With an estimated population of just over 40,000 residents (up from 17,000 in 1973), Coeur d'Alene has a disproportionately busy downtown.
Its entire strip of shops and bistros is easily walkable, with free parking for up to two hours.

Hagadone Corp.'s resort towers over the long, jagged lake, attracting national and international tourists.

The resort's setting in conservative, rugged Idaho helps prevent things from feeling too commercialized.

On the northeast edge of the lake, next to the resort, the city boasts the longest boardwalk in the nation — a pleasant promenade that takes you over a small twisting stairwell and bridge and past a marina of colorful, well-kept boats.

I may post pics of the lake later, though that would be soo predictable.

'Till then, enjoy some shots of art, cars and buildings found downtown, along with a "who's that girl?" shot just for fun.