Visit North Central Idaho 2015 Visitor Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS ACTIVITIES

Water Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

History & Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Scenic Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Golfer's Paradise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Off-Road Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Family Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Winter Excursions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Wildlife Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Hells Canyon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Taste the Region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

DESTINATIONS

Lewiston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Moscow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Camas Prairie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Grangeville, Cottonwood, Winchester,

Craigmont, Elk City

Riggins & White Bird . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Clearwater Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Orofino, Kamiah, Kooskia, Pierce, Weippe

LODGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

OUTFIT TERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

REGIONAL MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Mom always said "Go Play Outside ." In this region, you’ll want

to escape the four walls and explore the largest wilderness

area in the lower 48 . Take a guided jet boat or rafting tour in

Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in North America . Raft

the Salmon, Snake, Lochsa or Selway rivers, some of the most

wild and scenic around . Mountain bike the rolling hills and

trails of the Palouse . Hunt and fish in a recreational paradise .

The adventures you experience here will have people asking

why you’re smiling so much when you get home .

MOTHER [NATURE] KNOWS BEST.

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Bovill

Moscow

Lewiston

Elk River

Orofino

Headquarters

Pierce

Weippe

Kamiah

KooskiaWinchester

Cottonwood

Grangeville

White Bird

RigginsWarren

Lowell

Elk City

Powell

Lolo Pass Visitors CenterDworshak State Park

Nez Perce National

Historic Park

Hells Gate State Park

Winchester State Park

Gold Rush Historic Byway

Elk River Scenic Byway

Northwest Passage Scenic Byway

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Salmon River

Clearwater River

Lochsa River

Clearwater River

Potlatch River Dworshak

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Bovill

Moscow

Lewiston

Elk River

Orofino

Headquarters

Pierce

Weippe

Kamiah

KooskiaWinchester

Cottonwood

Grangeville

White Bird

RigginsWarren

Lowell

Elk City

Powell

Lolo Pass Visitors CenterDworshak State Park

Nez Perce National

Historic Park

Hells Gate State Park

Winchester State Park

Gold Rush Historic Byway

Elk River Scenic Byway

Northwest Passage Scenic Byway

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Selway Bitteroot Wilderness Area

Salmon River

Clearwater River

Lochsa River

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Potlatch River Dworshak

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Elk River Backcountry Byway208.476.4335

Gold Rush Historic Byway208.435.4406

Northwest Passage Scenic Byway877.364.3246

For video, itineraries and a state byway

guide go to visitidaho.org/scenic-byways.

SCENIC DRIVES

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Snow Haven Ski Areagrangeville.us

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Lochsa River, Three Rivers Resort & Rafting


The first commercial river rafting

trips in the United States were

launched in Idaho. The outfitters

here have always been leaders and

standard-setters for this industry.

No other state can claim as many

recreational river

miles as Idaho.

Most of the 3,100

whitewater river

miles in the

state are located

here in North

Central Idaho.

Outfitters offer

rafting trips of all kinds for all ages

and abilities. Families enjoy fun

excursions on rivers such as the

Main Salmon. Sightseers like quiet

flat-water floats on rivers such as

the Clearwater River. Whitewater

seekers go for the Middle Fork of

the Salmon, Lochsa, Selway, or the

Snake River through Hells Canyon.

Idaho outfitters take care

of everything on these trips.

Outfitters row the rafts or lead

guests who paddle their own.

Tents and waterproof gear bags

are provided. Enjoy home-cooked

meals, including

salads made

from fresh fruits

and vegetables

and Dutch-oven

baked breads and

desserts. At the

end of the day as

the sun sets in

the canyon, gather

around a campfire with your fellow

paddlers. With the help of a local

outfitter, explore the scenic rivers

that flow through North Central

Idaho.

CLEARWATER RIVERLOCHSA RIVERSALMON RIVER SELWAY RIVERSNAKE RIVER

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LOCHSA RIVERThe Lochsa River parallels scenic Hwy

12 northeast of Lowell. The word means

"rough water" in the language of the

Nez Perce. From its headwaters in the

Bitterroot Mountains to its confluence

with the Selway and Clearwater rivers,

the Lochsa pounds through more than

40 major rapids. With names like The

Grim Reaper, Bloody Mary, Ten Pin

Alley, and Mile Long, your heart will be

pounding before you reach the rapids.

The season begins in the spring and

runs into August. Hwy 12 is barely visible

from the river which is bordered by a

cedar forest. Most outfitters use paddle

boats on the Lochsa to make it a fun

participatory trip. River runners camp in

nearby meadows or stay in area lodges.

One, two, and three-day trips are $80-

$350 per person.

River Stats: Difficulty: IV- to IV+; Trip Length:

30 mi.; Put in: White Pine or Nine Mile; Take

Out: Split Creek or Knife Edge

CLEARWATER RIVERKOOSKIA TO OROFINO, OROFINO

TO CONFLUENCE OF SNAKE RIVER

The Clearwater River provides an easy

float along scenic Hwy 12. Wildlife

viewing is good here and the river is very

easy to access. Join outfitters and local

historians to float where the Corps of

Discovery floated or grab an innertube

or raft and float sections on your own.

River Stats: Difficulty: I to II; Trip Length: 23

mi.; Put in: White Pine or Nine Mile; Take Out:

Split Creek or Knife Edge

MIDDLE FORK CLEARWATER

RIVER The Lochsa and the Selway

come together at Lowell to form the

Middle Fork of the Clearwater. Along Hwy

12 below Lowell is a pleasant summer

Class II canoe float. During spring

runoff, the river could be dangerous for

canoes because of high river flows.

The riverbed is wide at this point.

The beginning of the float begins in

lush cedar forests but gradually drier

vegetation becomes more pronounced

towards the end.

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While in the area, we recommend

driving up the Selway for a look at

the falls. You could consider a float

down the lower section of the Selway.

This would make an excellent family

canoe trip, first time raft or fishing

trip. In the fall, this is premium

steelhead country.

River Stats: Difficulty: II- to II+; Trip

Length: 23 mi.; Put in: Lowell; Take Out:

Kooskia

SNAKE RIVER HELLS CANYON

Hells Canyon, though a nationally

famous run, has fairly easy

whitewater. It is a good long trip in

primitive surroundings for novice to

intermediate boaters. There are two

exceptions to that overall description

- Wild Sheep and Granite rapids. Both

are Class IV, but easily portable. Hells

Canyon is also a good run for dories,

and inflatable kayaks, in the hands of

experienced paddlers.

The river in the lower half of the

canyon, below the Pittsburgh

Landing rafting take-out, flattens

out considerably. Strong upstream

breezes are common on summer

afternoons and can make rowing a

slow, strenuous process. The lower

part of the canyon is also a popular

weekend playground for jet-boaters.

Spring rains and snow-melt bring

the canyon’s sparse vegetation to

life from mid-April to mid-June. But

the middle of the summer, you can

expect to have very hot, very dry

weather and terrific swimming. Hells

Canyon boasts excellent fishing for

small-mouth bass and sturgeon.

One of the most common forms

of wildlife in Hells Canyon is the

rattlesnake, so keep your eyes open

whenever you’re walking.

River Stats: Difficulty: III to IV; Trip Length:

81 mi.; Put in: Hells Canyon Dam; Take

Out: Pittsburgh Landing or Heller Bar

MAIN SALMON RIVER"RIVER OF NO RETURN" The

Main Salmon is an ideal family

section with mainly class III rapids.

It is considered a wilderness section

but has ranches located along the

route of the Main Salmon which allow

people to choose lodge-to-lodge

stays. Outfitter and personal jet boat

/ float trips are highly regulated by

the Forest Service to eliminate over

populating the river system.

Most people take six days to run

the 80 roadless miles to Vinegar

Creek. Most of the canyon is densely

forested with ponderosa pine,

Douglas fir and some grand fir. There

is good hiking up side creeks and

good fishing near their confluences.

Attractions not-to-be-missed include

Barth Hot Springs and the old Painter

Mine at river mile 274. And check

out Buckskin Bill’s old homestead a

mile below Painter Mine. Buckskin

Bill (real name Sylvan Hart) died in

1980. He was known as "the last of

the mountain men." He built his own

house, raised his own food and made

his own guns and tools.


85 mi.; Put in: Corn Creek; Take Out:

Vinegar Creek

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MIDDLE FORK SALMON RIVER

The Middle Fork of the Salmon

flows through the Frank Church -

River of No Return Wilderness, the

largest forest wilderness in the

lower 48 states. The Middle Fork is

the historical origin of wilderness

whitewater rafting trips (most last

five nights and six days) and the

most popular long river trip in Idaho.

It combines a beautiful wilderness

setting with 100 frequent rapids

over 100 miles, hot springs, reserved

forest campsites, limited access

and party size, and no jet boats

allowed. In 1968, the Middle Fork was

protected as a Wild River becoming

part of the National Wild and Scenic

Rivers System.

Kayakers with intermediate-level

skills and a good roll should have no

difficulty on any part of the river at

any water level.


100 mi.; Put in: Dagger Falls; Take Out:

Main Salmon

SALMON RIVER ABOVE

RIGGINS Massive ponderosa pine

and vertical granite slabs adorn the

scenic drive up the Salmon above

Riggins. During runoff, several huge

rapids, Vinegar, Ruby and Lake

Creek get "way gnarly" and always

should be scouted. The river can

be unpredictable at high-water

flows and requires an experienced

outfitter to navigate.

In mid-June, things mellow out and

the river turns into a playground.

The rapids become more drop-pool

in nature. Good kayak play spots

emerge, especially around the Wind

River Bridge, with long flat spots in

between. This is excellent Class III

canoe, raft, and dory country.

Fishing can be excellent with fall

and winter being the time to stalk

the elusive sea-run rainbow trout,

otherwise known as steelhead.

Camping is fantastic. Commercial

trips are available. No permits are

required.

