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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Nestled on the shores of one of the most beautiful lakes in America, Coeur d'Alene evolved from a military fort and mining supply town into a premier Pacific Northwest resort destination. The lake's stunning blue waters and surrounding forests draw millions of visitors, while the city has become one of Idaho's fastest-growing communities.
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Founded 1878 | Population 58,000 | Peak 58,000 (2024) | County Kootenai County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

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1878Fort Founded: Fort Coeur d'Alene (later Fort Sherman) was established by the U.S. Army.
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1884Mining Boom: Discovery of gold and silver in the Coeur d'Alene Mining District brought thousands of prospectors.
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1892Mine Wars: Violent labor disputes in the Coeur d'Alene mines led to federal troop intervention.
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1906Incorporated: Coeur d'Alene was incorporated as a city after the military fort closed.
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2000Resort Destination: Coeur d'Alene became a nationally recognized resort destination, with the Coeur d'Alene Resort's floating golf green gaining fame.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1878 Government
Fort Founded
1884 Industry
Mining Boom
1892 Disaster
Mine Wars
1906 Government
Incorporated
2000 Culture
Resort Destination

Did You Know?

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The Coeur d'Alene Resort has a famous floating golf green.
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The 1892 mining labor wars led to federal troops being deployed.
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Only 30 miles from Spokane, WA.
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Coeur d'Alene is located in Kootenai County, Idaho.
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Coeur d'Alene was founded in 1878.

Famous People from Coeur D Alene, Idaho

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Sage Kotsenburg
Snowboarder · Born Jul 27, 1993 · Age 32
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Luke Ridnour
Basketball Player · Born Feb 13, 1981 · Age 45
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Pappy Boyington
Military Officer, Aircraft Pilot · Born Dec 4, 1912 · Died Jan 11, 1988 (age 75)
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Adrienne Dore
Actor, Film Actor · Born May 23, 1910 · Died Nov 26, 1992 (age 82)
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Paulette Jordan
Politician · Born Dec 7, 1979 · Age 46
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