Tubbs Hill

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

4.5/5

based on 9 reviews

Save

View all 17 photos

All 17 photos

Save Review Directions Add Photo

Details

Distance

2 miles

Elevation Gain

325 ft

Route Type

Loop

Description

Added by Rose Freeman

Tubbs Hill is a 2-mile loop trail located near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. There are amazing lake views, beaches to explore and year-round accessibility on this trail.

Looking for a short adventure hike on a road trip or a beach to hang out at for a weekend? Tubbs Hill features a 2 mile loop trail that winds along the shoreline of Lake Coeur d'Alene and through an Inland Northwest pine forest. You will see wildlife such as deer, squirrel, and many wildflowers in the summer! Several pebble and sand beaches branch off from the trail along the shore.

If it's warm, wear a swimsuit! Also, bring your snowshoes for a snowy winter trek from December-February!

Post Hike

Our favorite place to stop for food after hiking Tubbs Hill is the Bakery by the Lake located at 601 East Front St. Happy exploring!

Download the Outbound mobile app

Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use.

Get the app

Download GPX File

Features

Fitness

Photography

Hiking

Bathrooms

Beach

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Food Nearby

Forest

Lake

Romantic

Scenic

Wildflowers

Wildlife

Reviews

Sami Smith

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

This is a nice place to get out when you don’t have the time to drive out of town for a hike. It is a busy trail because it is right in town but worth the views! There are also little caves you can go through and explore.

4.0

Natalie Van Henry

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

Absolutely LOVED this beginner/intermediate “hike” loop!! The lake is off to your right, always in view, for 75% of the loop. It is so stunning! Very easy to walk with kids, especially ages 6+. Bring water and your camera, & a snack or two if you plan on taking your time. The most beautiful trail I’ve been on, for such scenic views!!

5.0

David Matty

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

Fun round trip with great views of the lake and Couer d’alene, all the way around. Half the trail is coastal and the second half climbs over the hill with views over the town. Our three year old made it with a few brief rests. Lots of little beaches to explore on the route and a fun suspension bridge towards the end. Loop route.

4.0

Taylor Yefimov

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

One of the prettiest hikes I've been on, so many wild flowers and during a cloudy rainy day there was no one around. Many small trails all leading up to lookouts or down to the beaches. Very easy hike, no experience needed and easy access. Map take you straight to a gate then you continue on foot.

5.0

Anna Stubbs

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

Fun easy hike up to series of cliffs perfect for cliff jumping for the scared or the daring! The lake is beautiful and further down the trails are some nice beaches and swimming areas. Right next to downtown if you want to grab a beer or some ice cream afterwards!

5.0

Explorer

Colin Ayers

Explorer

Tubbs Hill

07/25/22

Best Cliff jumping at Coeur d'Alene lake and in the hole area. People come from Spokane just to hop into the water from here

5.0

Emily Slusser

Tubbs Hill

12/23/15

If you're looking for a more "outdoors" experience at the beach, this is a great option in Coeur d'Alene. There are several beaches off the main trail to hike down to and spend a sunny afternoon. There's also a rope swing off the trail if you want to get in the water with a splash.

4.0