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Upper Priest Lake Camping
It’s that time of year for a camping trip to enjoy the beautiful weather and spend some time away! And what better way to camp than at an area only accessible by boating or hiking? Let me introduce to you Upper Priest Lake...and its camping opportunities. There's...
Beautiful Places: Post Falls Park
(Photo find Trip Advisor. (Traveler photo by 2travelersasof2001: "reflections in the water" Sept 2015)) This little place just west of Coeur d’Alene that gets overlooked when everyone’s talking about what they want to do on the weekend. It’s called Post Falls Park....
No-Li Brewhouse
(Image from No-Li Brewhouse website) Since Lake Escapes Boat Rentals is a local business, we love to support other local businesses as well. So let us introduce the No-Li Brewhouse =) Bit of Background for you: No-Li’s been around since 1993. It was Spokane's first...
New Boat…The Moomba CRAZ Surf/Wake!
It’s been a while since we’ve talked about Lake Escapes specifically here on the blog because there’s so much to brag about in the area! But we just can’t contain our excitement for the new addition to our fleet! The New Boat: Meet The Moomba CRAZ Surf/Wake. Isn’t she...
CDA’s Fourth of July Festival
The Fourth of July in Coeur d’Alene brings out the best in this beautiful place. Not only do you get to see the sparkling waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene but you get to watch the fireworks above the lake as well. Imagine what a view that would be from a boat! But that’s...
2017 Ironman 70.3 in Coeur d’Alene Race
(Image from 2017 IRONMAN70.3 Coeur d'Alene Race page) If you haven't guessed it yet, Coeur d'Alene offers a plethora of different activities in a gorgeous location. Of course, we're kind of partial to boating and water and such, but there are plenty of...
Check out the Coeur d’Alene Trails
This Memorial Day begs for you to be outside exploring one of the many Coeur d’Alene Trails. I hear it calling, saying, “Please, come enjoy the sunshine!” I don’t know about you, but I don’t need anymore convincing than that. Coeur d’Alene boasts some perfect trails...
Memorial Day Weekend Events!
Memorial Day Weekend really is the turning point into boating season! Think beautiful lake views and camping and memories, fun and craziness had by all. It’s also the Weekend with many activities Here’s some to consider for your Festivities: Snow White and the Prince...
2017 Northwest Spring Fest!
(Image from Northwest Spring Fest) Welcome to May 1st! With Spring fully in swing, there are all sorts of activities to check out in the Inland Northwest area. Let’s talk about one such activity that gives you a plethora of options for the family to enjoy. It’s called...
Ooozapaloooza Food Truck Festival
Ooozapaloooza Food Truck Festival? Say what? Coeur d’Alene has some of the coolest events. Just saying. The 2017 Ooozapaloooza Food Truck Festival promises to be quite the fun time. Last post we looked at wine tasting, this week, we’re looking at food trucks. We like...
5th Annual CDA Wine Extravaganza
It’s time to get your taste buds ready for the 5th Annual Coeur d’Alene Wine Extravaganza! Saturday, April 22 from 3pm to 7pm, you can enjoy wine tasting throughout downtown Coeur d’Alene. With over 20 wineries and more than 65 wines to choose from, there’s sure to be...
Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival
The sun’s shining! Spring is rapidly approaching, and it’s time for the 8th Annual Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival. Considering this blues festival was the winner of the Inland Empire Blues Society, 2015 & 2016 “Best Blues Festival”, anyone who attends is in for a...
Coeur d’Alene: St. Partrick’s Parade and Pub Crawl
It’s March and you know what that means…warmer weather and St. Patrick’s day. (Boating season is almost here!) In Coeur d’Alene that means a Parade and Pub Crawl. It’s a chance to dress top-to-bottom in green and celebrate the Irish in true Coeur d’Alene fashion....
Schweiter Mountain’s Smoking Aces Tour
Schweitzer Mountain Resort is kicking off the 2017 Idaho Championship Slopestyle, the Smoking Aces Tour, this Saturday, February the 25th. Either competing or watching, this is an amazingly fun time. Schweitzer Mtn is at the vanguard of slopestyle and terrain park...
