Wild Horse Trail Scenic Byway Overview

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Travel the Wild Horse Trail Scenic Byway and find yourself traversing the Kootenai tribe's historic path to fishing grounds at Lake Pend Oreille, following the trail to gold discovered in Wild Horse Creek, and moving along one of the railroad's main freight lines - all in one journey! The Wild Horse Trail has seen many uses over the years and has provided a route through scenic wonders for generations.

Bonners Ferry is a prominent place on the byway that you won't want to miss. Edwin Bonner created the ferry crossing in 1864 to accommodate gold seekers as they made their way north. As you wander through the historic buildings in the downtown district, you will be reminded of bygone days when the town was crawling with gold seekers.

Just south of Bonners Ferry a stunning wide glacial valley comes into view. One of the best ways to take in this natural scenic beauty is by cycling. The grades are not too steep, and the wide open expanse invites the serenity of a bike ride versus the sound of motor vehicles.

However you decide to travel the Wild Horse Trail, you will be richly rewarded with its scenic beauty and historic overtones.