Fodor's Expert Review Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes

Meandering for 73 miles through northern Idaho, from Plummer (63 miles south of Coeur d'Alenes via U.S. 95), to Mullen and along the shore of Lake Coeur d’Alene, this former Union Pacific “rail to trail” is popular among hikers, in-line skaters, joggers, and cyclists. In the winter, it attracts snowshoers and Nordic skiers.The paved pathway, with regular camping and rest areas, rolls by the chain lakes region and marshy wetlands that are perfect for fishing and canoeing. After passing through the mountains of the historic Silver Valley mining area and under the shadow of the Silver Mountain ski resort, the trail levels out on the Palouse prairie.