River Stats: Difficulty: III- to IV; Trip

Length: 28 mi.; Put in: Vinegar Creek

or Carey Creek; Take Out: Spring Bar,

Riggins, Lucile

SALMON RIVER LOWER GORGE

The Lower Salmon Canyon is

probably Idaho’s most underrated

long river trip. It is particularly good

late in the summer when other

rivers have too little volume to

provide exciting rapids. This offers

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a rare opportunity to do a spur-of-

the-moment three- to five-day trip

on the river since permits are readily

available.

There’s not a river in the world that

has better camping than there is on

the lower Salmon’s big, white beaches.

Most people take four to five days to

do the trip.

River Stats: Difficulty: III- to IV; Trip Length:

80 mi.; Put in: Hammer Creek, Rock Creek;

Take Out: Eagle Creek, Heller Bar

SALMON RIVER BELOW RIGGINS

Riggins to Lucille is a maximum-

fun Class III run. It features lots of

"big-water" rapids, yet is a relatively

safe run. The adjacent road (good

for scouting), deep water and clear

channels are comforting to novices.

This "premier" ten-mile stretch, during

the mid-summer months, offers the

best day trip whitewater in Idaho!

Swimming, playing on beaches, and

bouncing a raft through fun class III

rapids will surely put a smile on your

face! Rapids like "Time Zone, Tight

Squeeze and Fiddle Creek" provide

excitement for all types of boaters.

From guided to private rafting, this

stretch is the most popular in Idaho

at this time of year. From Riggins

to Lucile there are ramps and

access points along US Highway 95.

Commercial outfitters are available for

walk-in rafters in Riggins.

River Stats: Difficulty: III- to IV-; Trip Length:

10 mi.; Put in: Riggins and Shorts Bar; Take

Out: Lucile

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Put aside the history books and listen to the legends of

the Nimiipuu (Nez Perce Tribe), the first people to walk

these lands. Walk the rugged mountains and float the

same rivers that Lewis and Clark did over 200 years ago.

Long before the Lewis and Clark Expedition ventured

west; before the English established a colony at

Jamestown; before Christopher Columbus stumbled

upon the ‘new world,’ the Nimiipuu lived on the prairies

and in the river valleys of what is today north Idaho,

Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

The thread of the past meets the future as the language,

culture and traditions of the Nez Perce thrive in the 21st

century.

NIMIIPUU TODAY The Nez Perce are proud of

their contributions to the culture and economy of this

area. In keeping with their history of self-governance, the

Tribe has taken on many functions previously performed

by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. In addition to government

programs, the Tribe manages business enterprises

related to forest products, convenience stores and

gaming facilities.

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Jackson Sundown (Waaya-Tonah-Toesits-Kahn) was a Nez Perce Indian. He became a well-known horseman and he entered rodeo events at Kamiah and Grangeville, Idaho. Immediately he became a crowd favorite with his big sombrero and his hair in braids, tied under his chin held in place with a handkerchief, with bright colored shirt, and angora chaps.

Learning from our ancestors is so much more fun when you can

walk in their footsteps .

NIMIIPUU CULTURE Nez Perce country has

much to offer visitors. In addition to a landscape rich

in history and natural beauty, Nez Perce people share

their customs and culture in colorful events throughout

the year. Powwows and other community events are

hosted in various locations and visitors are welcome.

For visitors looking to learn about the Nez Perce and

their history here, the Nez Perce National Historical Park

offers historical displays and interpretive programs, as

well as books and Nez Perce crafts.

The Nimiipuu value their traditional teachings and

culture. They continue to live on the land of their

ancestors and maintain many of the important

teachings, which formed the basis of their culture, and

offer a language program.

They have begun breeding horses again. At the facility

near Lapwai, the horse lover will find colorful Appaloosas

and equine representatives of one of the oldest breeds

in the world, the Akhal-Teke. The Tribe has established

a new breed registry as the result of crossing these

two prized lineages. The tribe has also taken a lead

role in reintroduction efforts for coho salmon and the

gray wolf in Idaho—both firsts for an Indian tribe. The

Wolf Education and Research Center is near the town of

Winchester. In addition to a visitor center, wolves can be

viewed in their natural habitat.

The Nez Perce still practice their traditional gathering

cycle. Components of traditional dances and songs

still survive; one contemporary expression of this is

the intertribal gatherings and celebrations that are

conducted by many tribes throughout the U.S. and

Canada. During these gatherings, the Nez Perce take

time to honor their ancient teachings and continue to

reflect upon their contemporary existence in their own

unique way. You may want to experience one of the tribal

gatherings firsthand. The Nez Perce events are open to

the public but it is very important to observe them with

the utmost consideration and respect.

Appaloosa Horses, Appaloosa Horse Museum

Nimiipuu Event

Jackson Sundown


MUSEUMS

THE CASTLE MUSEUM was

built as a home in the early 1900s

overlooking Juliaetta. It was

patterned after Scottish castles.

It has an eclectic collection of

memorabilia from early pioneer life.

Open By Appointment; 208.276.7174 or

208.276.3081

LCSC CENTER FOR ARTS AND

HISTORY in Lewiston houses the

Beuk Aie Temple and other Chinese

artifacts while telling the story of

the thousands of Chinese miners

who were located here in the 1860s.

The gallery rotates exhibits of visual

art works, showcasing the talents of

regional, national and international

artists. In addition to fine arts

exhibitions. The Upper Gallery also

houses permanent historic exhibits.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat, 11 am - 4 pm;

415 Main St., Lewiston; 208.792.2243;

lcsc.edu/thecenter

LEWIS CL ARK DISCOVERY

CENTER The center features

interpretive displays including an

Indian tepee, dugout canoe and

salmon stream. Enjoy a 30-minute

video, Lewis & Clark: From the

Mountains to the Sea, shown every

day on the hour starting at 9 am.

Hells Gate State Park, 208.799.5015

THE JACK O’CONNOR HUNTING

HERITAGE & EDUCATION

CENTER is located on the banks

of the Snake River in the heart of

beautiful Hells Gate State Park

near Lewiston. The Center is the

permanent home of the O’Connor

wildlife collection offering access

to public viewing of his wildlife

trophies obtained from all over the

world. jack-oconnor.org

Visit the LEWIS COUNT Y

HISTORICAL MUSEUM and see

bones from a mammoth skeleton

found near Kamiah. Adjacent to the

Kamiah Welcome Center on Main Street.

NEZ PERCE COUNT Y

HISTORICAL SOCIET Y

MUSEUM preserves 150 years of

the county’s rich history through

a historical campus that includes

museum exhibits, historic

photograph collection, archives,

research library and a beautiful

historic house. 3rd and C St., Lewiston;

208.743.2535

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HISTORICAL MUSEUM contains

artifacts from Lewis and Clark, the

Nez Perce Tribe, the Idaho gold rush

era, and pioneer days.

315 College Ave, Orofino;

208.476.5033

The WOLF EDUCATION

AND RESEARCH

CENTER is dedicated

to providing public

education and scientific

research concerning

the gray wolf and its

habitat in the Northern

Rocky Mountains. 1721

Forest Road, Winchester; 888.422.1110;

wolfcenter.org

Visit the WEIPPE DISCOVERY

CENTER where the focus is on one

of the most important meetings in

the Corps of Discovery saga. Exterior

murals portray the Lewis and Clark

Expedition through Idaho. Walk

the trails throughout the grounds

to experience the Lewis and Clark

living landscape display with plants

and descriptive plaques. 204 Wood

St., Weippe; 208.435.4058; weippe.com

J . HOWARD BRADBURY

MEMORIAL LOGGING MUSEUM

contains a wide assortment of

historical mining and logging

artifacts. Also visit the first

government building in Idaho, the

Shoshone County Courthouse,

located behind the Logging

Museum. 103 S Main St., Pierce;

208.464.2814

Celebrate the history of Idaho’s

state horse at the APPALOOSA

MUSEUM with displays of Western

art, saddles, Indian artifacts and a

hands-on children’s area. Explore

the evolution of the breed and its

importance to Native American

and western cultures. A live

Appaloosa horse exhibit runs

May to October. 2720 W. Pullman

Rd., Moscow; 208.882.5578 ext: 279;

appaloosamuseum.org

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IDAHO FOREST FIRE MUSEUM

is a museum of forest fire fighting

and forest ecology with a retail store

specializing in Smokey the Bear

memorabilia. 310 N. Main St., Moscow;

208.882.4767; smokeybeargifts.com

L ATAH COUNT Y HISTORICAL

MUSEUM , located in a former

Governor’s mansion, the McConnell

House, features period rooms and

changing exhibits on Latah County

history. 327 E. Second St., Moscow;

208.882.1004; users.moscow.com/lchs

ELK RIVER HISTORICAL

MUSEUM has photos, news articles

and memorabilia dating back to

when Elk River was the Trumbell

Homestead, which was turned

into a hunting and fishing resort.

The historical account of the area

continues through the lumber era,

when the first all-electric sawmill

was built, up to the present time.

Open Sat. 12 - 2 pm and holiday

weekends 10 am - 4 pm; Community

Center, 2nd & Main St., Elk River;

208.826.3390 or 208.826.3294

HISTORICAL MUSEUM AT ST .

GERTRUDE houses a unique

collection of over 70,000 artifacts

which reflect the early history of

the region. Rediscover the pioneer

days through exhibits from the

early mining and farming era, plus

a varied collection of minerals,

firearms, Nez Perce artifacts,

and religious items. Highlights

include the Rhoades Emmanuel

Memorial and an extraordinary

collection of fine Asian and

European art. 465 Keuterville

Rd., Cottonwood; 208.962.2050;

historicalmuseumatstgertrude.com

Visit the MONASTERY OF ST .

