene Rivers both feature excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, a native species that are famous around the world. The ROW Adventure Center offers half day and full day fly fishing trips on these rivers as well as packages that combine them with overnight accommodations. |
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