Log Inn Bonners Ferry

Discover awesome beauty at every turn of the International Selkirk Loop, a 450 km / 280-mile scenic drive encircling the spectacular Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Idaho and British Columbia. Play on crystal clear rivers and lakes, amid snow-capped peaks and abundant wildlife. Find charming towns filled with fascinating history and things to do. Travel quiet biways with car, bike or motorcycle. Welcome to North America’s only multi-national scenic drive!

Nestled beside the Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho, this 2,774 acre refuge provides diverse habitats for a large variety of wildlife including moose, elk, deer, bear, otter, bald eagles, and migratory waterfowl such as mallards, northern pintail, and teal. Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge is located in Idaho's Panhandle approximately 20 miles south of the Canadian border and 5 miles west of Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Established in 1964 as a migratory waterfowl refuge, Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge provides habitat for more than 220 species of birds, 45 species of mammals, and 22 species of fish. Wetlands, meadows, riparian forests and cultivated agricultural fields (for producing valuable wildlife food crops) are interspersed in the valley bottom adjacent to the west banks of the Kootenai River.

Wetlands include open-water ponds, seasonal cattail-bulrush marshes, tree-lined ponds and rushing creeks. The western portion of the refuge ascends the foothills of the scenic Selkirk Mountains which consists of dense stands of coniferous trees and tranquil riparian forests.

This unique geologic site has a short, easy hike to the falls.

At an elevation of 3,400 feet in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest’s Bonners Ferry Ranger District, Copper Creek plunges 160 feet from a cliff to form Copper Falls. This is a short, moderately steep 0.3-mile hike to the falls that is suitable for families. The trail loops along Copper Creek with a spectacular viewpoint of the small volume Copper Falls. Informational pamphlets are located near the trailhead for a self-guided nature hike.

Latitude 48.972 Longitude 116.141 No swimming or kayaking

Located just a few miles from the Canadian border, Copper Falls also has a campground. Head north on U.S. Highway 95 almost to the Canadian border. Turn right on Road No. 2517 and follow it approximately 2.3 miles to the trailhead on the left.

A nice short hike to the scenic falls on Myrtle Creek in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest.

Myrtle Creek Falls is a good-sized cascade. There are actually two Myrtle Creek Falls trails; the newer one is fully ADA-compliant. From the trailhead, hike the very steep trail 0.2 mile until reaching an exceptional viewing area of the large outpouring which is halfway up the falls. Visitors are urged to bring bug repellent while viewing this beautiful waterfall in the Idaho Panhandle National Forest.

Latitude: 48.7063 Longitude: 116.4194 No swimming or kayaking

From U.S. Highway 95 in Bonners Ferry, drive west on Riverside Road this road turns into County Road #18, driving past the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge to the Wildlife Refuge office which will become visible. You’ll find the Myrtle Creek Falls trailhead 1/10 of a mile northwest of the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge visitor center.

Roman Nose Lakes is a 4.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Bonners Ferry, ID that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and fishing and is accessible from May until October.

Located within walking distance to the Log Inn, off of highway 95.

Mirror Lake Golf Course is a public nine hole municipal regulation length par 36 golf facility with a driving range and practice green. This course is typically open from the last week in March through the middle of October on a weather dependent basis. The course contains a bar and restaurant that can be reserved to host private dinners and post tournament gatherings. PGA Head Professional Ralph Lotspeich offers golf instruction to individuals of all skill levels.

The Pearl Theater

The Pearl Theater, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization founded with the goal of providing quality performing arts in an intimate historic downtown theater. Artfully renovated from an old church, the theater space is conveniently located just a few blocks from downtown Bonners Ferry, Idaho. 

The Pearl presents the artistic talents of seasoned artists and helps discover the potential, imagination and creativity of blossoming young artists through: 

• Open Mic & Performer’s Circle
• Original Theater Productions
• Musical Reviews
• Local & Regional Musicians/Bands
• Educational Workshops
• Missoula Children’s Theater
• Sponsorship of Children’s Choir & Community Orchestra           

The mission of The Pearl Theater is "To foster the performing arts throughout Boundary County for the education, entertainment, and inspiration of the community”.

Check out our website or our Facebook page to see all of our upcoming events!

The Pearl Theater | 7160 Ash St. | Bonners Ferry, ID | 208-610-2846 | www.thepearltheater.org

Open Monday - Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

Soulshine is committed to using local, and ethically sourced ingredients as much as possible.