GERTRUDE , just up the drive from

the Historical Museum. It is home

to over 60 Benedictine Sisters. The

chapel is on the National Register of

Historic Places and is the only part of

the monastery open to the public for

self-guided tours. 465 Keuterville Rd.,

Cottonwood; 208.962.3224;

StGertrudes.org

BICENTENNIAL HISTORICAL

MUSEUM contains many Nez Perce

artifacts, early mining exhibits, and

other early Idaho history. 305 North

College Ave., Grangeville; 208.983.2104 or

208.983.2277

HISTORICAL SITES

On the Snake River, near the mouth

of Kirkwood Creek, is historic

KIRK WOOD RANCH , restored by

the Forest Service. Though no longer

a working ranch, it is open to the

public and includes several buildings

that help visitors understand

the evolution of ranching in Hells

Canyon. One building, the Sterling

Cabin, is a small visitor center with

displays of Hells Canyon artifacts

and photographs reflecting the

history of the area both before

and after the coming of western

Europeans. Access by a Hells Canyon jet

boat tour or drive to Pittsburgh Landing

from White Bird and take the foot trail

for a 5-mile hike. For a spectacular ATV

adventure, access Kirkwood Ranch by

way of Cow Creek Road from Lucile. The

7,000 feet descent requires intermediate

skill on an ATV.

The combined ASA SMITH

MISSION and LEWIS AND

CL ARK LONG CAMP sites are

interpreted by signs at a pullout on

Hwy 12, approximately 1 mile east

of Kamiah. The actual Asa Smith

Mission and Lewis and Clark Long

Camp sites are approximately

2 miles downstream along the

Clearwater River on property

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occupied by a privately owned

logging mill.

Located across from the U.S. Fish

and Wildlife Service Kooskia Fish

Hatchery, the LOOKING GL ASS

VILL AGE SITE conveys the tragic

attack upon a peaceful Nez Perce

band by the U.S. Army, leading to a

subsequent fight at the Clearwater

Battlefield during the 1877 Nez Perce

War. Outdoor exhibits, walking trail.

Visit the LOCHSA HISTORICAL

RANGER STATION . Built in the

1920s, get a glimpse of life at a

backcountry Forest Service ranger

station. Open 9 am to 5 pm, 7 days

a week, Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Located 60 miles west of Lolo Pass

between MP 120 and 125 on Hwy 12.

LOLO PASS VISITOR CENTER

displays information about the

Lewis and Clark journey across the

Bitterroot Mountains and the 1877

flight of the Nez Perce. It provides

historical, natural, and general

information about the area. May 15 to

Oct 15; daily 8 am - 5:30 pm Pacific Time;

picnic tables; public restroom; winter

recreation opportunities visit fs.fed.us/

r1/clearwater

Constructed by the Civilian

Conservation Corps in 1939, the

FENN HISTORICAL RANGER

STATION is listed on the National

Register of Historic Places. Other

historic sites are still in use on the

District including the Moose Creek

Ranger Station (built in 1922),

Shearer Guard Station, Meadow

Creek Cabin (circa 1922), and Selway

Falls Cabin (circa 1907). Located along

Selway River Road five miles east of the

junction of Lowell and Hwy 12.

Visit the GHOST TOWN OF

OROGRANDE , (Spanish for "coarse

gold"), once a trading center for the

Buffalo Hump Mining district, with a

store, a post office, and a fine hotel.

Built in 1899, the decaying hotel

structure still stands in the center

of town. To reach Orogrande, take

Forest Road #233 off Hwy 14 between

Grangeville and Elk City.

SL ATE CREEK RANGER

STATION ’s two-story log cabin was

built in 1909. It was used as district

headquarters and guard station for

fire, trail, and road crews. It is now

a historical museum. Located at the

Salmon River Ranger District office at

Slate Creek on the Salmon River between

the communities of White Bird (approx.

10 miles to the north) and Riggins

(approx. 18 miles to the south).

WEIPPE PRAIRIE , a traditional

Nez Perce village and camas

gathering site was the place where

the Nez Perce first encountered

and aided the Lewis and Clark

Expedition. The landscape,

preserved by the park, is located

2 miles southeast of the town of

Weippe on Larson Road; follow

the road signs from Weippe to the

interpretive pullout.

NEZ PERCE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK SITES

A unit of the National Park Service,

Nez Perce National Historical Park is

comprised of 38 sites in four states,

of which 24 are in North Central

Idaho. A complete tour of the Idaho

sites is about 400 miles, so you may

want to select the segments that

specifically interest you. Rangers

can assist you in person at the

main visitor center at Spalding. Free

admission; 208.843.7009; nps.gov/nepe

NEZ PERCE NATIONAL

HISTORICAL PARK VISITOR

CENTER A museum and film

provide an orientation to the park.

In the Center’s museum, view

clothing and daily objects reflecting

traditional Nez Perce lifeways, and

a ribbon given to a tribal member

by the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

A picnic area, arboretum, and the

historic Spalding townsite are a

short distance from the Center.

Spalding, 10 miles east of Lewiston

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HEART OF THE MONSTER This

Nez Perce National Historical Park

site commemorates the creation of

the Nimiipuu people. This site was

a major prehistoric and historic

Nez Perce crossing point of the

Clearwater River. The nontreaty Nez

Perce forded the Clearwater River at

this location during the 1877 war.

An interpretive shelter with two

exhibits offers an audio program to

give background information on the

role of legends in Nez Perce culture

and tell a part of the "Coyote and

the Monster" legend in Nez Perce

and in English. A short trail leads to

the Heart of the Monster formation,

where a small semicircle of seating

is available to listen to the audio

program. Milepost 68.5 on Hwy 12 east

of Kamiah

CANOE CAMP At this site the

Lewis and Clark Expedition, aided by

the Nez Perce, built five canoes in

September 1805.

Here the ill and hungry men of the

Lewis and Clark expedition hewed

and burned out the "Holler" of the

five canoes which were to carry them

on to the Pacific.

From September 26 to October 7,

1805, the explorers camped at this

point. They had used packhorses in

crossing the mountain trails from

the upper Missouri; here they

returned to river travel, caching

their saddles and gear and leaving

their horses to be wintered with the

friendly Nez Perce. Nez Perce National

Historical Park, 4 miles west of Orofino

on Hwy 12; 208.843.7009

BUFFALO EDDY NEZ PERCE

NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK On

either side of an eddy formed by a

series of sharp bends in the Snake

River are densely grouped clusters of

petroglyphs and a few pictographs.

This rock art contains hundreds

of distinct images associated

with early Nez Perce people. These

images date from as early as 4,500

years ago. Some potentially historic

ranching features on the Idaho side

of the Snake River set a scene of the

rural West. These are only viewable

from the river by boat. 20 miles south

of Lewiston on Snake River Road

WHITE BIRD BAT TLEFIELD , Nez

Perce National Historical Park site,

is located just north of White Bird.

The first battle of the Nez Perce War

was fought here June 17, 1877. When

soldiers arrived in the area, they fired

upon Nez Perce who were waving

a white flag of peace, beginning

the fight. Thirty-four soldiers were

killed while the Nez Perce lost none.

A self-guided walking tour booklet

of the battlefield is available at

the trailhead 1.2 miles through the

town of White Bird on the Old Spiral

Highway. There is an interpretive

shelter along Hwy 95 that overlooks

the battlefield and explains the

sequence of events that day. 85 miles

south of Lewiston on Hwy 95

Reenactment of Lewis and Clark meeting the Nez Perce on the Weippe Prairie, Kyle Mills

Artifacts, Nez Perce National Historical Park Idaho Tourism

Open Tuesday-Sunday • www.uidaho.edu/caa/galleries/prichardartgallery414 S Main, Moscow, ID 83843 208.885.3586

The Prichard Art Gallery on the corner of fifth and Main Street in downtown Moscow, serves the community with a year-round schedule of contemporary art exhibitions. The gallery store offers unique and affordable locally made gifts, a ggifts, a great selection of creative children’s toys and coats, jewelry by many local artists, greeting cards and a lot more.

PRICHARD ART GALLERY


NORTHWEST PASSAGE ALL AMERICAN ROAD LEWISTON TO MONTANA AND

KOOSKIA TO GRANGEVILLE

This beautiful byway is the

easiest way to trace the Lewis and

Clark Expedition route along the

Clearwater and Lochsa rivers.

The Lewis and Clark National

Historic Trail lies on the

mountainous ridges above

the rivers in this land of the

Nez Perce Indians. This byway

follows the water route Lewis

and Clark sought but were unable to

navigate.

From the west this beautiful route

begins at the Washington state line

on Hwy 12 and traverses the winding

Clearwater River Canyon, passing

through the Nez Perce National

Historical Park areas of Spalding and

Kamiah and the towns of Lenore,

Orofino, Kamiah, and Kooskia. At

Kooskia, the byway splits, with one

route continuing on Hwy 13 south to

the Camas Prairie and the town of

Grangeville, while another heads east

on Hwy 12 along the Middle Fork of

the Clearwater River and the Lochsa

Wild and Scenic River, toward the

Montana border.

A free cassette/CD audio tour of this

byway is available at regional visitor

centers. Get more information at

northcentralidaho.info. Lewiston to

Montana: 176 miles, 4 hours. Kooskia to

Grangeville: 26 miles, 40 minutes.

CAMAS PRAIRIE GRANGEVILLE TO WINCHESTER

Your journey begins in Grangeville

and the hub of the Camas Prairie.

Traveling north on Hwy 95, you will

experience the Camas Corridor’s

rolling landscape. Over 100 years of

cultivation have created a patchwork

quilt of wheat, canola, and oat fields.

If you are lucky enough to drive this

route in late May, a blue sea of camas

blooms will greet you. The camas

bulb was a favorite and major

food source for the Nez Perce

Indians.

Throughout your journey, four

wilderness areas and four

national forests are within

your reach, totaling about 5.5 million

acres. The route takes you through

the community of Cottonwood

and on to the timbered areas of

Craigmont and Winchester. Travel

Distance: 40 miles, 1 hour.

