The name, “Coeur d’Alene” was given to the tribe by French traders and trappers. It means “Heart of the Awl,” referring to the sharpness of the trading skills exhibited by tribal members. In the ancient tribal language, they call themselves, “Schitsu’umsh,” meaning “The Discovered People” or “Those Who Are Found Here.”
For thousands of years, the Schitsu’umsh people camped the shores of the lakes and streams, rode canoes across their waters, and walked the forests and mountains of what is now North Idaho and Eastern Washington. The Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort is a destination for relaxation, gaming and recreation. The luxurious rooms feature a cozy, rustic feel with picturesque views with an award-winning golf course, full-service spa and more. RV access is available year around. Dining options offer regional staples including Northwest Elk, Nisqually salmon and fresh huckleberries, among an abundance of other seasonal offerings.
Guided tours to the Cataldo Mission are just one of many experiences available through the Coeur d’ Alene Casino’s Cultural Tourism program. The mission’s living history exhibit tells the 1840s story of when Jesuit missionaries met the Coeur d’Alene people. The oldest building in Idaho, the Mission sits on a state park. The Tribe has developed a tour of the Steptoe Battle Fields and Monuments. The Tribe holds several annual cultural events, Julyamsh pow wow and the stickgame tournaments. The resort opened 25 years ago, and recently underwent a partial remodel that will be completed spring 2019.
Circling Raven Golf Club, South Nukwalqw Street, Worley, ID, USA
Distance: 6.96 mi (straight line)
Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, South Nukwalqw Street, Worley, ID, USA
Distance: 7.35 mi (straight line)
Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, South Nukwalqw Street, Worley, ID, USA
Distance: 7.35 mi (straight line)
Steptoe Battlefield State Park, South Summit Loop, Rosalia, WA, USA
Distance: 23.66 mi (straight line)
31732 S Mission Rd, Cataldo, ID 83810, USA
Distance: 28.71 mi (straight line)
Rivaura Estate Vineyard and Winery, Rivaura Lane, Juliaetta, ID, USA
Distance: 59.77 mi (straight line)
Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Center, U.S. 95, Lapwai, ID, USA
Distance: 61.58 mi (straight line)
Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Center, U.S. 95, Lapwai, ID, USA
Distance: 61.58 mi (straight line)
17500 Nez Perce Road, Lewiston, ID 83501, USA
Distance: 62.30 mi (straight line)
Food and Drinks Tribal Experiences Shopping Lodging RV and Camping
Dworshak Visitor Center, Viewpoint Road, Ahsahka, ID, USA
Distance: 62.96 mi (straight line)
Guided Tours Outdoor Experiences Viewpoints Fun and Sports Museums and Interpretive Centers
757 Port Way, Clarkston, WA 99403, USA
Distance: 63.43 mi (straight line)
1010 Port Way, Clarkston, WA, USA
Distance: 63.46 mi (straight line)
POWWOW GROUNDS/ ROUND DANCE HALL CENTER OF GROUNDS, Bureau of Indian Affairs Highway 183, Wellpinit, WA, USA
Distance: 63.47 mi (straight line)
201 1st St, Lewiston, ID 83501, USA
Distance: 63.48 mi (straight line)
Canoe Camp - Nez Perce National Historic Park, Orofino, ID, USA
Distance: 63.48 mi (straight line)
150 9th Street, Clarkston, WA, USA
Distance: 63.54 mi (straight line)
Nez Perce County Historical Society, 3rd Street, Lewiston, ID, USA
Distance: 63.56 mi (straight line)
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