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Near the confluence of two
pristine rivers is found the quiet community of Priest
River. Located 7 miles east of Washington and 75 miles South
of Canada, it sits on the Western end of Bonner County. With
a population of approximately 1,700 residents, this town is
filled with friendly people. Priest River has a diversified
economy reflecting the changing times of the American West,
and is currently driven by the tourism and timber
industries.
Priest River sits at an
elevation of 2,100 feet and boasts the pleasant four-season
climate found in North Idaho. An annual rainfall of 23
inches and annual snowfall of 72 inches keeps the lake full
and the nearby Schweitzer Ski Resort thriving. In the summer
months, temperatures rarely exceed 90 degrees while the
neighboring rivers and lakes offer fishing, swimming,
boating, and water skiing.
The Priest River Timber
Day Festival along with the Priest River Museum and Timber
Education Center provide history and activities relating to
the surrounding industry. Additionally, the City Park, Pend
Oreille River, and Priest River offer further recreation.
Priest River holds forth
beautiful scenery, plenty of varying recreational
opportunities and warm and friendly folks.
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