ELK CITY WAGON ROAD The Elk City Wagon Road closely

follows the southern Nez Perce Trail

used by Native Americans and later

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< Two airlines serve North

Central Idaho at Lewiston

(Lewiston-Nez Perce County

Regional Airport - LWS): Delta

Connection carrier SkyWest and

Horizon Air. The Pullman/Moscow

Regional Airport (PUW) is served by

Horizon Air. Each airport offers daily

flights in and out of the area. Direct

flights from Salt Lake City, Boise,

and Seattle help you connect to

North Central Idaho from anywhere

in the world.

" Traveling by car or motor

home is a wonderful way to

experience North Central Idaho.

Enter the area from the north via

Coeur d’Alene, ID, or Spokane, WA.

Enter the area from the south

via Boise and travel along the

whitewater of the Salmon River.

Travel the historic Lewis and Clark

Trail from Missoula, MT or from the

wine country of Walla Walla, WA.

b Greyhound provides service

to Cottonwood, Craigmont,

Grangeville, Lewiston, Moscow,

Riggins, and White Bird from Boise

and Spokane.

GETTING HERE

miners. Access from Hwy 13 to the

Wagon Road is via Battle Ridge Road

in Stites to Clearwater, Sally Ann

Road between Stites and Harpster

to Clearwater, or from Harpster,

all small towns on the South Fork

of the Clearwater River. It can

be toured as part of the annual

summer adventure held in July or

as a self-guided tour during the

months of June-September, weather

permitting. The Elk City Ranger

Station, Nez Perce or Clearwater

National Forests can provide more

information. A brochure may be

downloaded at www.fs.fed.us/r1/

nezperce/.

TRAVEL CAUTIONS: Most of this road

is still a rutted, narrow, single-lane,

unpaved passage of days gone by.

No gas stations or other services are

available. Travel Distance: 45 miles, 4-6

hours.

ELK RIVER BACKCOUNTRY BY WAY

The route to Elk River, from either

direction, can be characterized

as an all natural, no frills,

individualistic and unpretentious

pathway through rural North Central

Idaho. It is a route to adventure,

fun and relaxation for travelers

of all types; in particular those

searching for a scenic drive off

the beaten path with outstanding

cultural, historic, recreational and

scenic values. Travelers will have the

opportunity to observe many types

of wildlife, forested backcountry and

cross a suspension bridge across

Dworshak Reservoir.

TRAVEL CAUTIONS: Portions of the

road between Elk River and Dent Acres

are unpaved but maintained. Travel

Distance: 55 miles, 2.25 hours.

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LOLO MOTORWAY

This single-lane dirt road built with

help from the Civilian Conservation

Corps in the 1930s is not for the

faint of heart. The motorway follows

the footprints of the Nez Perce

when they traveled the buffalo trail.

The Lewis and Clark Expedition

struggled along the same ridges.

Whether you’re driving across Lolo

Motorway from the east or the

west, plan to spend some time and

take in the scenery and history.

TRAVEL CAUTIONS: The motorway has

no gas stations, stores, developed

water sources, or other services. It is

unpaved, narrow, rocky, and steep.

The road is suitable for high clearance

vehicles only. Be prepared by packing

a Clearwater National Forest map, and

other travel essentials. Check with

the Forest Service for current road

conditions. Clearwater National Forest;

208.926.4274; .fs.fed.us/r1/clearwater.

Total distance: 119 miles, 2-5 days

(suggested).

GOLD RUSH HISTORIC BYWAY GREER TO

HEADQUARTERS

A gold strike in 1860 brought

prospectors across the Clearwater

River and along the aptly named

Gold Rush Historic Byway. Bursting

with fascinating scenery, wildlife,

and history, the year-round

route begins east of Orofino at

the junction of Hwy 12 and Hwy

11 at Greer and follows Hwy 11 to

Headquarters. Total distance: 42

miles, 1.5 hours.

WHITE PINE SCENIC ROUTE

MOSCOW LOOP

The scenic highways of this

tour take you through the fertile

farmlands of the Palouse Prairie

and the timbered foothills of the

Clearwater National Forest. As you

leave Moscow, go north on Hwy

95 to the junction of Hwy 6, turn

east toward Potlatch. The highway

follows the Palouse River through

Princeton and Harvard and turns

north through forests of pine and

cedar. You will pass through the

White Pine Scenic Route, a six-mile

corridor through majestic stands

of white pine. At the junction of Hwy

3, turn south toward Clarkia and

Bovill and then turn right at Bovill

onto Hwy 8 to take you back to

Moscow via Deary and Troy.

Total distance: 118 miles (not including

side trip to Elk River from Bovill), 3.75

hours.

GRANGEVILLE TO DIXIE Hwys 13 and 14 from Grangeville

to Dixie follow the path of an 1891

wagon road that carried trappers,

missionaries, pioneers, and hopeful

prospectors to gold deposits at Elk

City and Dixie. From Grangeville

(Hwy 13), you will descend almost

2,000 feet into the deep canyon of

the Clearwater River’s South Fork.

From the intersection with Hwy 14

you will follow the winding South

Fork River to Elk City, Dixie, and Red

River.

Total distance: 80 miles, 3.5 hours.

RIVER OF NO RETURN RIGGINS TO WHITE BIRD

Riggins is the gateway to Idaho’s

famous "River of No Return." One

of the best ways to experience this

area is to take a whitewater float

trip or jet boat excursion on the

Salmon River.

By car, you can follow the "River

of No Return," on Hwy 95 from

Riggins to White Bird. The time

zone changes just north of Riggins

as you cross the Salmon River.

White Bird is the gateway to Hells

Canyon, the deepest gorge in North

America. From White Bird, take

a well-maintained, gravel road

with some steep pitches into the

heart of Hells Canyon to Pittsburg

Landing where rafting and jet boat

trips begin and end. Just up the hill

from White Bird is the site of the

White Bird Battlefield and is one of

the Nez Perce National Historical

Park sites. An interpretive sign tells

the story of the first battle of the

Nez Perce War in 1877.

Total distance: 29 miles, 35 minutes.

MORE DRIVES NEAR RIGGINS

DRIVE #1 is a nice loop drive.

Travel one-half mile north of

Riggins on Hwy 95 to the Race

Creek Road (#241) and turn left

(west). At Iron Phone Junction, take

Road #2060 to the Saw Pit and Low

Saddle viewpoints, then loop back

to Iron Phone Junction.

DRIVE #2 takes you to Heavens

Gate Lookout. To get there, drive

one-half mile south of Riggins

on Hwy 95 to the Seven Devils

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Road and turn right (west). A 19-

mile drive takes you to the lookout,

campground facilities and the Hells

Canyon Wilderness. From there, see

breathtaking views of the Seven

Devils Mountains, Hells Canyon,

and four states—Oregon, Idaho,

Washington, and Montana.

DRIVE #3 takes you east toward

the Frank Church River of No Return

Wilderness Area. At the south end

of Riggins, cross the bridge over the

Little Salmon River and follow the

Big Salmon River Road east to the

end of the road. 27 miles. Historical

markers point to "ferry" spots and

mining history. Several picnic spots

with facilities are located along the

road.

For information on road conditions, call

the Hells Canyon National Recreation

Area; 208.628.3916.

OLD WHITE BIRD HILL BACKCOUNTRY DRIVE This Old Spiral Highway can be

accessed near the summit of White

Bird Hill from Hwy 95 or from the

town of White Bird at the bottom

of the hill. It was considered an

engineering feat in its day as it

zigzagged 2,900 feet gaining 4,429

feet in elevation in 14 miles. Prison

labor helped construct the road.

Paved in 1938, it is listed on the

National Register of Historic Places.

It was bypassed by the newer Hwy 95

and now has little traffic but makes

a pleasant view-laden drive.

PITTSBURG LANDING

Don’t miss one of the few accesses

to Hells Canyon—Pittsburg Landing

near White Bird provides a boat

launch ramp into Hells Canyon,

the deepest river gorge in North

America. A campground, restrooms,

and trail head complete the site. The

scenic mountain road from Hwy 95

to Pittsburg Landing is graveled and

maintained year-round with some

steep pitches near the top. It offers

spectacular views into the center

of Hells Canyon National Recreation

Area. The Pittsburg Landing hike,

best in spring or fall, takes you up

the river 6 miles to Historic Kirkwood

Ranch. This is a popular scenic

drive access for visitors as well as

recreationalists.

PINE BAR RECREATION AREA

Pine Bar lies along the Lower Salmon

River, surrounded by semi-arid

mountain peaks. It is a frequent

put-in spot for floating the Lower

Salmon River via raft, kayak,

jet boat, or power boat. Visitors

participate in other recreational

activities here such as camping,

fishing, and picnicking. Several large

beaches provide perfect swimming

opportunities.

Along the way, stop at Weis

Rockshelter, an archaeological

site that was inhabited by Nez

Perce people for more than 8,000

years. It is named for the amateur

archaeologists who excavated

and then backfilled it in 1962. The

artifacts they unearthed are stored

at the University of Idaho. The site is

about 8 miles south of Cottonwood,

along the Graves Creek Road, 7 miles

west and south of Hwy 95.

Continue another 5 miles to reach

Pine Bar.

SELWAY RIVER

Only 20 miles of the Selway River,

from its junction with the Lochsa

River upstream to the Selway-

Bitterroot Wilderness boundary, is

accessible by road.

A 42-mile sightseeing drive from

Lowell to Selway Falls and back

offers the traveler an opportunity to

appreciate the pristine beauty of the

river as well as picturesque Selway

Falls. The east end of the Selway

River corridor provides access to

three trailheads entering the Selway-

Bitterroot Wilderness. Wildlife are

abundant throughout the corridor

including elk, white-tailed deer, black

bear, moose, bald and golden eagles,

Canadian geese, beaver, and river

otter.

TRAVEL TIPSDue to the varied terrain in

the region, CELL PHONE

ACCESS IS LIMITED or

non-existent in some parts of

North Central Idaho.

24-HOUR TRAVEL

CONDITIONS Dial 511

(voice-activated phone

navigation) or 1-888-IDA-ROAD

(888.423.7623); 511.idaho.org

North Central Idaho

has MANY T YPES OF

ROADWAY SURFACES

(paved, gravel, and dirt).

