Harrison Idaho Map

About Harrison, Idaho

Harrison is a locality in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States. It is a small community with a population of 190. The population density is 26.3 people per km². Harrison is located at 47.4543°N, 116.7855°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 83833.

Harrison rests at the southwestern edge of Lake Coeur d'Alene, a place where the water's deep blue expanse meets the verdant slopes of the surrounding Idaho Panhandle. It lies 15.4 miles south of Coeur d'Alene, ID (from Coeur d'Alene, ID: bearing 181°T), and is situated 9.5 miles north-north-east of Plummer. The air here, particularly as the sun begins its descent, carries the crisp, clean scent of pine and damp earth, a subtle perfume that clings to the quiet streets. Steep, forested hills rise directly from the lake's edge, their evergreen crowns softened by the hazy light of late afternoon, creating a dramatic backdrop for the small harbor. The character of Harrison is one of quiet resilience, a community that seems to draw its strength from the rugged beauty of its natural setting, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life. The history of Harrison is intrinsically tied to the bounty of its environment, first as a logging and mining hub, then as a gateway to the riches of the Coeur d'Alene mining district. Evidence of its past lingers in the weathered facades of some older buildings, hinting at a time when timber rafts once floated down the St. Joe River and steamboats plied these very waters. Today, the local economy has largely shifted towards tourism and recreation, capitalizing on the pristine waters of the lake and the abundant opportunities for fishing, boating, and exploring the extensive network of trails that snake through the surrounding national forest land. The annual Wooden Boat Show, a vibrant celebration of craftsmanship and maritime heritage, draws visitors from far and wide, adding a distinctive splash of color and activity to Harrison's otherwise serene existence.

About This Harrison Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Harrison, Idaho — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.45435, -116.785457. 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 Harrison and Kootenai County.

Detailed location data for Harrison includes the ZIP code (83833), telephone area code (208, 986), county seat of Kootenai County (Coeur d'Alene), and school district assignment (Kootenai Joint School District 274). 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 Harrison is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.