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Local Parks & Outdoor Activities in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden

Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden offer an incredible collection of public parks, splash pads, and pickleball courts. CDAstay guests can easily access these 8 top-rated outdoor recreation spots within a short drive from our homes.

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Top 8 Parks, Splash Pads, & Pickleball Courts

Explore our handpicked list of the best public parks and recreational areas in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden, Idaho.

McEuen Park

McEuen Park is Coeur d'Alene's premier downtown park, featuring a massive playground, active splash pad, paved walking paths, and a fenced dog park.

Park & Splash Pad
  • 420 E Front Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
  • 5-minute drive from Midtown Modern
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Coeur d'Alene City Park

Coeur d'Alene City Park offers sandy beaches along Lake Coeur d'Alene, the historic wooden Fort Sherman Playground, and spacious picnic areas shaded by mature pine trees.

Waterfront Park
  • 415 Fort Sherman Dr, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
  • 6-minute drive from Gated City Retreat
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Landings Park

Landings Park features a vibrant, multi-spray public splash pad, tennis and pickleball courts, paved trails, and a large pavilion perfect for family outings.

Splash Pad & Courts
  • 3849 N Fruitland Ln, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
  • 8-minute drive from Midtown Modern
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Q'emiln Park

Q'emiln Park is a 78-acre trailhead and waterfront park in Post Falls, offering a guarded swimming beach on the Spokane River, BBQ picnic shelters, and access to scenic hiking trails.

River Beach & Hiking
  • 12201 W Parkway Dr, Post Falls, ID 83854
  • 4-minute drive from Premium Golf Retreat
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Black Bay Park

Black Bay Park provides quiet nature trails along the Spokane River, paved walking paths, a non-motorized boat launch, and tennis/pickleball courts.

Nature Park & Courts
  • 1299 E 3rd Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854
  • 6-minute drive from Premium Golf Retreat
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

McIntire Family Park

McIntire Family Park sits next to Hayden City Hall, offering a modern children's playground, open athletic fields, and a gazebo that hosts Hayden's summer concert series.

Community Park
  • 8930 N Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835
  • 3-minute drive from Central Hayden Hub
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Broadmoore Park

Broadmoore Park is a quiet Hayden neighborhood park with a playground, picnic tables, paved walking loops, and plenty of open green grass for outdoor activities.

Neighborhood Park
  • 2691 Broadmoore Dr, Hayden, ID 83835
  • 4-minute drive from Central Hayden Hub
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Cherry Hill Park

Cherry Hill Park is an action-packed park in Coeur d'Alene featuring a dedicated disc golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, a 9/11 memorial, and an off-leash dog park.

Disc Golf & Pickleball
  • 1715 E Hazel Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
  • 4-minute drive from Midtown Modern
  • Daily 6 AM - 10 PM

Stay Close to North Idaho's Parks

Our CDAstay homes in Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, and Post Falls are fully prepared and stocked to give you the perfect base for your active outdoor vacation.

Recreation Tips

How to Prepare for Your Day in the Park

To make the most of your North Idaho outdoor adventure, we suggest packing sunscreen, water, and towels if you are visiting a splash pad or swimming area like Q'emiln Park or City Park. If you are planning to play pickleball, parks like McEuen Park and Landings Park have dedicated public courts that operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Every CDAstay home is equipped with premium linens, beach towels, and a mindfully stocked kitchen so you can prepare your park picnics effortlessly.