Hayden Lake

Hayden Lake is a small city positioned along the western shore of a large lake that stretches for approximately 40 kilometers around its perimeter. The community occupies less than one square kilometer and provides direct access to the water and recreational facilities.

The area was originally home to the Coeur D'Alene Nation before European settlers arrived in the 19th century and began developing the region. A Catholic missionary contributed to early settlement efforts and left cultural influences that shaped the community's character.

The place developed as a leisure destination where water sports and outdoor recreation shape daily life, with residents and visitors drawn to activities centered around the lake.

Honeysuckle Beach provides public access to the lake with swimming areas, docks, and boat launches available for water enthusiasts. Summer offers the best conditions for enjoying these facilities and engaging in lake-based recreation.

The community's name came from a poker game among early settlers where the winner gained the right to name the lake. This unusual origin story reflects the pioneering spirit and shows how chance events shaped the place's identity.

Location: Kootenai County

Elevation above the sea: 697 m

GPS coordinates: 47.76470,-116.75600

Latest update: December 15, 2025 09:42