St. Maries Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Peg Owens
A pristine natural environment draws many to enjoy bicycling, hiking, whitewater rafting, golf or a casual retirement lifestyle.

Visit the community of St. Maries, Idaho to experience small-town living in wide-open wooded spaces. The town is ideal as a base for outdoor recreation throughout the seasons on the hills, lakes, rivers and valley that make up the area.

Waterways near St. Maries are popular for boating, fishing and swimming. Whitewater raft or kayak on more than 20 miles (30 kilometers) of Class II and III rapids on the St. Maries River from Mashburn to the St. Joe River. Pack your gear and camp overnight along the river. Find thrilling Class III to IV whitewater in a short section at Skookum Canyon.

For nine holes of challenging golf with panoramic views, visit the public St. Maries Golf Course. Stay for a pleasant dinner overlooking the grounds. Move from golf cart to motocross bike or ATV and explore the 1,400 acres (600 hectares) of groomed trails in and around the city. Rent bicycles or e-bikes to enjoy the long, flat “rails-to-trails” Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes stretching between Idaho towns on the former Union Pacific rail line.

In summer, visit the Emerald Creek Garnet Area and sluice for a 12-sided star garnet, the Idaho state gem. The Paul Bunyan Days celebration during September’s Labor Day weekend features logging competitions, running events, craft sales, music performances, fireworks and drinks in the “topless” Blue Ox beer garden, which has no roof.

The serene region around St. Maries has become popular for active retirees. Take advantage of health care services, shopping, restaurants and other amenities that serve the larger population of Benewah County.

Find St. Maries in a beautifully wooded valley about a 2.5-hour drive from the Canadian border. Fly to Spokane, Washington and drive about 1.5 hours to reach St. Maries.

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2.5 out of 5
2303 N 4th St, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is NZ$126 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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6.8/10 (1,010 reviews)
"3RD Yr here for my wife and I enrolee to Yuma and we love the proximity to the Hwy and the rooms for the price are very acceptable. Great place for an overnighter. Thanks, Ramada."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Ramada by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
2.5 out of 5
333 Ironwood Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is NZ$191 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)
"Easy access off the Interstate"

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d`Alene
Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
2 out of 5
2200 Northwest Blvd, Coeur d'Alene, ID
The price is NZ$155 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"The breakfast needs better options"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene
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Best View of the Lake in Harrison
Best View of the Lake in Harrison
Harrison
Stay at this cabin in Harrison. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cottonwood Bay and Cave Bay are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
Very beautiful view while out on the patio or inside the cabin.
"Though small, the windows facing the lake provided an awe inspiring view, inside or out on the patio. It is nestled in the upper branches of trees, making it very private. You can hear the sound of the water lapping on the beach. Such soothing sights and sounds that I dearly needed in order to get ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2024

Best View of the Lake in Harrison
Luxury Cabin
Luxury Cabin
Coeur d'Alene
Stay at this vacation home in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course and ...
Peaceful, clean, beautiful!
"My husband and I needed a quiet little place to get away for the weekend to celebrate a birthday. This little cabin fit the bill perfectly. When we opened the door, it smelled nice and a few small lamps were turned on which made our arrival feel so welcoming. Everything was immaculately clean, well ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2024

Luxury Cabin
Ammon Place Getaway - Modern house, close to Centennial Trail and Riverstone!
Ammon Place Getaway - Modern house, close to Centennial Trail and Riverstone!
Coeur d'Alene
Stay at this vacation home in Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and patios. Popular attractions Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course and Lake Coeur ...
Coeur d’Alene
"The condo was beautiful and perfect for our weekend at a nursing conference. Super comfortable bed, will stocked kitchen, great backyard patio. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2024

Ammon Place Getaway - Modern house, close to Centennial Trail and Riverstone!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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