Please be sure to consult a

map before embarking on

your trip.


In Grangeville, a 9-hole course

is nestled on the edge of the

Camas Prairie. At GRANGEVILLE

COUNTRY CLUB a creek and

established trees come into play, but

the spectacular views of the prairie

and surrounding mountains ensure

an enjoyable round. Amenities

include a pro shop, snack bar, and

driving range. 208.983.1299

QUAIL RIDGE GOLF COURSE in

Clarkston is a par 71, 18-hole public

course with fairways that follow the

contours of the open hills. Water

hazards and canyons can swallow

your ball if you’re not careful.

Views from this elevated course

overlook the valley and Snake River.

509.758.8501

CL ARKSTON GOLF AND

COUNTRY CLUB ’s 18-hole, narrow,

tree-lined fairways keep you focused

on straight tee shots. Water hazards

come into play on at least seven

holes. The signature hole is no. 10, a

435-yard, par 4, requiring a tee shot

up a narrow fairway. 509.758.7911

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You’ll discover some of North Central Idaho’s best-kept secrets in golf . Here you can explore courses that both challenge and delight while enjoying mild weather and uncrowded courses .

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The fairways at LEWISTON

GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

wind around an upscale housing

development and hilly terrain.

Golfers can test their skills on

numerous side-hill lies. Two small

lakes and a canyon come into play.

208.746.2801

BRYDEN CANYON GOLF

COURSE is a public 18-hole course

designed for senior and intermediate

golfers. The terrain is wide open with

views of the Snake and Clearwater

rivers, and the course plays fast. Two

ponds come into play. 208.746.0863

K AYLER’S BEND GOLF COURSE

is a scenic, riverside 9-hole course. A

couple of ponds test your aversion to

water. 208.486.6841

OROFINO GOLF COURSE was

built on hilly terrain, with many

uneven lies. The area surrounding

this 9-hole course is beautiful

and many fairways are tree lined.

208.476.3117

UNIVERSIT Y OF IDAHO GOLF

COURSE in Moscow has elevated

greens and long par 3s. Fairways

follow the contours of the rolling

hills of the Palouse. Be wary of water

hazards. 208.885.6171

PALOUSE RIDGE GOLF CLUB

at Washington State University

is an 18-hole Scottish links style

course. It is ranked No. 2 best college

campus course in the nation. With

breathtaking views of the Palouse,

and a challenging layout, it’s a

golf experiencing you’ll be telling

your friends about. 509.335.4342;

palouseridge.com

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FIND YOUR ADVENTURENorth Central Idaho is full of hiking trails . Most Idaho

trails offer trailhead parking and maps are generally

available from the U . S . Forest Service and Bureau of

Land Management . Take a day hike . Climb to a high

alpine lake . Load your pack for a multi-day adventure

in the best of Idaho’s wilderness and backcountry .

If you have a bike, there’s a trail for you in North

Central Idaho . Choose from easy paved trails along

creeks and rivers to 5,400-foot climbs made for more

than a weekend warrior .

Riding an ATV or motorcycle through North Central

Idaho is a great way to take the road less traveled .

Miles of trails and old logging roads will entice the

riding enthusiast in you .

Communities throughout the region hold ATV Fun

Runs in May through September . Check them out and

see the mud fly! Idaho Backcountry Discovery Route;

backcountrydiscoveryroutes.com

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Whether your idea of adventure includes a motorized vehicle or a horse as your partner, the countless number of trails in North Central Idaho will provide spectacular views and adventure abound.

HIKING · CAMPING · HORSEBACK RIDING · BIKINGMOTORCYCLING · ATV · SNOWMOBILING

CL ARKE MOUNTAIN TRAIL SYSTEM

23 miles from Pierce

Some sections of this 25-mile trail system

are steep and winding and, therefore, not for

inexperienced riders. ATV and motorcycle

riders can choose to do a day-ride or take

advantage of the area’s campsites.

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DECEP TION CEDARS TRAIL SYSTEM

40 miles northeast of Pierce

Riders will find scenic views of the North

Fork Clearwater River on the 28 miles of this

trail. With two campgrounds nearby, turn

your ride into a weekend trip.

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MUSSELSHELL AREA AND MEADOWS

12 miles south of Pierce and 12 miles east of

Weippe

The Musselshell area has over 12 miles of

trails for ATV and motorcycle riders. With

wide trails and gentle grades, this is a great

place to bring the family or for beginning

riders. Access July to September.

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OLD SAMPSON TRAIL

Potlatch

This ATV trail was once used as a wagon

trail in the late 1800s. Cruise through the 4.5

miles of this historic trail all year. It is open

to non-motorized traffic, as well, so watch

out for hikers.

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SCURV Y LOOKOUT ROUTE

Near Powell

This 5-mile trail is an old fire-access road.

It brings riders up to the Scurvy Mountain

Lookout, which offers a panoramic view of

the surrounding area. Access the trail from

Forest Road 581.

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NEZ PERCE NATIONAL FOREST

Elk City

Over 350 miles of trails compose the Elk

City groomed trail system and cover the Nez

Perce National Forest area. In the winter,

snow depths of one to ten feet provide great

snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Hiking, four-wheeling, mountain biking

and horseback riding are popular summer

activities. Abundant wildlife and scenery are

around every corner with elevations ranging

from 3,000 feet to nearly 9,000 feet on

Buffalo Hump.

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This is very remote country. Be sure to be pre-

pared when setting out. Contact the Red River

Ranger District at the Elk City Ranger Station.

208.842.2245; fs.fed.us/r1/nezperce

FISH CREEK LOOP

7 miles from Grangeville

This is a great trail for beginners and

families. The 6.6-mile loop is doable in 1.5

hours or less. Moderate rolling terrain in

a shady, forested setting. Access May -

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CAMAS PRAIRIE RAILROAD

Take a bike or ATV excursion along

the old Camas Prairie Railroad grade

that parallels Hwy 95.

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ED CORKILL MEMORIAL TRAIL

Juliaetta/Kendrick

This paved 5.3-mile trail skirts

the Potlatch River between the

communities of Juliaetta and

Kendrick. The trail is a converted

rail bed that was built in the 1890s

by the Northern Pacific Railroad.

It’s a scenic path with benches,

signage of the railroad’s history, and

a variety of wildflowers, trees, and

butterfly gardens. Access the trail

on the east end near the Kendrick

High School or on the west end at

the Juliaetta Centennial Park and

baseball field.

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ELK BUT TE

Hike, drive or snowmobile to the top

of Elk Butte (elevation 5,824 feet) for

a spectacular view of two national

forests and the rugged Selkirk-

Bitterroot Range.

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CLEARWATER-SNAKE RIVER

NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL

Lewiston

Bike an easy, paved trail on the

Washington or Idaho side of the

river along the Snake and Clearwater

rivers. Stop to dip your feet in the

cool water, have a picnic at one of

the many benches along the way,

or stop to watch the Canada geese.

Access year round.

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BILL CHIPMAN PALOUSE TRAIL

Moscow

This 7 miles of paved trail connects

the towns of Moscow, Idaho and

Pullman, Washington and runs

along the Moscow-Pullman Highway.

Access most of the year.

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ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL

GARDENS AND SHAT TUCK

ARBORETUM

Moscow

Enjoy a stroll with a combined total

of 77 tranquil trails and plantings.

208.885.6250

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MOSCOW MOUNTAIN

5 miles from Moscow

Ridgetop riding provides excellent

views of the rolling fields of the

Palouse to the south and forest to

the north. There’s a bit of a climb to

the top on this 13-mile loop ride.

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PIAH CREEK LOOP

35 miles northeast of Moscow

Trek from the Giant White Pine

Campground to North-South Ski

area on this moderate to strenuous

15-mile loop ride through the forest.

Access May to October.

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LOLO MOTORWAY

Near Powell

Bike the historic Lewis and Clark

Trail in conditions very similar to

those the expedition encountered

200 years ago. This tree-lined ridge

road runs high above the Lochsa

River. Travel well-prepared if going

on your own on this 73-mile journey.

Local outfitters are prepared to

make this trail a lesson in history

while making it a much more

comfortable journey for you.

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SELWAY-BIT TERROOT

WILDERNESS

Approximately 870,000 acres within

the 1.3 million acre Selway River

Subbasin. 560,000 acres are within

the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness;

275,000 acres are inventoried

roadless; and approximately 35,000

acres are roaded.

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Visit the Moose Creek Ranger District

Headquartered at Fenn Historical Ranger

Station for trails and more information.

PINE BAR

Salmon River

A secluded yet popular Bureau of

Land Management picnic, fishing,

wildlife viewing and raft launch area

with views into a rocky roadless

section of the river canyon.

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Three miles south of Cottonwood turn

off Hwy 95 following signs for the Weis

Rockshelter. Turn left where the road

splits at the Salmon River. Restrooms

and water are available.

COLGATE LICKS NATIONAL

RECREATION TRAIL

De Voto Memorial Cedar Grove, 3 miles

east of Powell Ranger Station

Enjoy a 45-minute interpretive

nature walk.

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CLEARWATER NATIONAL

FOREST

Visit preserved tracts of old growth

timber such as Walker Park near

Headquarters. A stand of western

Red Cedar and western White Pine

showcases trees 10 to 15 feet in

diameter and 200 feet tall.

The gateway to the Clearwater and

Nez Perce National Forests and the

Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness offer

multiple opportunities for a relaxing

vacation away from the crowds and

traffic. In these wide open spaces,

you can plan a backpack trip, spend

a week or more hunting or fishing,

enjoy a guided pack trip and really

get away from it all.

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Visit the Clearwater National Forest

Headquarters on Hwy 12 near the bridge

to Orofino to find maps and books

on regional history and wildlife. The

staff can help you find hiking trails

and fishing and swimming spots.

