Wednesday 8/29/2018    We began today by taking a short drive to the Coeur d’Alene Visitor’s Center. We parked at an area named Independence Point and walked across the street to the visitor’s center. After a short chat with the center’s representative, we walked back across the street to the boardwalk. It’s a long, beautiful boardwalk with scenic views of the boat docks and Lake Coeur d’Alene. There were many, very expensive boats under blue covers which made for great photos. There’s also another pier nearby which is used for seaplanes, parasailing, and small cruise boat tours of the lake. We were treated to a seaplane leaving the dock and taking off. After spending some time enjoying the beautiful well maintained waterfront we decided to go for another short drive to a hike named the Mineral Ridge Nature Trail. It’s a 3.3-mile loop up a steep hill but it’s made easier by the many switchbacks and benches situated along the way. At the top of the hill is a beautiful view of Lake Coeur d’Alene and Beauty Bay. We walked along the nice, level ridge-line before it begins the steep, downhill portion which is full of switchbacks. It was really a very nice, scenic hike and was just the right length. Back at the trailer, we grilled steak and had a great dinner. After dinner, we walked around the RV park, checked out the recreation center and took a walk on a short trail here in the park.