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Coeur-D-Alene
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Coeur d'Alene is a city in Idaho known for its pristine lake and outdoor recreation opportunities. The climate in Coeur d'Alene is characterized by four distinct seasons, with relatively mild summers and cold winters. The hydrology constituents of the area are dominated by Lake Coeur d'Alene, which is home to a variety of fish species and attracts boaters and fishermen alike. The lake's water quality is carefully monitored to ensure its health and safety. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Coeur d'Alene include hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, boating, and golfing. The city has several parks and trails for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy, including the popular Tubbs Hill Trail.
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): 9.1
Coeur-D-Alene receives approximately
667mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Coeur-D-Alene has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Spokane
Area Rivers
Spokane
Snowpack Depths
Spokane
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Spokane
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 | |||
| Mokins Bay | 16 | 2,322 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): 2.4
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.