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Surrounded by mountains in the heart of North Idaho’s recreational mecca is where you’ll find Post Falls. Right on I-90, Post Falls is the perfect getaway to your North Idaho adventure. Waterfront activities on the Spokane River, fine dining, premium lodging, excellent restaurants, breweries & wineries, along with golfing and shopping await you. Experience one of our beautiful parks on the river and enjoy the falls, disc golf, rock climbing and trails.
HISTORY OF POST FALLS
Post Falls incorporated in 1891.
Post Falls is named after German immigrant Frederick Post. On June 1, 1871, Frederick Post made a deal with Andrew Seltice, a prominent Coeur d’Alene Indian leader, to obtain more than 200 acres of Spokane River land to start a water powered lumber mill. The purchase of the land is preserved in a pictograph on a granite cliff in Treaty Rock Park. In 1902, the mill was destroyed by fire; the dam was undamaged. In 1905 the mill was rebuilt and resumed operations. A newly formed Washington Water Power Company purchased Post’s site and began making plans to develop a hydroelectric facility. The new hydro plant at Post Falls would provide power to mines nearly 100 miles away via the longest high-voltage transmission line in the world. The dam and hydro plant is now operated by Avista Utilities and is the site of Falls Park, with observation decks open to the public.
The natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and the river connecting Post Falls with Lake Coeur d’Alene expand the recreation and scenic opportunities. Post Falls has retained the small town look and values continuing draw to residents and newcomers. Today, the city boasts a steady growth in population just over 37,000.
LOCATION
Post Falls is 2,150 feet above sea level and is located five miles from the Washington State border on I-90. It is 64 miles from the Montana border and 120 miles south of the Canadian border.
MILEAGE TO MAJOR CITIES
Coeur d’Alene Spokane, WA Cranbrook, BC Missoula, MT Seattle, WA Portland, OR Boise, ID Vancouver, BC
Post Falls has four distinct seasons, with temperatures ranging from the 90’s in mid- summer to the low teens during the winter. The annual amount of sunshine averages from about 30% in the winter to approximately 80% in July and August when crystal clear days may linger well into fall for perfect golf and boating weather.
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Population: 38,145
Household Income: $62,331 Average House Pricing: $ $361,222 Most Common Industries: Healthcare & Social Assistance (14.4%), Retail Trade (14.4%), Accomodation & Food Service (9.1%), Manufacturing (8%), Construction (7.9%), Admin./ Support & Waste Management(6.1%)
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