208.476.4541; fs.fed.us/r1/clearwater

THE FRANK CHURCH - RIVER

OF NO RETURN WILDERNESS

For the explorer who wants a

backcountry adventure, there are

wilderness outfitters throughout

the area. They can equip and guide

horseback trips, fishing, hunting

or camping experiences that are

an unforgettable opportunity of a

lifetime.

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GOSPEL HUMP WILDERNESS

Hikers and mountain bikers can

explore uncountable miles of forest

and watch an abundance of wildlife.

The Gospel Hump Wilderness ranges

in elevation from 1,970 to 8,940 feet

with its highest peak at Buffalo

Hump. Many streams and

lakes support many kinds of

fish. Big game species such

as elk, mule and whitetail

deer, black bear, cougar,

moose, mountain goat, and

mountain sheep live within

this area. Chukar, grouse, and

other game bird inhabit the

206,053 acres of undeveloped

land. Guided pack trips, trail

rides, fishing and rafting

trips are available from

experienced outfitters.

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DWORSHAK RESERVOIR

Orofino

Spend the day boating, fishing,

hiking, camping, or just relaxing on

the shore makes for a memorable

day.

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HELLS CANYON NATIONAL

RECREATION AREA

Enjoy the spectacular views of the

canyon with almost 900 miles of

trails.

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The visitor center is located on Hwy

95 in Riggins. 208.628.3916; fs.fed.us/

hellscanyon

MORRIS CREEK CEDAR GROVE

10 miles northwest of the town of

Elk River

A 0.7 mile loop trail wanders among

the 90-acre stand of old-growth

cedar trees, which are estimated to

be 400-500 years old.

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PALOUSE DISCOVERY SCIENCE

CENTER

Pullman

The Center promotes science, math,

and technology literacy through

the use of educational programs,

exhibits, teaching collections, and

activities emphasizing hands-on

learning. A fun place for children

and adults! 950 NE Nelson Ct, Pullman;

509.332.6869; palousescience.org

WSU BEAR CENTER

Pullman

Washington State University began a

bear program in 1986 in response to

the threatened status of many bear

populations. The facility includes a

2-acre exercise yard and six indoor-

outdoor pens. Viewing during the

non-hibernating period (approximately

April-October); Grimes Way and Airport

Road, Pullman; 509.335.1119

HAMILTON LOWE AQUATIC

CENTER

Moscow

You’ll find fun for the whole family

at aquatic center in Moscow. The

aquatic center includes several

large water slides, smaller slides for

younger children, a kid’s area and a

large concession area. 830 N Mountain

View Rd, Moscow; 208.882.7665

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FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIESBetween all the North Central Idaho outdoor adventures and regional festivals, spend

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WILD AT ART

Moscow

Spend your time with the kids

creating one-of-a-kind ceramic

pieces. If you are looking for a

great way to spend your time in

the beautiful downtown Moscow

area, come in, pick your piece,

grab some paint, and let your

imagination go wild! Open Weds-Sun;

118 E. 3rd Street; Moscow; 208.669.2425;

moscowwildatart.com

ASOTIN COUNT Y FAMILY

AQUATIC CENTER

Clarkston

Slip and slide your way to the

aquatic center in Clarkston, WA. This

fabulous pirate-themed aquatic

center has an outdoor waterpark

with slides, lazy river, wave pool

and a fun-filled adventure pool for

the kiddies (open June through

August). The indoor natatorium

with lap pool, therapy pool, hot

tub, fitness center and kids’ water

feature area is open year-round. 1603

Dustan Loop, Clarkston; 509.758.0110;

theaquaticcenter.org

DWORSHAK NATIONAL FISH

HATCHERY

Ahsahka

Dworshak Fish Hatchery produces

2.5 million steelhead and one million

spring Chinook salmon annually. Self-

guided tour available daily; guided tours

Saturdays May-Sept and by appointment

weekdays. 43 mi. E. of Lewiston, 3 mi. W.

of Orofino; 4147 Ahsahka Rd., Ahsahka;

208.476.2224

MULESHOE PAINTBALL PARK

Ahsahka

Muleshoe Paintball Park offers a

complete experience with on-site

camping, recreational activities and

a fully equipped paintball course

with optional nighttime

lighting available. 2404

Old Ahsahka Grade Rd.,

Ahsahka; 208.476.5925;

muleshoepaintballpark.

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RED RIVER HOT

SPRINGS

Red River

Red River Hot Springs is

a remote, rustic resort located in

the Nez Perce National Forest. It

offers public and private pools with

water temperatures of about 104

degrees. 3827 Red River Road, Elk City;

208.842.2587

GARNET DIGGING

West of Clarkia

Idaho and India are the two places

in the world where star garnets are

found. The 12-sided crystals range in

size from sand particles to golf-ball

or larger size and are often found

with four-or six-ray stars. Located

west of Clarkia off Hwy 3 one-half mile

on 281 Gulch; permits, information, and

digging area: St. Joe Ranger District;

208.245.2531.

HUNTING FOR WILD EDIBLES

Be on the hunt for wild mushrooms

in the Spring starting in April. Wild

Morel Mushrooms can easily be

found by the side of the road as deep

in the forest.

Huckleberry bushes on south-facing

slopes ripen as early as mid-July

while those on north facing slopes

can be ripening as late as October.

They are found in open areas along

roads, trails or abandoned logging

roads.

Hunt for elusive edibles around Elk River,

Waha and the Blue Mountains. For an

insiders tip, ask the locals for the best

picking spots.

Morel Mushroom Hunting, Jenny Purington

Palouse Discovery Science Center

2015

Join in this annual festival celebrating arts, culture and community in the Lewis-Clark Valley throughout the month of April.

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SNOWPLAY

North Central Idaho features over 1,200 miles of

groomed trails and thousands of acres of untouched

off-trail playground.

The trails and open spaces include heavily timbered

areas, open meadows, windswept ridges, and snow-

filled bowls. Many of the trails lead to scenic vistas

while others meander along crystal clear mountain

streams. You also can ride along a portion of the route

that Lewis and Clark traveled 200 years ago!

The region receives an abundance of snow thanks

to the many Pacific storm systems that take aim at

the Northwest during the winter months. With riding

elevations ranging from 3,000 feet to over 7,000 feet,

the area receives 120 to 200 inches of snow, much

of which is that dry, fluffy powder you only dream of

riding in. Snow usually begins to fall in November and

can last through late April.

SNOWMOBILING ·SNOWSHOEING · SKIING · SLEDDING


SNOWMOBILING North Central Idaho is home to six

distinct riding areas, each with its

own grooming program, unique

characteristics, local hospitality

and amenities that will make

your snowmobiling experience

unparalleled.

MOSCOW, BOVILL , ELK RIVER

300 miles groomed

PIERCE, WEIPPE

200 miles groomed

POWELL/LOLO PASS

75 miles groomed

ELK CIT Y, DIXIE , CLEARWATER

350 miles groomed

GRANGEVILLE, WHITE BIRD

150 miles groomed

WINCHESTER, SOLDIERS

MEADOWS

250 miles groomed

Comfortable and affordable lodging

facilities are abundant throughout

the region, along with a variety of

restaurants and pubs to help make

your stay more enjoyable. Equipment

rental and repair is offered by area

dealers, and guided back-country

excursions are offered by several

licensed outfitters. Adventure

packages which feature lodging,

snowmobile rentals and guide

services are readily available. The

trail systems can be accessed

easily from the doorstep of many

of the region’s resorts and lodging

establishments.

SKIING: DOWNHILL

You’ll find a family-friendly

wonderland in North Central Idaho’s

regional ski hills: Cottonwood Butte

near Cottonwood, Bald Mountain Ski

Area near Pierce, and Snowhaven

near Grangeville. Snowhaven also

features a tubing hill and cross-

country trails.

COT TONWOOD BUT TE

Situated just outside of Cottonwood,

Cottonwood Butte is a relatively

small ski area compared to some

others in the state. However, with an

845-foot vertical drop, it can hold

its own against many of its larger or

swankier neighbors. With a summit

elevation of 5,566 feet and about 250

ski-friendly acres, this ski area has

become a favorite among locals and

visitors. Cottonwood has seven trails

and two lifts. The total area available

for skiing is 260 acres while the

longest run stretches for 4,000 feet.

For current snow conditions, call

208.746.6397. For general information

about rental equipment, food service and

more, call 208.962.3624.

BALD MOUNTAIN

Managed by the Idaho Department

of Parks and Recreation, this small

resort in North Central Idaho has

been open since 1959 for skiing and

snowboarding in the Orofino area.

Bald Mountain has two lifts on its

195 acres and a 975 feet vertical

drop. The summit elevation is 7,770

feet with an annual snowfall of 230

inches. Located 42 miles east of

Orofino, 6 miles north of Pierce. For

more information, call 208.464.2311.

SNOWHAVEN

Visit Snowhaven in Grangeville

for uncrowded downhill skiing,

snowboarding, and their new Tube

Run, great for family fun. Two ski lifts

serve over 40 acres of snow-covered

terrain, with slopes for beginner

through advanced skiers. Enjoy

meticulously groomed runs, or the

challenge of "powder hounding" in

the trees.

The whole family can ski together,

take lessons or ski with friends. PSIA-

certified instructors and National

Ski Patrol ensure a safe, supervised

environment for all ages.

For years Snowhaven has been a

well-kept secret, enjoyed by the

friendly residents of Idaho County.

While larger ski areas have become

increasingly congested, Snowhaven

has remained essentially a "local"

ski area providing outstanding,

uncrowded slopes for all levels of

skiers.

Located at the western edge of the

vast North Central Idaho mountain

range, Snowhaven receives frequent

snow falls of cold, dry powder snow

- perfect for skiing! Located just 7

miles from downtown Grangeville,

on Grangeville-Salmon Road,

Snowhaven overlooks the beautiful

Camas Prairie, the Nez Perce National

Forest, and the Gospel Hump

Wilderness. For more information call,

208.983.3866.


