One of the West’s great railroad towns, Sandpoint is known as “The Funnel” for the major rail lines that converge here. More than 50 trains a day draw rail fans to the city. A brochure “A Rail Fan’s Guide to Sandpoint, Idaho” is available from the chamber of commerce.
Visitor Centers
Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce 1202 Fifth Ave. Sandpoint, ID 83864. Phone:(208)263-2161 or (800)800-2106
Shopping
One of downtown Sandpoint's focal points is the Cedar Street Bridge Public Market. Formerly a city bridge over Sand Creek, this renovated two-level structure is patterned after the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence, Italy, and contains two levels of restaurants and shops.
Things to Do
Bonner County Historical Museum
Recreational Activities
Horseback Riding
Mountain Horse Adventures
Skiing
Schweitzer Mountain Resort