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Careywood
Eden Index
Climate
8.5
•
Recreation
5.4
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Careywood is a small unincorporated community located in Bonner County, Idaho. The climate in Careywood is typical of a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. The area is also known for its abundant hydrology constituents, including several rivers, lakes, and streams. The nearby Clark Fork River is a popular spot for fishing and kayaking, while Lake Pend Oreille is a popular destination for swimming, boating, and fishing. In addition to outdoor recreation opportunities, Careywood is also known for its scenic hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. The area is home to several species of wildlife, including elk, deer, and black bears.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.5
Careywood receives approximately
829mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Careywood has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Pend Oreille
Area Rivers
Pend Oreille
Snowpack Depths
Pend Oreille
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Pend Oreille
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.4
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beauty Creek | 20 | 2,169 ft | |||
| Farragut State Park | None | 2,083 ft | |||
| Garfield Bay Access Area - IFG | 28 | 2,078 ft | |||
| Evans Landing | 10 | 2,128 ft | |||
| Round Lake State Park | None | 2,194 ft | |||
| Mokins Bay | 16 | 2,322 ft | |||
| Garfield Bay | None | 2,209 ft | |||
| Riley Creek | None | 2,081 ft | |||
| Green Bay | 11 | 2,138 ft | |||
| Springy Point | None | 2,088 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 0.9
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.