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Bonners Ferry
Bonners Ferry, the seat of Boundary County, is located 25 miles south of the border with Canada on US 95. The permanent settlement of Bonners Ferry dates back to 1864, when E.L. Bonner started a ferry service across the Kootenai River here. Bonners Ferry has a resource-centered economy based on timber and agriculture.The town is 35 miles north of Sandpoint.
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Bonners Ferry
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Population (year 2000): 2,515
Males: 1,210 (48.1%), Females: 1,305 (51.9%)
Elevation: 1930 feet
County: Boundary
Land area: 2.1 miles2
Zip code: 83805
Races in Bonners Ferry:
White Non-Hispanic (92.9%)
Hispanic (4.3%)
American Indian (2.2%)
Other race (1.3%)
Two or more races (0.9%)
The seat of Boundary County, Bonners Ferry is located 25 miles south of the border with Canada on US 95. The permanent settlement of Bonners Ferry dates back to 1864, when E.L. Bonner started a ferry service across the Kootenai River here.
Bonners Ferry has a resource-centered economy based on timber and agriculture.
The town is 35 miles north of Sandpoint.
Points of Interest
Boundary County Airport
Boundary County Airport serves Bonners Ferry and Boundary County and is owned by Boundary County. The paved runway extends for 4000 feet. The facility is at an elevation of 2331 feet at a distance of about 2 miles from Bonners Ferry.
Location Bonners Ferry ID
Phone 208-267-3711
Boundary County Library
Boundary County, serving an area of 10,000 residents, has a collection of 33,000 books and periodicals; in addition, there are 1,000 CDs, records, cassettes and other audio materials, as well as 1,050 video items, such as DVDs and VHS tapes. Internet terminals are available for use by the general public.
Staffing consists of 8 employees, including one fully accredited librarian, plus volunteers. Annual expenditures on the library collection total $26,000. Patrons make 75,000 visits annually, and check out materials 126,000 times. Thirty-three percent of all check-outs are children's materials.
Location 6370 Kootenai St
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-3750
Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
The nearly 3,000 acres of Kootenai Wildlife Refuge are home to a variety of wildlife species, including bear, deer, and coyotes, as well as large colonies of migratory birds such as Tundra swans. Excellent birdwatching and photographic opportunities are available.
The refuge is located five miles west of Bonners Ferry along the Kootenai River.
Location Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-3888
Fax 208-267-5570
Moyie Falls
Located north of Bonners Ferry via Hwy 2 and Hwy 54 is one of Idaho's most spectacular sights, Moyie Falls of the Moyie River. Packed tightly within canyon walls, the falls stand as an unbreakable barrier of white thunder and spraying mist. The Moyie Bridge hovers between the canyon walls, suspended 450 feet over white water.
Lodging
Best Western Kootenai River Inn
Located city center on US 95, pets accepted, 47 rooms with views of Kootenai River. Choose from mini bar rooms, handicapped accessible rooms and non-smoking rooms. One suite with whirlpool. Every room comes with a coffee maker and hair dryer. Restaurant, that provides room service and a lounge. Extras such as child care, meeting facilities and banquet facilities are offered for your event. Winter plug-ins for your car. Relax in the indoor pool, sauna or whirlpool. Keep up n your work out in the fitness center. Pets are allowed. A member of Best Western.
Location 7160 Plaza Street
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-8511
Fax 3744
Bonners Ferry Log Inn
One story, 22 rooms, all exterior corridors, designated smoking area, major credit cards.
Location HCR 85 Box 6
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-3986
Fax 5150
Email loginn@nidlink.com
Paradise Valley Inn Bed & Breakfast
Perched on the edge of a ridge overlooking the Kootenai Valley, visions of Paradise Valley Inn and its stunning views will be etched in your memory for a lifetime. Each room has its own private bath and terry robes. The hot tub bekons you to celebrate sunsets and twinkling North Idaho Celestials. Awake each morning to a continental breakfast. Paradise Valley Inn also boasts a nice selection of wines in their wine cellar and with prior arrangements there is a chef available for 4 course fine dining. Cabins have two person jetted tubs, private decks and fireplaces, along with private views of a local canyon.
Location PO Box 689
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Food
Cajun Kitchen Buffet
Visit the Cajun Kitchen Restaurant in beautiful Bonners Ferry, Idaho, for a unique dining experience. Real Cajun food is served in a Log-cabin style restaurant that also features a peaceful and shady garden courtyard for outside dining in warm weather.
If you are planning a "Special Occasion" dinner, let us know and we can arrange one of our romantic candlelite after-hours dinners served just for you in the courtyard. Open Tues-Saturday from 11-2 for lunch and 5-8 for dinner.
Location Hwy.2, Mp. 77.5
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-0889
Website http://www.cajunkitchenbuffet.com
Services
Bonners Ferry United Methodist Church
Bonners Ferry United Methodist Church is located in the midst of mountain ranges and big skies. It is a congregation brought together by the love of God in Jesus Christ, desiring to learn, to grow, and to serve each other. It enjoys a diverse worship filled with prayers, scripture readings, choir anthems, much-beloved hymns, contemporary songs, and other liturgical readings and responses throughout the year. Worship is open to all who wish to explore their own relationships with God in the midst of an environment of love and support. Children and youth classes are also provided.
Location Post Office Box 103
Bonners Ferry ID 83805
Phone 208-267-2343
Email bfumc@coldreams.com
Website http://www.gbgm-umc.org/bonnersferry
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