1987 Map of Coeur D'Alene

About this map

Coeur D'Alene Lake and the surrounding peaks of the Bitterroot Range dominate this northern Idaho landscape during the late twentieth century. The map illustrates a complex network of resource extraction and transit, where industrial landmarks like the Sunshine Mine and Bunker Hill Mine sit in the rugged terrain east of Coeur D'Alene. The transition from the steep Coeur D'Alene Mountains to the level Rathdrum Prairie reveals a shifting economy, as old rail lines like the Spokane International and Burlington Northern intersect with the growing suburban footprints of Hayden and Post Falls. Notable heritage sites such as Old Mission State Park and the Farragut State Park (Military Reservation) are clearly delineated, alongside the extensive boundaries of the Coeur D'Alene Indian Reservation and the Kaniksu National Forest.