Coeur d’Alene Activity: The Chocolate Affair?!
So today I was wandering the Internet wondering what’s going on this weekend in the schedule of events for Coeur d'Alene activities. I'm waiting, you see, for spring to arrive with all it’s wonderful warmth because boating right now isn't for the faint of heart. And...
2017 Spokane Boat Show
All right Ladies and Gentlemen! You know this year’s boating season is getting closer when the 2017 Spokane Boat Show comes to town. At the Spokane Interstate Fairgrounds from January the 28th through February the 4th, the Boat Show will have everything from...
COLD! NEED HOT DRINK!
Oh boy, is it chilly outside right now! As I sit here to write, my outdoor thermometer reads 1 degree Fahrenheit. Not exactly boating weather unless you like fishing on frozen water. Some are crazy enough for that and, I say, more power to you. But for those of us who...
Happy Holidays!
No matter how you celebrate the Holidays, we wish you and yours an amazing season. Just a reminder, the Coeur d’Alene light show continues through the end of December, so if you’re looking for something extra special, you still have the chance to check out one of the...
Skiing Frozen Water
It’s about now when the lake really starts calling. A couple of chilly months and no time on the boat can get to a person. Start missing the feeling of the waves and the thrill of the water skis. But there might be a way to tide you over. Winter skiing. Now I know...
Holiday Lights!
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s finally starting to feel like true fall. I mean, parts of the Inland Northwest saw snow last week. And, although the shortened days and colder weather can be a bit depressing, there are some amazing sights and activities that come along only...
Hometown Heroes Weekend at Cabela’s
(Picture from Cabela's Website) Wandering around Cabela’s—I’ll pause for a second so you can picture yourself amongst the gear and trophy-animal mounts—is any outdoors person’s dream. And, just in case you weren’t aware, there’s a Cabela’s in Post Falls with 125,000...
Timberline Adventures (Zip Line Fun!)
(Photo from Timberline Adventures) Any one who’s been on a zip line raise your hand. It’s awesome, right!? And if you haven’t tried it, I highly encourage the experience. You’ll get a view like no other. Pair that unique view with the gorgeous Coeur d’Alene area and...
Scarywood Haunted Nights
(Logo from Coeur d'Alene.org Scarywood Event Page) Just took a walk with the dog and man, is it chilly outside! Yellow and orange leaves litter the ground and decorations holler at me from people’s front yards. All of which tells me it’s almost time for Halloween! And...
Harrison Oktoberfest
(Photo from harrisonidaho.org) Fall has quickly snuck up on us! Oh no! Boating season is quickly coming to a close. I’m going to shed tears. (We still have some good weather to get out on the lake, so soak it up while it lasts!) But if it’s too cold already for you to...
Sheppard Fruit Wines
As a local business, we at Lake Escapes of course like to encourage the support of other local businesses. And since we’ve been talking about Harrison ID of late, let’s check out a fantastic local wine shop. Sheppard Fruit Wines. This is a specialty place that makes...
Harrison Idaho
Lake Coeur d’Alene is, of course, part of the Idaho town of Coeur d’Alene. However, the lake's a big place and along its beautiful shores is also a little, friendly place by the name of Harrison. Now this place, even with its small size, has a lot to offer. We’re...
IRONMAN Coeur d’Alene
It’s almost time for the IRONMAN Coeur d’Alene! Race day is August 21st. On top of all the other great activities in the area, (boating and swimming and water skiing and such) you can participate, or spectate, in one of the best-known races in the world! The day...
Lake Escapes Boat Rentals – Check us Out!
We are very excited to unveil our first full HD promotional video, shot on location at the beautiful Coeur d'Alene Resort! It was a fun day full of boating, wake surfing, and not to mention flying drones! Please check it out below to see what awesome boats and...
