Local Attractions

See what attractions St Maries and the surrounding area have to offer. There are big annual events like Paul Bunyan Days and Race the Joe as well as recreation areas like Heyburn State Park and the Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes. We’ve also provided some helpful links for people interested in exploring local businesses or finding resources for hunting and fishing.

Paul Bunyan Days

St. Maries's biggest festival, including a midway of vendors and carnival rides, logging competitions, beer gardens, a parade, and a fantastic fireworks show.

Heyburn State Park

Comprised of some 5,800 acres of land and 2,300 acres of water, Heybrun State Park provides opportunities for boating, swimming, canoeing. fishing, birdwatching, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and more.

Race the Joe

Annual jet boat races that take place right on the St. Joe river every Spring, typically around Memorial Day.

Emerald Creek

The Idaho Panhandle and India are the only two places where you can find star garnets. The Emerald Creek Garnet Area provides an environment-friendly way for you to search for your own star garnets.

Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes

The Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes is a 73-mile long paved trail, spanning the Idaho panhandle from Plummer to Mullan- perfect for scenic hiking and biking.

Christmas Hills

A large recreation area dedicated to off-road excursions, including trails for ATVs and dirt bikes as well as a 50cc motocross track.

Dining Options

Local Churches

  • Assembly of God | 405 23rd St. | 208-245-3030
  • College Ave. Baptist Church | 830 W College Ave. | 208-245-3333
  • First Baptist Church | 522 S 2nd St. | 208-245-4827
  • St. Mary’s Immaculate Catholic Church | 921 Jefferson St. | 208-582-0507
  • Church of Christ | 201 N 8th St., Ste #10 | 208-245-1417
  • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | 213 S 23rd St. | 208-245-5198
  • St. Paul’s Lutheran Church | 130 S 10th St. | 208-245-5420
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day  Saints | 201 23rd St. | 208-245-2224
  • Church of the Nazarene | 175 Grandview Dr. | 208-245-4594
  • Presbyterian Community Church | 1100 College Ave. | 208-245-2686