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Breathtaking views of mountains and lakes, scenic overlooks left virtually unchanged for centuries, and wildlife and native flora are just a short drive from Sandpoint. Don't forget your camera. 
Go east from Sandpoint and take the "High Drive" which traverses the remote Green Monarchs range from Clark Fork to just north of Coeur d' Alene. The Kootenai Wildlife Refuge is just north of Sandpoint near Bonners Ferry. There you'll find migratory waterfowl, wild game and a wide open expanse at the base of the majestic Selkirk Range. Take Highway 2 from Sandpoint to Priest River as it meanders along the Pend Oreille River, and observe eagles and osprey all along this 30 mile trip.
From Sandpoint, you can also get to Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and Teton National Park within a half-day's drive.
Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
Approximately 20 miles south of the Canadian border and 5 miles west of Bonners Ferry. 2,774 acres of habitat and resting grounds for migrating waterfowl, with 300 different species of wildlife.
Selkirk Loop
888-823-2626
A scenic, four seasons drive. This 280 mile loop lets you explore Idaho, Washington, and British Columbia with two dozen vibrant towns and art communities along the way. The loop encircles the Selkirk Mountain Range and offers the longest and shortest free ferry rides in the world. Plenty of recreational, cultural, and historical attractions and events.
Sam Owen Park
Hope Peninsula, 17 miles east of Sandpoint on Highway 200
208-263-5111
Breathtaking scenery, beautiful forests, and friendly wildlife. Locally called the "deer park" because of the amiable deer to will often walk right up to your car. Picnic areas right on Lake Pend Oreille. From Sandpoint, take State Highway 200 east 21 miles. Turn right on Peninsula Road and travel one mile to Recreation Area. 
Pend Oreille Scenic Byway
Hope-Clark Fork-Trestle Creek Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 159
Clark Fork, ID 83811
North Idaho's Pend Oreille Scenic Byway is located on State Highway 200 along the towns of Hope and Clark Fork, Idaho. Four seasons of beauty and thousands of acres of recreation on public land and open water.
Schweitzer Mountain
800-831-8810, 208-263-9555
www.schweitzer.com
Some of the area's most spectacular views are a mere 10 minutes up Schweitzer Mountain. The drive is easy at almost any time of year, though in winter you'll want to be sure your car can handle some ice and snow. Once on the mountaintop, you'll be able to look our over Montana, Canada, Washington, and Lake Pend Oreille. Depending on the time of year, view may be accessible via road, chairlift, or a hike.
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