Black Rock Coeur d’Alene
Or better known as the Golf Club at Black Rock, this place has so much to offer in Coeur d’Alene! Of course there’s golf. The course at Black Rock was rated within the top 100 greatest newcomer courses in May of 2009 by the Golf Digest. It’s not only gorgeous with the...
Cedars Floating Restaurant
(Picture from Cedars Floating Restaurant web site) Coeur d’Alene has so many unique places to visit. Now, many people know about the floating green that the Coeur d’Alene Resort has with its golf course. What many may not know about, however, is the Cedars Floating...
The Fourth in Coeur d’Alene
All right! Coeur d’Alene is truly the place to be for the Fourth of July! We’re talking Northern Idaho beauty mixed with the small town type celebration for our nation’s anniversary. To start the day there’s the American Heroes Parade (11am) on Sherman Avenue. (CDA...
Relay for Life
(Picture from Relay for Life) Saturday July 23rd is Kootenai County’s Relay for Life fundraiser. (Starts at 12pm and goes until midnight at McEuen Park 420 E. Front Ave. Coeur d’Alene.) The American Cancer Society set up the Relay For Life movement to create hope. It...
Shooters Bar and Grill – Yumm
It’s a challenge to find a place to highlight in Coeur d’Alene for a delicious meal. Not because there are so few places but because there are so many to choose from! So Shooters Bar and Grill won this week’s post by simple deduction of location because it’s right...
Ironman 70.3 Coeur d’Alene
The racing time of year has arrived! And Coeur d’Alene has a lot to offer someone who enjoys the beautiful, scenic outdoors while pushing themselves to new athletic efforts. Last year the regular Ironman was in June and was kinda miserable because of the record...
Ebbtide Mystique 2300- NEW (Well, Kind Of)
Somehow we missed introducing you to the Ebbtide Mystique 2300 last year, when it really was new. This is just a travesty we must correct! So, let me introduce this poor, overlooked but beautiful craft. Ebbtide, Blog Reader (Possible boat renter). Blog Reader...
New! Moomba Mondo Surf/Wake
Last year we added the beautiful Chaparral and the lovely Bennington Tri-toon to our fleet. This year, we’re thrilled to add the Moomba Mondo Surf/Wake! (Not to corner the market, but this is the only true surf boat in the area available for rent.) If you’re...
Early Bird Special
OH, MY WORD! THE NICE WEATHER’S ARRIVED AND IT MAKES ME SO HAPPY! Ahem. Pardon me. I just had to get that out of my system. The excitement's been building up with each beautiful day. This 60-70 degree weather just makes me smile. ALL THE TIME! In case you haven’t...
Chaparral: Sleek, Smooth and Spacious
We added the Chaparral 22' SSI Open Bow to our fleet last spring. See, here's the beauty! (We like to show her off) As they say on their web site, the “Chaparral has earned the prestigious NMMA CSI award for excellence in customer satisfaction nine years in a row,...
Cobalt – As Beautiful As It Sounds
So we can’t talk about carrying quality crafts without pointing out Cobalt. (We offer the Cobalt 202 as part of our fleet).
Bennington Pontoons – Quality Guaranteed!
We make sure the boats in our fleet are of excellent quality. Thus, why we offer a Bennington 2375 GCW Sport Arch Tri-Toon.
All Kinds of Critters!
Here’s one chance for you to fill in your knowledge of the Inland Northwest’s beautiful, majestic, but also dangerous critters roaming around.
Spokane Boat Show Pt 2: Brands
Just to rev the engines for the Spokane Boat Show happening right now, let’s take a look at some of the Brands on display! Cobalt, Yamaha and Tracker!
Spokane’s 62nd Boat Show!
(Image logo from Spokane Boat Show) Speaking of activities that’ll help us pass the blaaaaaaah rest of winter, here’s one that’ll whet our collective appetites for the lovely boating season fast approaching. It’s called Spokane’s 62nd Annual Boat Show! From January...
