It also is popular with in-line skaters, Nordic skiers and snowshoers.
A pair of stunning trails that are not connected, but just 30 miles apart (off I-90), so if you are in the area to do one, then do both. Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes is considered by some to be the most serene in the country — a 73-mile paved path through the historic Silver Valley along the Coeur d’Alene River with 20 scenic waysides and dozens of developed trailheads. It also is popular with in-line skaters, Nordic skiers and snowshoers. Route of the Hiawatha is one of the country’s most famous and photogenic trails. A shuttle to the top and bike rentals are available for a gentle, family-centric 15-mile descent along the crest of the Bitterroot Mountains through 10 train tunnels and over seven sky-high trestles with unmatched views. Websites: parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/trail-coeur-d-alenes/ and ridethehiawatha.com