SKIING: CROSS-COUNTRYFISH CREEK MEADOWS

Grangeville

One mile from Snowhaven, 10 miles

of groomed, double-tracked cross-

country ski trails (four loops of two-

to seven-miles) exist. A ski trail

even connects with Snowhaven. The

Fish Creek Park ‘n Ski is maintained

by the Clearwater Ranger District

of the Nez Perce National Forest

under Idaho’s Parks and Recreation

Department.

For cross-country skiers and

snowshoers, Fish Creek Meadows

offers double-tracked trails of one,

three, four, five, and seven miles.

An Idaho Department of Recreation

Park ‘n Ski sticker is required to use

the plowed trailhead and parking

lot. Purchase your Park ‘n Ski

stickers at Rae Brothers Sporting

Goods in Grangeville.

A log cabin trail shelter with wood

stove and large window is available

for skiers on the Cabin Loop about

three miles from Fish Creek. It

provides a beautiful panorama of

the Clearwater Mountains to the

south.

The shelter is also accessible by

trail from the top of Snowhaven Ski

Area two miles north. This trail is

not groomed, but is marked with

blue diamonds.

MUSSELSHELL MEADOWS

All trails are of easy-to-moderate

difficulty but may have short, steep

pitches. Traversing around the

meadows north of the parking area

is an easy ski.

Be aware of moose and elk in the

area, especially on south-facing

slopes where the animals bed

down. The Musselshell area is

closed to snowmobiles during the

winter months because of concerns

for big game.

Note: The Musselshell area is not

groomed or patrolled. Stumps, rocks

and other obstructions are sometimes

present. Ski under control. Match

the trail difficulty and length of

trip to your physical condition and

ability. Be physically fit; top physical

condition may be required to walk out if

equipment fails. Know storm warnings.

Mountain weather is unpredictable.

Pay attention to reports and changing

conditions. "Reassurance" signs, also

called "confidence markers," display

blue diamonds and mark the ski trail.

The road to the Musselshell ski area is

plowed only when logging is going on in

the area and the plowed road is needed

to haul logs and move equipment.

Logging operations do not necessarily

go on in the area every winter. Therefore,

access to the Musselshell area for

cross country skiing may not be

available every winter. Call Tim Lewis at

208.464.1269 for more information.

LOLO PASS - POWELL AREA

You will find cross-country ski

and snowmobile trails, as well as

a snowshoe trail and sledding

area, for your winter recreation

enjoyment. While recreating you

can stop in the warming hut for a

cup of hot chocolate, tea or coffee

in front of a comforting warm fire.

Recreation passes ($5/day pass and

$20/season pass) are required.

WINCHESTER L AKE NORDIC

SKI TRAIL

This trail offers beautiful views of

the forested park and shimmering

lake at Winchester State Park. The

2.5 miles of trails run through flat

and rolling terrain excellent for

beginner and intermediate skiers.

A one-mile marked, but ungroomed

section of the trail challenges

intermediate and advanced skiers.

Two yurts are available to rent. For

more information call toll free, 866

634-3246.

A $4 Day Use Entry Fee is assessed per

vehicle, per day. Annual passports are

available.

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PALOUSE AREA

You can cross-country ski, snowshoe,

and snowmobile on the Palouse Ranger

District of the Clearwater National

Forest. Cross-country Nordic ski trails

range from easy to more difficult at

the two ski areas. The area near Elk

River is 53 miles east of Moscow, and

the Palouse Divide area is 42 miles

north of Moscow. Many (but not all) of

the trails are groomed weekly. You can

enjoy snowshoeing on these trails, too.

Please remember to keep your dogs off

groomed trails and run them in other

areas instead.

The 50-mile snowmobile trail system

near Elk River follows Forest Service

roads. It is groomed intermittently

and ranges in elevation from 2,800 to

6,000 feet. Parking areas at Elk River

and the Palouse Divide are plowed as

needed. You need an Idaho Park ‘n Ski

sticker on your vehicle to park at either

area. You can buy your sticker at the

Potlatch Ranger Station (1700 Hwy 6) in

Potlatch.

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CALL OF THE WILD

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WILDLIFE VIEWING

Wildlife can be seen around nearly

every corner in the road and bend

in the trail. As you enjoy the scenic

wonders and wildlife viewing

opportunities, remember to minimize

disturbances to wildlife, obey posted

rules, never feed wildlife, keep pets

leashed, avoid dangerous wildlife,

and respect the rights of others.

MALL ARD -L ARKINS PIONEER

AREA

Near Pierce

View mountain goats, elk, deer,

moose, black bear, blue grouse,

Clark’s nutcracker, gray and Stellar’s

jays, mountain and chestnut-backed

chickadees.

HELLS GATE STATE PARK

Lewiston

View cottontail rabbits, white-tailed

jackrabbit, yellow-bellied marmot,

white tail deer, river otter, mink and

121 recorded bird species.

CRAIG MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE

MANAGEMENT AREA

Near Lewiston

View white tail and mule deer, elk,

bighorn sheep, many birds such as

cedar waxwing and lazuli bunting,

meadowlark, gray partridge, chukar,

rock and canyon wrens, falcons, wild

turkey, quail, vireo, chat and warbler

species and woodpeckers.

WINCHESTER L AKE STATE

PARK

Near Winchester

View many waterfowl, grouse,

nuthatches, loons, grosbeak, Stellar’s

jay, deer, elk. Occasionally see osprey,

turkey vulture, sandpiper, pileated

and white-headed woodpecker, bald

eagle, peregrine falcon, northern

goshawk, northern flying squirrel,

long-tailed weasel and coyote.

NEZ PERCE NATIONAL

HISTORICAL PARK

Near Kamiah

View mergansers, Canada goose,

osprey, beaver, otter, mink, muskrat,

deer, elk, bald eagle, tundra swan,

and other waterfowl, as well as many

songbirds.

MUSSELSHELL MEADOWS

Near Weippe and Pierce

View moose, elk, deer, otter,

woodpeckers and waterfowl.

LOCHSA RIVER CANYON

Near Lowell and Powell

View moose, elk, deer, river otter,

bald eagles, vireos, kingfishers,

warblers, hummingbirds, thrushes,

flycatchers, osprey, merganser and

the rare harlequin ducks.

SELWAY RIVER CANYON

Near Lowell

Winter and spring are the best times

to view elk, moose, black bear, bald

and golden eagles, Canada goose,


pileated woodpeckers,

beaver and river otter. Look

for waterfowl, including

the rare harlequin duck,

osprey and songbirds in

late spring to fall.

ELK CIT Y AREA/

RED RIVER WILDLIFE

MANAGEMENT AREA

Near Elk City

View elk, white-tailed deer,

bald eagles, waterfowl.

Visit Red River Ranger

Station to view the

Chinook spawning, rearing,

and holding facility)

ELK RIVER

View elk, deer, moose, bear,

bobcats, cougars, grouse,

hawks, mink, pine marten,

muskrat, otter, fisher, and

turkeys. Bird watching is

a favorite in the Audubon

paradise on and around

Elk Creek Reservoir.

LOWER SALMON RIVER

CANYON

Near Riggins and White Bird

View chukar, golden eagle,

prairie falcon, American

kestrel, mule and white-

tailed deer, elk and river

otter.

MIDDLE SALMON

RIVER CANYON

Near Riggins

View Mountain goats,

bighorn sheep, golden

eagle, river otter and

waterfowl.

Upstream from the Rapid

River Fish Hatchery near

Riggins is a great place to

see golden eagle, northern

goshawk, chukar, gray

partridge, Townsend’s

solitaire, wrens, and

kinglets

FRANK CHURCH

RIVER OF NO RETURN

WILDERNESS

View elk, mule and white-

tailed deer, moose, black

bear, mountain lion, and

hundreds of other wildlife.

SNAKE RIVER IN

HELLS CANYON

NATIONAL

RECREATION AREA

Accessed from White Bird

or Lewiston

View elk, mule deer,

bighorn sheep, mountain

goat, chukar, canyon wren,

bats, and occasionally

golden eagle, black bear.

In the winter, bald eagle,

elk, mule deer, big horn

sheep and mountain goat

concentrate near the river

for excellent viewing from

the guided jet boat tours.

SEVEN DEVILS

MOUNTAINS

HELLS CANYON

NATIONAL

RECREATION AREA

Near Riggins

View golden eagle, yellow-

bellied marmot, Columbian

ground squirrel, pika, black

bear, coyote, elk, white-

tailed deer, ruffed and blue

grouse.

FISHING

North Central Idaho is

legendary for its fishing

and it’s no

wonder. The

Nez Perce

people have

fished from

these clear

waters since

the beginning

of time. Lakes,

rivers, streams,

reservoirs. It’s

your choice.

Home of the nation’s

hottest steelhead (a

rainbow trout over 20

inches) fishing is here.

The rivers and lakes

are full of steelhead,

salmon, trout, bass,

and kokanee. You won’t

want to miss a once-

in-a-lifetime opportunity

to catch a sturgeon in

Hells Canyon or on the

Salmon River. The largest

freshwater fish in the

United States, the white

sturgeon can reach

lengths in excess of 10

feet and weigh more

than 1,000 pounds.

Fish North Central

Idaho waters on your

own or with an outfitter

or guide. Be sure to

check with Idaho

Department of Fish and

Game for licensing rules

and regulations.

For some of the best

fishing around, take a

guided fishing trip on the

Clearwater River or hit

Dworshak Reservoir for

some great bass fishing.

Take a guided fishing trip

by jet boat or drift boat on

the Salmon River. Enjoy

a world class fishing

experience in one of the

most beautiful settings

anywhere! Steelhead

season generally runs

from September through

March. These hard fighting

fish travel 800 miles to get

up the Snake and Salmon

rivers each year.

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Elk Creek Reservoir is

open for fishing year

round and stocked with

trout. Picnic tables,

restrooms and overnight

camping are available.

Non-motorized boating is

allowed; boat rentals are

available in Elk River.

Deyo Reservoir near

Weippe features family-

friendly fishing for trout,

bluegill and largemouth

bass. Wheelchair

accessible docks,

ADA bathrooms and

campgrounds with water

and electric hookups.