Elvis in Coeur d’Alene! (Kind of)
(Photo found at cdacasino.com) While we’re sitting in the doldrums waiting for the boating season to roll around, let’s see what kinds of activities we can find to entertain us. Ah ha! Found one. And it’s a doozy. Later this week, Thursday the 21st to be exact, the...
2016 Boating Dreams
Welcome to 2016! We hope you’re New Years celebration was full of laughter and fun. Just an update on the Inland Northwest, we’ve got a lot of this stuff at the moment. Brrrr! Which means, come springtime, we’re going to have a lot of this. Yay!!!! So...
Holiday Wishes and Dreams
Everyone at Lake Escapes Boat Rentals wishes you a Merry Holiday Season! It's beautiful out there with all the lights and there're tones of things to do. We could go on and on about such activities but we'll let you check it out for yourself if you're interested....
Post Falls Park
So there’s this little place just west of Coeur d’Alene that tends to get over looked when everyone’s talking about what they want to do on the weekend. It’s called Post Falls. It’s a blip on the drive between Coeur d’Alene and Spokane. However, just because it’s easy...
Nordic Sports at Priest Lake
Just because it’s cold and snowy outside doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the beautiful views around Priest Lake. In fact, the snow adds its own touch of splendor to what’s already a gorgeous lake. Makes it more pristine and winter wonderland-esque. Now waterskiing this...
Coeur d’Alene’s Traditions of Christmas
I’ve a confession to make. Christmas music before Thanksgiving drives me a bit crazy. I don’t know about Shane or the others at Lake Escapes. They may have the holiday jingles playing as soon as Halloween’s over and they’re starting to winterize the boats. (Raise you...
Maple Chai
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s time to eat turkey and pumpkin pie and enjoy the laughter of friends and family. I was going to share a Hot Cran-Apple Cider recipe that I learned last year but then realized, oops, I've already shared just such a recipe. And we've...
Lights on the Water
The holiday season’s here! Or just about. Pardon me while I dance with joy =) And Coeur d’Alene’s a beautiful place, especially during the holidays. Anyone who’s been there can attest to that. Now, just imagine for a moment, Coeur d’Alene Lake covered in a million...
Boats and Baked Eggs
Last week we had fun dreaming of chocolate rivers and making banana boats because, well, the weather’s just a bit too gloomy to be out on the lake but we’re boat aficionados, and dreaming of boating is what we do. So this week, it’s Baked Egg Boats for Breakfast....
Banana Boats
Longing for the boating season not to be over? Wishing you could spend just one more warm, wonderful day out on the water? So are we but, sadly, the weather has truly started to turn here in the Inland Northwest and even if we went out on the boat, there wouldn’t be...
Horses!
Fun’s good for the soul! There’s a reason our moto’s Fun Simplified! We fully believe it’s required for healthy living…err, I’m sure there’s a study to support that but, well, that just kills the fun. Anyway, just because the weather’s turning chilly doesn’t mean all...
Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre First Date Broadway Musical Comedy
Looking for some fun and entertainment, perhaps of the theatre variety, later this month in Coeur d’Alene? Well, it sounds like Coeur d’Alene’s Summer Theatre (at the Cd’A Eagles Lodge) might have just the thing for you. (It's not boating, but hey, gotta have some...
Cranberry Cider
The usual hot drinks, Coffee and Hot Chocolate, are obvious ‘go to’s’ when you want to throw something in the thermos and head to the boat, but sometimes it’s nice to have a different flavor. So when I ran across a recipe for Cranberry Cider, I figured I had to share....
Camping on Upper Priest Lake
It’s that time of year for a last good camping trip before the weather turns truly chilly! And what better way to camp than at an area only accessible by boating or hiking? I mean, fewer people, time on the water, lovely yellow and red trees…ah, sounds like heaven to...
Fruit Pops
So last week we looked at hot drinks to make the Fall season warm and delightful while still boating. This week, we’re going to have one more tasty fruit idea before we call it good on the Summer season. Couldn’t help myself. These looked too tasty, and perfect, not...
