Cocolalla, Idaho facts for kids
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Cocolalla, Idaho
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 Cocolalla, Idaho
Location in Idaho
Cocolalla, Idaho
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Bonner |
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 985 |
| • Density | 22/sq mi (8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
83813
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
| GNIS feature ID | 396313 |
Cocolalla is a small community in Bonner County, Idaho, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
This community is located right on the south shore of Cocolalla Lake. It's about 12 miles (19 km) south-southwest of a bigger town called Sandpoint. A main road, U.S. Route 95, helps people get to and from Cocolalla.
What's in a Name?
The name Cocolalla has an interesting history. Its exact meaning isn't totally clear. Some people believe it comes from a Coeur d'Alene Salish word that means "very cold."
However, another idea is that it's an English version of a Coeur d'Alene Salish word meaning "deep water." Both ideas connect the name to the local Native American languages.
Who Lives There?
Cocolalla is home to about 985 people. It's a quiet place where residents often enjoy the natural beauty of Idaho.
Famous Resident
One well-known person linked to Cocolalla is Frank L. VanderSloot. He is famous for founding and being the CEO of a company called Melaleuca.
