The City of Rathdrum is located in the Panhandle of North Idaho, 12 miles Northwest of Coeur d’Alene and at the crossroads of Hwy. 41 and 54. Settled in 1861, it is one of the oldest towns in North Idaho and is peppered with historic buildings.
Rathdrum offers rural living in a picturesque setting, surrounded by forests, and lakes, with Hauser and Newman Lakes to the west, Twin Lake and Spirit Lake to the north and the southern tip of Lake Pend Oreilles to the Northeast. Homes for sale in Rathdrum, Idaho will reflect this spirit of the outdoor environment. This location will also show opportunities for land for sale in Rathdrum, Idaho.
As with many North Idaho towns, Rathdrum is rich in history. Native American tribes called the area the “Great road of the Flatheads”, referring to the Salish and Kootenai Tribes who traversed the area for generations on their semi-annual Bison hunting expeditions.
Initially named Westwood, growth of the town began in the late 19th century due to the expansion of the Northern Pacific Railway to Spokane through Rathdrum which allowed the shipping of ore from the Silver Valley mines to the mills in Rathdrum. In the late 1800’s the name of Westwood was changed to Rathdrum.
Today, Rathdrum is a small but thriving community of a little over 7,500, having grown more than 45% since 2000. Rathdrum offers not only a quiet way of life, but there are many activities in the area to take advantage of. Surrounded by lakes, you can choose from boating, fishing, or swimming. If golf is your game, the Twin Lakes Village Golf Course offers 18 holes of beautiful fairways next to scenic Twin Lakes.
Nearby Farragut State Park offers camping, RV sites, scenery and an abundance of recreational activities. Also popular in the area is Silverwood Theme Park with an array of activities.
Closer to home and with a little more serenity in mind, Rathdrum’s pride is the Rathdrum City Park where residents and visitors can enjoy picnicking under the gazebo, or just sitting alongside the meandering stream which winds through the park.
For those searching for a quiet way of life you might want to include a search of homes for sale in Rathdrum, Idaho. You will find rural living with homesites and homes ranging from new communities to secluded acreage. Opportunity is there to find land for sale in Rathdrum.
Rathdrum is a peaceful town where mountain views are predominant with access to many beautiful areas for outdoor activities.
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