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MJM · 06-21-2010, 10:42 AM

So i'm thinking about going on a road trip with the wife, and this has caught my attention given it's proximity to Calgary. Would anyone recommend this? Anything else to do there? I heard Spokane is close but have always heard it was a hole. Is there anything to do there for a couple of days?

Any help would be appreciated.

HockeyPuck · 06-21-2010, 11:16 AM

My wife and I have been going down to Coeur d'alene for the past 2 years and we really enjoy it. We went to Silverwood the first year and its a pretty nice park - we paid $80 each for the 2 park pass - so you can get all the rides you want and then after go and enjoy the water park.

We camp just outside of Coeur d'alene and last year we rented a 18' Sea Ray for reasonable price from the campground. It was $250 for 4 hours.

There's actually quite a bit to do in the area - Hang out at Lake Coeur d'alene (nice beach) and they've got a nice bike path system. If you golf, they've definitely have some reasonable priced courses, and then they've got a beauty in the Coeur d'alene Golf Club. They've got a floating green that if you land your first shot on the green, they give you a certificate. Never played it as it's pricey, but that's what I've heard.

For breakfast, check out this place:

http://www.michaelds.com/

So good.

So there's actually quite a bit to do down there, and the wife and I are trying to decide if we're going to go again because it's a little different camping with a 4 month old baby.

You mentioned that you're doing a road trip - where else are you going? The first year we went down, we stayed in Coeur d'alene for 3 days, drove over to Seattle for Independence Day, and then drove north and stayed in Victoria for a week. Then back to Calgary after that. It was great trip, and well worth the time and money.

Redliner · 06-21-2010, 11:21 AM

The last time I was in Silverwood was probably 15 years ago. The place was a dustbowl, but it was alot of fun. They have done a lot of expansion since then, so it's probably worth a visit.

Red_Baron · 06-21-2010, 12:42 PM

Went there last June, my wife and I had a blast running around and riding the roller coasters. I love the Spokane/CDA region, lots to do.

Slava · 06-21-2010, 12:48 PM

^ I think about 6.5

My business partner goes to Sandpoint every year and raves about it. I've been thinking about making the trek one of these days but haven't gone myself.

Slava · 06-21-2010, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by fotze

I went to Sandpoint every year as a kid, but its been a while. Always thought it was a longer drive. I seem to remember Silverwood is on one of the most racist parts of the US. At least as a kid I watched out for that. Good ole Hayden Lake.

Well Idaho in itself is that way (or had been historically). In Sandpoint though you have the giant public beach and just lots to see and do if you like to spend time outside. With the strong canadian dollar and it being a little closer (or at least the same) as the Okanagan its a good alternative.

albertGQ · 06-21-2010, 01:10 PM

My wife is planning a trip for a group of us to Silverwood this August. I wasn't going to go but might change my mind if it sounds fun.

Come on CP! Sell me on Silverwood!!!

HockeyPuck · 06-21-2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by albertGQ

My wife is planning a trip for a group of us to Silverwood this August. I wasn't going to go but might change my mind if it sounds fun.

Come on CP! Sell me on Silverwood!!!

Aftershock Rollercoaster

SportsJunky · 06-21-2010, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by albertGQ

My wife is planning a trip for a group of us to Silverwood this August. I wasn't going to go but might change my mind if it sounds fun.

Come on CP! Sell me on Silverwood!!!

There is a group of us going in August with our kids as well. I smell a CP meet and greet!