Harrison – The Chatcolet Bridge loop from Medicine Mountain

Bike touring routes & trails

United States

Idaho

Kootenai County

Harrison – The Chatcolet Bridge loop from Medicine Mountain

Moderate

3.4

(12)

riders

Harrison – The Chatcolet Bridge loop from Medicine Mountain

03:22

58.7km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 12, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Coeur d'Alene River Wildlife Management Area

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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578 m

Cave Lake View

Highlight • Lake

Here you’ll get a peaceful view of Cave Lake and the surrounding mountains. It’s a popular fishing spot, especially for Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Smallmouth Bass.

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17.7 km

Harrison

Highlight • Settlement

Located on the southeastern edge of Lake Coeur d’Alene, Harrison is a scenic town with deep historical roots. Once a stop for steamboats, it’s now a popular marina and stop …

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29.7 km

The Chatcolet Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Chatcolet Bridge, a Pratt through-truss bridge, was built in 1921 by the Union Pacific Railroad to let boats pass on Lake Coeur d'Alene. After it stopped being used for …

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44.0 km

Just outside of Harrison, you'll pass a beautiful stretch of marshland along the Coeur d'Alene River. This scenic area is filled with water lilies, wildlife, and offers sweeping views of the river and parts of the Harrison Slough.

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58.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.8 km

913 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

55.7 km

3.01 km