Ione curves along the Pend Oreille River, blending small-town ease with big-outdoor access. Spend weekends paddling near town, watching eagles by the renewable Box Canyon Dam, or roaming the vast Colville National Forest on foot, bike, or snowshoes. Family adventures continue at the Crawford State Park Heritage Site and its otherworldly Gardner Cave, while flights, concerts, and hospitals are within reach in Spokane, with everyday services close by in Newport and Colville.
Education centers on the student-first Selkirk School District, offering small classes, competitive athletics, and programs tied to the region’s woods and waterways. Local heritage shines at the Pend Oreille County Historical Society & Museum, and events with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians deepen the cultural fabric. When winter rolls in, 49 Degrees North draws skiers and riders to roomy terrain and friendly prices.
Homes span in-town cottages, riverfront retreats, and wooded acreage, backed by responsive services from Pend Oreille County. Whether you’re arriving for elbow room, year-round recreation, or a slower cadence, Ione delivers a practical base with genuine community ties. When it’s time to buy or sell, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate pro who knows the market and the byways.
Links: Box Canyon Dam (Pend Oreille PUD), Colville National Forest, Crawford State Park Heritage Site, Selkirk School District, Pend Oreille County Historical Society & Museum, Kalispel Tribe of Indians, 49 Degrees North.