Thompson Falls was named after British explorer, geographer and fur trader David Thompson, who founded a North West Company fur trading post called Saleesh House in 1809. Thompson Falls is located next to natural waterfalls on the beautiful Clark Fork river. The arrival of the railroad in 1881 brought the first real activity to the area. Two years later, when the gold rush hit nearby Coeur dā Alene, the town grew to accommodate the men going over the Murray Trail to the mines. In 1885 John Russell bought 40 acres and designed and plotted the town site. Thompson Falls community is a small community with roots that are fast and strong.
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains the adventures never end. From floating on the Clark Fork River, to snowshoeing through the mountain meadows. There is always an exciting afternoon just waiting to be explored.
Rimrock Lodge was originally a place for weary travelers to rest their heads, the Rimrock has since adjusted and expanded to include a full service bar, an RV park, a bowing alley and of course our full dining room. The hiking trails located along the river and next to the Rimrock Lodge will take you almost anywhere you want to explore in Thompson Falls. Hike to the history museum in Thompson Falls or cast a line into the Clark Fork River and find some blue ribbon fishing. Your adventure starts and ends at the Rimrock Lodge.