Coolin Idaho Map

About Coolin, Idaho

Coolin is a locality in Bonner County, Idaho, United States. It is a small community with a population of 24. The population density is 18.2 people per km². Coolin is located at 48.4796°N, 116.8494°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 83821.

Coolin rests at the edge of a vastness, where the Selkirk Mountains begin their steep ascent towards the Canadian border. It lies 52.8 miles north of Post Falls, ID (from Post Falls, ID: bearing 5°T), and is situated 19.5 miles north-west of Sandpoint. The air here carries the scent of pine and damp earth, a constant reminder of the dense forests that press in from all sides. The landscape is a study in shades of green and blue, dominated by the shimmering expanse of the Pend Oreille River, which forms the eastern boundary of Coolin. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, paints fleeting patterns on the water, its surface often disturbed by the wake of small boats. The character of Coolin is one of quiet endurance, a place shaped by the elements and the deep, silent presence of the wilderness. The history of Coolin is intertwined with the logging industry that once defined this region, the sturdy skeletons of old mills a silent testament to that past. Today, its economy leans more towards tourism and recreation, drawing visitors who seek the tranquility of the lake and the rugged beauty of the surrounding mountains. The Pend Oreille River, a lifeline for generations, continues to be central to life here, offering fishing, boating, and a constant, soothing murmur. Coolin holds a distinct sense of place, a small settlement that feels both remote and intimately connected to the natural world, a quiet pocket of Idaho where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life.

About This Coolin Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Coolin, Idaho with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Coolin and Bonner County.

Detailed location data for Coolin includes the ZIP code (83821), telephone area code (208, 986), county seat of Bonner County (Sandpoint), and school district assignment (West Bonner County School District 83). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Coolin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.