APRIL NIBJ: Pine Street Woods strengthens Sandpoint's outdoor legacy, economy
A mountain biker takes a moment for a brief break while exploring the Pine Street Woods near Sandpoint.
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Area residents pose for a photo in the Pine Street Woods near Sandpoint.
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Local youth try their hand at cross country skiing at the Pine Street Woods near Sandpoint.
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Mountain bikers enjoy the solitude of the Pine Street Woods near Sandpoint.
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Hikers enjoy one of the Pine Street Woods' many trails.
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A sledder catches some air at the Pine Street Woods' sled hill.
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Young mountain bikers make their way along a trail near one of the Pine Street Woods' meadows. Located near Sandpoint, the 180-acre community forest has become a popular spot for local residents and visitors alike regardless of the season.
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For decades, Sandpoint, Idaho has been known for its world-class outdoor recreation, with Schweitzer Mountain drawing winter sports enthusiasts and Lake Pend Oreille offering summer adventures. But in recent years, a new destination has emerged as a must-visit spot for locals and tourists alike — Pine Street Woods.
Despite being a relatively new public space, opening in the fall of 2019, this 180-acre community forest has quickly become one of the most talked-about places to explore in North Idaho. Its multitude of trails and trees adds to Sandpoint’s reputation as an outdoor recreation hub, contributing to the local economy.
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