Welcome sign to the town of Harrison. — Harrison, Idaho. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Aerial view of Lake Coeur d’Alene Scenic Byway. — Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Aerial view of Harrison, Idaho. — Town of Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway signage. — Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway near Eddyville. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A dock at Lake Coeur d'Alene. — Carlin Bay Public Beach at Lake Coeur d'Alene near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A bird flies over Anderson Lake. — Anderson Lake near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Coeur d'Alene River Wildlife Management Area signage. — Coeur d'Alene River Wildlife Management Area at Anderson Lake near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A trail surrounded by trees and greenery near Coeur d'Alene. — Mineral Ridge Nature Trail near Coeur d'Alene. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A bald eagle sits in a tree at Anderson Lake. — A bald eagle at Anderson Lake near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

The Coeur d'Alene Resort lit up underneath a starry night sky. — Coeur d'Alene Resort, Coeur d'Alene. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A man swings a golf club on a course near a lake. — Golfing, Coeur d'Alene Golf Resort, Coeur d'Alene. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

an aerial view of Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course — Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course, Coeur d’Alene. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

A family of five rides bikes over a wooden bridge along the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. — Cycling on the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes near Harrison. Photo credit: Visit Idaho.

Lake Coeur d’Alene Scenic Byway

With rugged mountains, wildlife and year-round access, the Lake Coeur d’Alene Scenic Byway showcases panoramic views and all types of outdoor adventure in northern Idaho.

Length

25.2 miles
40.6 km

Time

43 minutes

Region

Northern
Idaho

When to Visit

Year-round

31 Byways. 31 Ways to Be Inspired.

A variety of scenic, natural, historic, recreational, archeological and cultural experiences can be found on Idaho’s 31 scenic byways. View the video to get a taste of the adventures that await you, and start planning your next road trip.

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Road Trip Tips

Turn-by-Turn Directions: This byway begins at the junction of Interstate 90 and Idaho 97 and follows Idaho 97 south and east along Lake Coeur d’Alene to Idaho 3.

Road Conditions: Idaho 97 is a two-lane, paved winding road with few passing lanes.

Full Services in: Coeur d’Alene, Harrison
Partial Services in: Carlin Bay, Squaw Bay

Motorcycle Route: Yes

Full Services: When gas, food and lodging are available
Partial Services: When gas and a few other facilities are available

Nearby Adventures

Discover peak eagle watching during December and January, dramatic colors in the fall and a plethora of summer outdoor activities like water sports and cycling along the Lake Coeur d’Alene Scenic Byway.