Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge: A Nature Lover's Paradise

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from anywhere in Magic Valley, you'll want to head north on US-93 N. Continue on US-93 N until you reach I-90 E. Merge onto I-90 E towards Coeur d'Alene. Take exit 49 for US-95 N toward Sandpoint/Bonners Ferry. Continue on US-95 N until you reach Bonners Ferry. Once in Bonners Ferry, follow signs for Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. Turn onto West Side Rd and continue for approximately 2 miles until you arrive at the refuge. The total driving distance is about 150 miles and may take around 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

• Public Transportation

  Unfortunately, there are limited public transportation options directly to Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. However, you can take a Greyhound bus from Twin Falls to Sandpoint, Idaho. From Sandpoint, you would need to arrange for a taxi or rideshare service to Bonners Ferry, which is about 40 miles away. Once you reach Bonners Ferry, you can take a taxi to Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, which is approximately 2 miles away from the town center. Be sure to check the Greyhound schedule in advance, as service may not be frequent.

• Biking

  For adventurous travelers, biking from Bonners Ferry to Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge is an option, especially during pleasant weather. The distance is about 2 miles and can be done via West Side Rd. Ensure you are prepared for the ride with adequate water, a map, and safety gear. Note that you will be sharing the road with vehicles, so be cautious and follow traffic rules.