1996 Map of Cocolalla

About this map

Cocolalla Lake and the western shores of Lake Pend Oreille dominate this mountainous section of the Idaho Panhandle. The landscape transitions from the developed corridor around the settlement of Cocolalla, where the Burlington Northern railroad and modern infrastructure like a Pipeline parallel the water, to the protected heights of the Kaniksu National Forest. Historical landmarks such as the Drake Cem and Southside School indicate the area's early community roots, while the presence of a Naval Facility along the shoreline of Lake Pend Oreille reveals the specialized strategic utility of these deep northern waters. Elevations rise sharply toward the east, reaching summits like Blacktail Mountain and the distinct formation at Maiden Rock. Numerous drainages, including Fish Creek, Cocolalla Creek, and Maiden Creek, carve through the steep terrain between the two lakes.