About us. The City of Hayden, a growing community with a population nearing 18,000, is nestled in scenic Northern Idaho on the timbered and sloping shores of Hayden Lake. Once known as "Hayden Village", the City’s rich history began with its official incorporation on June 27, 1955. Today, Hayden citizens enjoy a quality of life that offers them a sense of community and some of the best recreational opportunities in Idaho with all of the amenities...