Take Off The Chill With Cinnamon Coffee
Fall arrives this week and with it comes some of the most beautiful sunsets and tree colors to be found during the year! What a great time to be out boating =) But fall also brings brisk temperatures and chilled fingers and noses, so we highly encourage a nice, toasty...
3rd Annual Coeur D’Fondo
It’s time to see what kind of fun can be had around here =) Let’s make a quick list of the things we want. Beautiful scenery. (Yup, a boat’s great for that). Something outside while the temperature’s perfect. Some exercise. (What! Okay, if you say so.) Boating fits...
Coeur d’Alene’s Classic Car Show
Labor Day weekend’s already here! How crazy is that?! It's the perfect time for the boat, and then maybe some fun looking at classic cars. After a day on the water, you might be looking at spending some time at Coeur d’Alene’s Silverwood Theme Park to top off your...
Boating Knots
Last week a friend from the Water Ways Planet invited you, a citizen of Planet Dry Land, to a day aboard his boat. What fun! Apparently you held your own with the boating lingo, because said friend invited you back, but this time, he’d like your help with running the...
Boating Lingo
Say you’re from Planet Dry Land and a species of the Water Ways Planet invites you to a day boating. You jump with glee. Everyone says the Water Ways Planet rivals your own for beauty. But you’re a bit nervous because, well, they speak a funny language you just don’t...
3 Great Reasons to Go Boating
Fun fact, most Americans live under an hour from a navigable body of water. Say what? It’s surprising there aren’t more people out there! If you’re trying to convince your friends to head out to the water this weekend, here are some great reasons to throw their way....
Priest Lake Races
There are all sorts of activities in the area and if you’re one of those athletic types who not only likes to boat, but enjoys running too, there are several Priest Lake races for you to choose. TRAIL RUN- SMOKECHASER 30K September 12 This trail race honors the...
Watermelon Splash Cocktail
I’m always on the lookout for new, tasty drinks to try and this Watermelon Splash Cocktail caught my eye as a good one to enjoy while the sun’s shining on the deck of a boat. In other words, I thought I’d share it with you. =) Found this over at the Travel Wok, which...
The New Bennington 24’ Tri Toon
Last week we took a quick look at the new Chaparral that we added to our fleet. This week we’d like to introduce the lovely Bennington. Just like the Chaparral, we had to put in some hours on the new Bennington at Lake Coeur d’Alene. Such fun! This gorgeous boat can...
The New Chaparral
Hope everyone’s Fourth of July was a blast! We’ve said on Facebook we’ve a couple new boats in the fleet this year, so here’s the skinny on the beautiful new Chaparral. Our aim is always to provide a quality experience, which means the Chaparral had to be taken out...
Fireworks in Coeur d’Alene
This weekend’s the Fourth of July! If you’re looking for an event to celebrate and are in the Coeur d’Alene area, (boating, we hope) you might consider Silverwood’s Fireworks Extravaganza for your fill of exploding color displays celebrating the nation’s anniversary....
Boating with Fido
There’s nothing like spending a day on the boat with your friends, and that includes the furry kind, but before you take Fido on the water, here are a few things to think about so your day runs smoothly and your outing truly is relaxing. Swimming: This might seem...
Tasty Boat Snacks
This last week’s been absolutely beautiful! The perfect weather for boating with lots of sun and blue sky. On such warm days, a delicious, chilled snack on the boat makes the day’s outing the perfect mix of sun and relaxation. Here’re some suggested boat snacks for...
Coeur d’Alene’s Summer Theatre
In our humble opinion, boating’s one of the best summer activities the Inland Northwest has to offer. But, we’ll admit, it’s not the only fun to be had and, if you’re in the area anyway, you may as well have as much fun as you can. With a quick look at activities in...
Delicious Watermelon
BBQ’s with savory hamburgers and tangy salads, cool iced tea and lemonade, delicious watermelon and grapes. Feel the warm breeze and smell the blooming flowers. Awe summer and boating! I might go so far as to say watermelon's the epitome food for summer boating....