Open Monday-Saturday 6:30am-5:30pm

Homemade breads, cookies, doughnuts, baked goods and a daily lunch special along with soup and salad .... all made from scratch!

STORE HOURS: MON-SAT 8AM-5PM MON - SAT
BISTRO HOURS 11AM-2PM TUES-SAT

Located on the most active part of Main Street.  Look for the Rooster in a birdcage on top of the building.  The entry door is right beneath it.  The front of the store is the home decor and gift shop.  There are lots of gifts to peruse.  The cafe is in the back.  You wouldn't think there was even a cafe in the business just looking in the windows.  It's a great cafe to have some coffee, lunch, and just take in the atmosphere.  Great jazz music was playing when I stopped in.  There is so much to look over at this shopping cafe.

Be bold.  Go on in.  It's family owned.  The cafe is in the back of the store.  The menu isn't too expensive.  Enjoy!

Eclectic home decor & gifts, Chalk Paint® Stockist, Organic Bistro, Organic Espresso &, Gelato

Open Monday-Sunday 11:00am-9:00pm

We have 12 Taps from Coast to Coast & Local ones too!
Over 25 Domestic & Imported Bottled Beers
Large Selection of Wines from Idaho & Washington
Voted Best Burger in Town!
Voted Best Place to People Watch from our Outside Shaded or Sunny Patio
Voted Best Waitress "Danielle" in Town

Open Monday-Sunday 11:00am-9:00pm

Real mexican food coming to the town of Bonners Ferry. We offer the best class of mexican food! We treat are customers with the most respect. Manager of Mi Pueblo is Yoni Solis he and the rest of the workers at Mi Pueblo hope you will enjoy are food and we hope you stop in at Mi Pueblo because we are waiting!!

Open Monday-Sunday 6:00am-2:00pm

Buffalo Burgers, Huckleberry Milk Shakes, and Ice Cream Specialties. Enjoy homemade jam with your breakfast which is served daily from 6 am - 2 pm or stop by for a latte at the Drive-up window which is open from 5:30 am - 4pm daily.

Open Tuesday-Sunday 4:30am-8:00pm CLOSED MONDAY

Open Monday -Sunday 11:00am-9:00pm

The Kootenai River Brewing Company was established in 2010 and is now serving eleven distinct beers from a tap room viewing the Kootenai River and the scenic mountain ranges of North Idaho.  

Dining open daily from 11:00 a.m.

The brewery is a family style restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. Our Bar is open 7 days a week from 11:00a.m. daily.  Always on tap are eight flavorful beers: American Pilsner, a light beer with a mild malt flavor, Huckleberry Wheat, brewed with local berries, American Pale Ale, flavorful ale with mild hop flavor, IPA, an ale with a full hop flavor, and Porter, a bold dark ale. Scottish Ale and Rye Pale Ale.  We have seasonal, special brews on tap that vary during the year including: Imperial IPA & Red Winter Ale, Hoptic Blast, Summer Blonde, with more to come.  All of our beer is brewed with locally grown North Idaho Hops, fresh Selkirk Mountain creek water, and local malt barley when available. The restaurant serves burgers/sandwhiches, wraps,  salads, and fish & chips for lunch. There will always be a daily special. Beer cheese soup is served every day as well as a soup de jour. The brewery accommodates summer beer garden events with B-B-Q and music, as well as seasonal parties and family gatherings.

The Idaho section of the Kootenai flows through a beautiful canyon with virtually no access, accept by boat. The seclusion and isolation of the river adds to its Idaho ruggedness and beauty. The Kootenai River provides room to fish with most days leaving you the river to yourself. Come see what has been hiding in North Idaho and book your next trip with Long Drift Outfitters.
 

GUIDED FLY FISHING TRIP

The Kootenai River is a hidden gem for fishermen in North Idaho and is a classic dry fly fishery.

This classic large river holds many species of fish and is best fished from a drift boat.  Species include Redband Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Bull Trout, Mountain Whitefish, Burbot, and Sturgeon!

​Full Day Fishing Trip - $490 (Price is for 1-2 fishermen)

Scenic Float Trips
*Classic Drift Boat - (1-2 Persons) - $450
​*Raft (3-6 Persons) - $150 per person

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