Benewah County
The county is home to some of the best outdoor activities in Idaho, including Heyburn State Park, one of the region’s best kept secrets. With 132 campsites in 3 campgrounds, a marina, museum, and beach, Heyburn is the perfect spot for a day of outdoor fun. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and rafting, as well as exploring the area’s history at the Mary Minerva McCroskey State Park.
For a unique experience, head to the Emerald Creek Garnet Area to dig for precious gemstones, or take a stroll through the Hobo Cedar Grove Botanical Area, an excellent half-mile interpretative trail through an ancient cedar grove. Visitors can also explore the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, a 72-mile trail from Plummer to Mullan, or the beautiful shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene.
Benewah County is the perfect place for a weekend getaway, offering plenty of activities for the whole family. With so much to see and do, you’re sure to have a great time.
Established by an act of the state legislature from the southern part of Kootenai County. Named for a Coeur d’Alene Indian chief. Some settlement began after the completion of the Mullan Road in 1860, but most settlers came to the area after the discovery of gold near St. Maries in 1880.