Beacon Point

Located on the northern shore of Lake Coeur d'Alene, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, Beacon Point has a small beach with many pebbles.  The beach has a beautiful background of trees and offers spectacular views of the Bitterroot Mountain Range and Lake Coeur d'Alene.  Beacon Point is promoted as an ecotourism destination, encouraging sustainable tourism practices to preserve the natural beauty and wildlife of Lake Coeur d'Alene.

Beacon Point does not have lifeguards but offers several other amenities, including restrooms, shaded areas, picnic tables, and benches.

Beacon Point has a family-friendly beach that offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, boating, paddleboarding, fishing, hiking, watching wildlife, picnicking, cycling, and photography.  If you plan to go in the water near the beach, there is a calm and safe swimming area with very minimal waves.  The shallow water near the beach is ideal for canoes, kayaks, and small boats.  Anglers may catch a wide variety of fish, including rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon, brown trout, and smallmouth bass.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby North Idaho Centennial Trail, which offers unique insights into the local biodiversity.  The beach is known for its panoramic views of Lake Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding mountains, which make it a perfect spot for photography.   Visitors may spot bald eagles during the winter months.  Beacon Point offers amazing opportunities for snow sports activities, including snowshoeing and ice fishing in the winter.   The Coeur d'Alene area, including near Beacon Point, hosts various events throughout the year, including fishing tournaments, summer festivals, and winter celebrations.  Dogs are allowed on a leash, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset.

Beacon Point does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Beacon Point is easy - it has a small free parking lot located at N. Idaho Centennial Trail, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814, which provides easy access to the beach.  You may refer to the Beacon Point, Idaho, map for locational details.

The beach is a popular spot for watching sunsets and allowing visitors to relax and unwind in a tranquil environment.

There are many attractions near Beacon Point.  McEuen Park is a dog-friendly lakefront park that offers many amenities, including a playground, a splash pad, walking trails, a large pavilion for events, and a Veterans Memorial.  Cougar Bay Nature Preserve is spread over an 88-acre preserve located near Coeur d'Alene Lake that features a variety of habitats, including wetlands, forests, and meadows.  Its diverse ecosystem supports an array of wildlife, where you may spot eagles, ospreys, herons, and a variety of other bird species, making it a prime spot for nature enthusiasts.  The Museum of North Idaho aims to preserve and showcase the rich history and cultural heritage of northern Idaho through intriguing exhibits, artifacts, photographs, documents, guided tours, and educational programs.  It offers interesting insight into the history of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, the impact of the railroads, the significance of steamboats on Lake Coeur d'Alene, and the development of the local timber industry.  Tubbs Hill is a 120-acre lakefront park, providing a network of well-maintained hiking trails that wind through diverse landscapes, including dense forests, rocky outcrops, and beautiful vistas.  The main loop trail around Tubbs Hill is about 2 miles long and offers hikers Instagram-worthy views, opportunities for wildlife viewing, and access to several secluded coves along the lake.  It also features interpretive signs along the trails, providing information about the local flora, fauna, and geological history.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction,  Seven Stars Alpaca Ranch is a family-owned ranch that offers an opportunity to interact with a herd of alpacas and learn about these fascinating animals.  Visitors can enjoy guided tours that provide insights into the habits and care of the alpacas and the process of turning alpaca fleece into luxurious fiber products.  The ranch also features a gift shop where visitors can purchase a variety of alpaca wool items, such as clothing, accessories, and handmade crafts.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Beacon Point.  Wolf Lodge Inn Restaurant is an upscale restaurant that serves amazing salads, steaks, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Beverly's is another upscale lakefront restaurant that serves chef-special, pre-designed meals.  The Mexican Food Factory serves incredible burritos, tacos, tamales, enchiladas, nachos, tostadas, seafood, and meat dishes.  Shiki Sushi Bar & Japanese Grill serves amazing salads, sushi, sashimi, nigiri, seafood, meat, poultry, vegan, and vegetarian dishes.  Midtown Bluebird serves amazing salads, steaks, pork, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, China Inn Restaurant serves incredible noodles, fried rice, rolls, wontons, soups, pork, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for Beacon Point hotels, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 4-Star The Coeur d'Alene Resort is positioned right on the beach and offers many amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa, a fitness center, hot tubs, a golf course, bars, and many restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Blackwell Hotel, which has a few amenities, including hot tubs, a gazebo, a pool table, a game and movie room, a bar, and a dining room.  Another moderately priced option is the 3-Star The Roosevelt Inn, which has many amenities, including a hot tub, a sauna, sunloungers, a garden, and a dining room.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star SpringHill Suites Coeur d'Alene, which offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a restaurant, and complimentary breakfast.   If you are looking for another affordable hotel, the 3-Star La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coeur d'Alene offers a few amenities, including a hot tub, an indoor pool, a fitness room, and a dining area.