Rockford Bay Idaho Map

About Rockford Bay, Idaho

Rockford Bay is a locality in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States. It is a small community with a population of 336. The population density is 31.5 people per km². Rockford Bay is located at 47.5052°N, 116.8785°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 83814.

Rockford Bay lies cradled by the deep, embracing arms of Lake Coeur d'Alene, a place where the water’s edge often blurs into the soft, pine-scented air. It lies 12.8 miles south-south-west of Coeur d'Alene, ID (from Coeur d'Alene, ID: bearing 201°T), and is situated 15.1 miles south-south-east of Post Falls. The shoreline here is a mosaic of smooth, grey stones and patches of fine, sun-warmed sand, leading inland to slopes that rise with a gentle, persistent grace. These inclines are cloaked in a dense, verdant tapestry of ponderosa pines and Douglas firs, their needles whispering secrets to the wind that sweeps in from the lake. The light, especially in the late afternoon, has a way of softening the edges of the world, painting the water in hues of sapphire and emerald, and casting long, dancing shadows from the towering trees. The character of Rockford Bay is one of quiet resilience, a place that lives and breathes with the rhythms of the seasons, its beauty a constant, understated presence. The history of Rockford Bay is intimately tied to the vast, shimmering expanse of Lake Coeur d'Alene, a waterway that has long served as both highway and larder. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of timber and the bounty of the lake, established a foothold here, their lives shaped by the labor of logging and fishing. Though the grand logging operations of yesteryear have largely faded, the echoes of that industrious past can still be felt in the character of the place, a spirit of self-reliance and a deep connection to the natural world. Today, the local economy of Rockford Bay is primarily driven by tourism, with visitors drawn to its pristine beaches, its opportunities for boating and fishing, and the serene beauty of the surrounding Coeur d'Alene National Forest. The marina, a bustling hub of activity during the warmer months, hums with the gentle putter of boat engines and the cheerful calls of seagulls, a testament to the enduring allure of life on the water. The air here, particularly on a clear summer morning, carries a faint, pleasant aroma of sunscreen and pine resin, a signature scent of this Idaho haven.

About This Rockford Bay Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rockford Bay, Idaho — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 47.505182, -116.878518. 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 Rockford Bay and Kootenai County.

Detailed location data for Rockford Bay includes the ZIP code (83814), telephone area code (208, 986), county seat of Kootenai County (Coeur d'Alene), and school district assignment (Coeur d'Alene School District 271). 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 Rockford Bay is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.