Activity Guide for Lake Coeur d'Alene
Mica Bay Boater Park
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Only accessible by boat
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Offers tent camping units, mooring docks, a swimming beach, picnic units, a group picnic shelter, vault toilets, drinking water and playground equipment. This is a first-come, first-serve, self-pay fee campsite and boat dock. The campground host is available to assist visitors with the self-pay kiosk. Dogs are allowed at the site, but must be leashed or controlled.
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For more information or directions, please visit Mica Bay Boater Park | Bureau of Land Management
Harrison
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Southern end of Lake Coeur d’Alene
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Public dock perfect for swimming or picnicking
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Ability to get off boat and explore town with shopping & lunch options
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For more information, directions, or reservations please visit Boating to Harrison
Fishing
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Lake Coeur d’Alene has several great sport fisheries including Chinook Salmon, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Kokanee Salmon.
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To fish in Idaho any person 14 years of age or older must have a valid fishing license. Anglers younger than 14 do not need a license, but there is a small difference between resident and nonresident youth.
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Purchase Licenses, Tags, and Permits
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At License Vendors
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At IDFG Regional Offices
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With a credit card
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Online
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Or by Phone: 1-800-554-8685
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For more information, directions, or fishing rules, please visit Coeur d'Alene Lake | Idaho Fishing Planner
Anchor and Paddleboard
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Windy Bay Boat Park
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Remote tie-up location
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The bay is located south of Coeur d’Alene (the town) on the west side of the lake
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There are docks that you can tie your boat to while you bring out your toys such as a paddle board, lily pad, etc.
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Utilize the restrooms or enjoy lunch on the picnic tables
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The town of Harrison
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Located on the east side of Coeur d’Alene lake
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There is gas, ice cream, and plenty of room available for activities
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Carlin Bay Resort
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On the east side of the lake, about halfway between Coeur d’Alene and Harrison, you’ll find Carlin Bay
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There are tie-ups, fuel docks, and a restaurant
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Great place to get in the water, take a short break and head back out on the lake
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Coeur d’Alene Resort’s Boardwalk Marina
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Located in downtown Coeur d’Alene
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They have a lot to offer such as Tubbs Hill, tons of food and shopping
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Tubing/Skiing
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To go tubing/skiing on Lake Coeur d’Alene, stay in highly visible areas and open stretches of water. Avoid shallow areas and the shoreline.
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Have your flag ready for use when your passenger falls off into the water.
What To Do During the Winter Months
Eagle Watch
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Boat towards Beauty Bay, Lake Coeur d’Alene
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For more information, suggested viewing areas, or directions please visit Lake Coeur d' Alene Eagle Watch | Bureau of Land Management