Bonners Ferry, Idaho

What is there to do in Bonners Ferry, Idaho

• Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
  
  The refuge hosts more than 230 species of birds, 45 species of mammals, 22 species of fish and more scenery than can be absorbed in a day. The refuge lies on 2,774 acres of prime wetlands and meadows.
• Elk Mountain Farms
  
  North of Bonners Ferry, Elk Mountain Farms grows hops for parent company Anheuser-Busch.
• Moyie River Overlook and Bridge
  
  Spectacular views of Moyie River and dam from one of the highest bridges in Idaho.
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  Waterfowl, moose, elk, Canada geese and bald eagles.">
• Waterfalls
  
  Copper Falls
  Three miles southeast of Eastport via Copper Creek Road No. 2517. Unique geologic site with short, easy hike to spectacular falls.
  
  Myrtle Creek Falls
  1/10 of a mile northwest of visitor center at Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. A developed hiking trail winds up the a viewpoint of the impressive falls.
  
  Smith Creek Falls
  Highway 95 and Highway 1 north, then via Copeland Road to Westside Road. Falls are on private property, observe from the county road.
  
  Snow Creek Falls
  To Snow Creek-Myrtle Creek Loop. Short walk to the falls on improved trail with overlooks.
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  Access Forest Road No. 314, east of Bonners Ferry. Limited remains on site.">
• Moyie Picnic Area
  
  Access is from Highway 95 at Good Grief, take the Moyie River Road south about three miles to Sinclair Lake.
• Mirror Lake Golf Course
  
  South of town on Hwy 95.
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  The hatchery is located on Kootenai Tribe property three miles west of Bonners Ferry. Visitors are invited to stop in anytime between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call for directions or to arrange a tour; 208-267-7082. (White sturgeon and rainbow trout)">
• Scenic Drives
  
  Scenic roads abound in Boundary County where you can venture into the Selkirk Mountains, follow the Moyie River or see the spectacular vistas of the Kootenai River Valley. For scenic driving loop tours, try any of the following.
  
  Moyie River Loop
  Access from Highway 95 to Moyie River Road No. 211 or Highway 2 to Meadow Creek Road No. 229
  
  Kootenai Valley views; river access for boating, fishing, picnics, camping; wildlife; scenic photos; side trips to Dawson and Sinclair lakes. Year-round access for all vehicles, paved/gravel (2 hours).
  
  Snow Creek - Myrtle Creek Loop
  Access from Kootenai Wildlife Refuge on Forest Road Nos. 633, 661 and 402
  
  Views of peaks in the Selkirk Crest, trail access for day hikes, side trips to Roman Nose lakes, wildlife viewing of elk, deer and bear. Summer only, not suggested for RVs or trailers (4 hours).
  
  Katka Overlook
  East on Ash Street from Highway 95 in Bonners Ferry to County Road No. 24, then 4 miles to Forest Road No. 314
  
  Outstanding views of Kootenai River Valley, Bonners Ferry and the Selkirk Mountains. Year-round access for all vehicles, paved road (1.5 hours).
  
  Canuck Basin
  7 miles east on Highway 2 to County Road 72, north 4 miles to Forest Road No. 435, north 15 miles
  
  Spectacular mountain views into Canada and northwest peaks, scenic picnic areas along Deer Creek, side trip to Deer Ridge lookout. Summer only, paved/gravel road, not suggested for RVs or trailers (3 hours).