Fernan Lake Natural Area is a 1.3 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from April until September. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
dog friendly
kid friendly
birding
hiking
nature trips
walking
blowdown
Good views of Fernan Lake, nice hike close to town
so close to town and the perfect length for a quick hike!!
Very short and easy. Nice that it is so close to town. Trail partly is in trees and shady but nearer trailhead is exposed and was hot today. I look forward to doing this in winter with cleats. No one else there while we hiked.
Great trail for kids! We took our crew (aged: 8, 7, 6, and 5 - plus infant in a carrier) and did the trail in about 80 minutes (that includes a 15 min huckleberry picking stop). We even saw a bald eagle!
Lovely trail. I took my 4 year old with me and we had no issues. Also a great spot to look for bald eagles at the right time of year!
I love doing this hike after work in the evening. It's a quick, beautiful hike that has a bit of a climb near the end. Super fun!