Outdoor Gear Guide for Sandpoint
Sandpoint is a charming mountain town nestled between Lake Pend Oreille and the Selkirk Mountains. Home to Schweitzer Mountain Resort and surrounded by national forest, it offers year-round outdoor recreation in one of Idaho's most scenic settings.
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Highlights
Schweitzer Mountain — 2,900 acres of skiable terrain
Lake Pend Oreille — Idaho's largest lake at 43 miles long
Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail — waterfront walking and biking
Gold Hill trailhead for backcountry exploration
Activities at Sandpoint
Best Times to Visit
Featured Gear for Sandpoint
Rossignol Experience 82 Basalt Skis
- Versatile all-mountain width at 82mm waist
- Basalt fiber dampens vibration on hardpack
- Forgiving enough for improving intermediates
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Osprey Atmos AG 50
- Anti-Gravity suspension spreads weight across hips and back
- Excellent ventilation on hot climbs
- Stow-on-the-Go trekking pole attachment
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Wilderness Systems Pungo 125
- Phase 3 AirPro seat is incredibly comfortable
- Large cockpit for easy entry and exit
- Great tracking for a rec kayak
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