Aurora Borealis in Northern Washington and Idaho
It’s a rare, usually once-in-a-life-time experience to see the Aurora Borealis, but just imagine, you’re sitting on a lake in Northern Idaho in the middle of the night, no lights from nearby cities and no moon to speak of, but the sky’s alight in color. Streaks of red...
Lake Camping
Washington and Idaho both offer great areas for camping while boating. You can point blindly at a list of all the lakes in the area and, most likely, there’s a camping option on the lake you’ve selected. It’s fantastic, but can also be a bit overwhelming if you’re...
Lake Pend Orielle
So many lakes to choose from! It’s awesome! Now let’s look at another fantastic lake that might just be the perfect place for your next boating escape. Lake Pend Orielle…with the city of Sandpoint on its northern edge and the town of Bayview on its southern edge, this...
5 Boating Safety Tips
Looks like so much fun! But nothing ruins a good outing like someone getting hurt. We'd like to avoid that, so here's what we do to help you stay safe while out on the water. We maintain our boats in excellent mechanical condition and keep them immaculately clean to...
Coeur d’Alene’s Wine Extravaganza
If you're in the area, this Thursday through Sunday brings the 4th Annual Wine Extravaganza to the Coeur d’Alene Resort. It’s a chance to celebrate fine wines, food and fun! Awesome, right!? Events: To whet your appetite, here’s a few of the events you can expect to...
Hayden Lake
Last week we looked at perhaps the best-known lake in the area, Lake Coeur d’Alene. So this week, we’re heading slightly north to highlight a less known lake that offers a quieter but just as beautiful vacation location, Hayden Lake. Hayden Lake, of course, sits near...
Lake Coeur d’Alene
Lake Escapes Boat Rentals delivers boats to the lake and launch of your choice, including Lake Coeur d'Alene. Awesome, right? But how do you decide which lake you want to explore? Maybe you want to fish or perhaps you’re just looking for a great view or maybe you’re...
Discover the Inland Northwest – Beyond Boating
Although we’d love to think you’re headed here on vacation just to rent a boat from Lake Escapes Boat Rentals, we’ll be honest with ourselves and admit that might not be the only thing you want to do while visiting the Spokane area. (Pardon me while I shed a tear and...
German Coffee
A Root Beer float style coffee drink. Say what? You heard it. A Root Beer style coffee drink. It's called German Coffee. How awesome is that! I mean, it’s coffee and ice cream in a cup. Simple and delicious all in one fell scoop…err swoop. If you’re a coffee addict...
Priest Lake
Having recently visited this absolutely beautiful area, I just had to write a post highlighting Priest Lake. I mean, take a look. Who wouldn’t love that view!? The Lake Itself Is almost in Canada. Located in the northern part of the Idaho Panhandle, Priest Lake is 19...
Coeur d’Alene Blues Festival 2015
Headed to Coeur d’Alene, ID in March for an early vacation this year? Awesome, you’re just in time for a great line up of Blues at the Coeur d’Alene Resort. From March 27th-29th, it’s the 6th Annual Coeur d'Alene Blues Festival and the invitation is open to all for a...
Raspberry Sparkler
It’s time to plan that drink for your next boat adventure. (This one’s for those 21 or older). And what’s better than raspberries to celebrate the time away from the office? What, you don’t like raspberries? Sad. There’ll be other drink options posted for you, I...
Bacon Wrapped Corn
Boating season's not quite here yet but its fast approaching and its never too early to start planning that wonderful getaway on the water. So here's a little tidbit to consider in your planning process to help make any vacation, or barbecue, just that much more...
Hazelnut Hot Chocolate
It’s that time of year when a nice, hot beverage makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside, like a simple, warm mug can keep the chill outside at bay.
Summers are not the only thing that goes too fast #18summers
If you have kids this is worth the watch.
The Perfect Boating Snack- Coconut Rum Soaked Pineapple
Warm summer day, life on a boat, coconut rum and pineapple… need I say more?