Spring Valley and Moose

Creek Reservoir near Bovill

are stocked with trout

and bass. Picnic tables,

restrooms, and overnight

camping are available.

Non-motorized boating

is allowed. Spring Valley

Reservoir is located about

three miles from Troy.

Moose Creek is one mile

west of Bovill about two

miles off the highway.

The magnificent steelhead

trout, measuring up to 45

inches in length, and the

Chinook salmon travel up

the Clearwater River to

spawn. Watch for these

fish during the fall and

spring seasons. There’s

whitefishing in the winter

and trout and bass fishing

during the summer, giving

anglers plenty

of variety year

round. With well-

stocked creeks

and mountain

lakes an hour or

two drive away,

the Clearwater

River and its

tributaries are

considered some

of the finest

fishing streams

in the country.

The crystal

waters of "Blue

Ribbon" Kelly

Creek and Cayuse

Creek beckon

the angler to

make just one

more cast in

pursuit of the

best west-slope

cutthroat trout fishing

in the west. Hiking,

wildlife viewing, and

photography enthusiasts

will appreciate the

spectacular scenery

and stunning vistas.

Many trails lead into the

Mallard-Larkins Primitive

Area or into one of the

many high mountain

lakes that dot the high

country. The hundreds of

miles of trails make ATV

riding a popular sport in

the area.

STEELHEAD ON BIG

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Idaho’s ocean-going

steelhead rank among the

world’s premier sports

fish. These are fish with

enough fighting power

to swim 1,800 miles

through eight dams

to the ocean and back

again. By the time they

reach their birthplace in

Idaho, steelhead weigh

from 14 to 20+ pounds.

Idaho outfitters offer

trips in drift and jet boats

on the Clearwater River,

the Salmon River, and

on the Snake River in

Hells Canyon. Ask about

sturgeon fishing or chukar

hunting combined with

these trips. Seasons

are fall, winter and early

spring.

For the die-hard angler,

fall, winter, and spring

means one thing—

steelhead! Drive along the

rivers of North Central

Idaho and you’ll see

someone on shore or in

a boat waiting to hook

one of these prized fish.

From September to March

on the Salmon River and

September to April in Hells

Canyon, these ocean-

going rainbow trout range

from 9 to 12 pounds, with

the heavier "B-run" fish

on the Clearwater River

reaching in excess of 20

pounds. State record is 30

pounds, 2 ounces. Guided

steelhead fishing trips are

available from Lewiston,

Orofino, Grangeville, White

Bird and Riggins. Visit

www.northcentralidaho.

info for a list of

experienced guides.

Trout and bass fishing is also

available year round. Anglers

need to follow regulations

published by the Idaho

Department of Fish and

Game. Many seasonal and

annual changes are made

according to each year’s run.

Fish and Game; 208.799.5010;

state.id.us/fishgame

BIG GAME HUNTING

No other state in the

lower 48 has as much big

game hunting variety and

quality as Idaho.

Idaho’s whitetail deer

populations are prolific.

Their distribution,

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concentrated in forested

areas of northern Idaho,

has expanded in recent

years. Mountain lion

populations are extremely

strong. Record book

cougars have been taken

recently. Moose hunting

is on the rise. Bighorn

sheep, and mountain goat

hunts are in high demand.

Idaho continues to offer

outstanding black bear

hunting in fall and spring.

Idaho’s non-wilderness

areas are accessed by

backcountry roads, while

wilderness areas are

accessed by horseback or

on foot. Idaho outfitters

offer archery, rifle and

muzzleloader hunts.

Customized services

range from drop camps

to fully guided trips.

Accommodations are

provided in comfortable

camps or lodges.

Kamiah lies near large

wilderness areas where

big game hunting is at its

best. Elk herds are located

not far from here, and

deer, bear, mountain lion,

pheasant and grouse are

plentiful. Idaho’s elk herds

are renowned. An Idaho elk

hunt offers the opportunity

to experience real nature

and wilderness, spend

time with family or friends,

and harvest a nice animal.

Idaho’s percentage of older

bulls presents a unique

trophy hunting opportunity

in the West.

Special hunts for moose

and mountain goat

are drawn by lot by the

Idaho Fish and Game

Department.

DEER AND ELK TAGS

Hunters who book through

an Idaho outfitter will find

their deer and elk tags easy

to get. Each year the Fish

and Game Commission

sets aside and/or allocates

a number of elk and deer

tags for non-resident

hunters who book with

licensed outfitters. This

system means that Idaho

outfitters have tags long

after surrounding states,

such as Montana and

Wyoming, have sold out.

BIRD HUNTING

Idaho river outfitters

often combine chukar

hunting with steelhead and

sturgeon fishing on Idaho

"cast and blast" trips. Boats

used for fishing provide

access to the remote rocky

canyons of the Snake,

Salmon, and Clearwater

rivers. Forest Grouse

hunting can be an option

while hunting big game.

PLAN YOUR TRIP!CHECK OUT OUR GUIDED FISHING TRIPS AND HUNTING EXCURSIONS IN NORTH CENTRAL IDAHO

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The Hells Canyon National Recreation

Area, managed by the Wallowa-

Whitman National Forest, hugs the

borders of northeastern Oregon

and western Idaho. This national

showcase holds 652,488 acres of

beauty and adventure, where you can

let your senses run as wild as the

landscape.

Hells Canyon offers scenic vistas

that rival any on the continent.

World-class whitewater boating.

Spectacular mountain peaks. Vast

reaches of remote wilderness for

hiking or horseback riding. Diverse

and abundant wildlife. Artifacts from

prehistoric tribes and rustic remains

of early miners and settlers. Hells

Canyon National Recreation Area

truly offers something for everyone,

and much to remember. We know

you will enjoy Hells Canyon National

Recreation Area, whether you choose

to explore by road, trail, or boat.

ACCESS BY ROAD

There is only one point of access by

road into Hells Canyon from North

Central Idaho, Pittsburg Landing.

Just south of White Bird, take Deer

Creek Road where it leaves Hwy 95

at mile marker 222. After crossing

the Salmon River, turn left and stay

on the main road, approximately 17

miles to Pittsburg Landing. This is a

well-maintained single lane gravel

road with turnouts, that crosses

the divide between the Salmon

and Snake rivers. There are steep

grades on both sides of this divide,

so visitors pulling travel trailers

or driving RVs should use extreme

caution.

GLIMPSES OF HELLS CANYON

Low Saddle & Saw Pit Saddle

Viewpoints

Access via primitive dirt and gravel

Forest Road 241 off Hwy 95 near Riggins;

Open June-Nov

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Heavens Gate Overlook

19 miles west of Riggins off Hwy 95 on

Forest Road 517 (rough, steep road);

Elevation 8,400 ft; Open July-Sept

ACCESS BY TRAIL

Black Lake Trailhead

Snake River Trailhead

Windy Saddle Trailhead

ACCESS BY BOAT

Access Hells Canyon by river with a

permit from the Forest Service or

with experienced outfitters who can

arrange one- to six-day trips. Some

will even drop you and your gear off

at a sandy beach for an overnight

stay in a rustic river campsite.

Guided jet boat tours leave from

Lewiston and White Bird seasonally

daily.

Permits are required year-round for

all non-commercial floaters and

powerboaters on the Snake River

within the HCNRA. Take time to read

the regulations printed on the back

of the permit before embarking on

your trip. During

the primary river

season, reservations

and trip permits

issued by the

Forest Service are

required to launch

trips at specific

locations along the

river. Powerboat or float permits and

reservations; General HCNRA Information

509.758.0616; Non-Commercial Float

Information/Reservations 509.758.1957;

Non-Commercial Powerboat Information/

Reservations 509.758.0270

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Every traveler knows that the recipe for a memorable

meal includes a combination of local flare and a diverse

variety of dining options. North Central Idaho is an area

that is in love with

food, and rewards

its visitors with truly

delicious dining

experiences.

Many restaurants pour

wines of the Northwest,

some have outdoor dining, and most feature the fresh

picks of local harvests and specialties of the area. Don’t

leave without trying the signature offerings of bite-size

steak, Idaho potatoes, gourmet Italian meals or any of

the unforgettable Northwest cuisine eateries.

North Central Idaho communities offer many epicurean

escapes. Discover casual eateries, perfect for a family

feast or celebrate something special at a lodge or

first-class restaurant. No matter, you’ll find a variety of

cuisines to tempt even the pickiest palate.

From fine dining in historic buildings, casual dining

in a country setting or some home cooking in quaint

neighborhood pubs, bring your appetite and indulge in a

variety of dining experiences.

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WINERIES • BREWERIES • SPECIALTY FOODS


WINERIES Experience our award-winning wineries. Seven wineries located between the towns of Moscow, Pullman, Lewiston, and Clarkston have been making regional, national, and international news and creating a huge fan base along the way.

BASALT CELL ARS This boutique, limited production winery handcrafts small lots of premium wine made with grapes from the Columbia Valley and local estate grapes. Visit the tasting room for warm hospitality and award-winning reds and whites. 906 Port Drive, Clarkston, WA; 509.758.6442; basaltcellars.com

CLEARWATER CANYON CELL ARS Enjoy complimentary tastings and walk among the barrels and tanks. Meet the fun and down-to-earth winemakers, who also operate the tasting room, and learn how they make ultra premium wine from local grapes. 1708 6th Ave, Ste A, Lewiston, ID; 208.816.4679; cccellars.com

COLTER’S CREEK Colter’s Creek Winery is the newest hot spot in Juliaetta. Their beautiful tasting room offers travelers a respite from the road with small bites, and beer and wine on tap. They offer magnum refill bottles for red or white. Most of their wine is made from their estate vineyards using

sustainable processes. 308 Main St, Juliaetta, ID; 208.276.3342; colterscreek.com

LINDSAY CREEK VINEYARDS Lewiston’s newest winery is surrounded by fields of grain, just outside the city limits. Stop in for a respite from the daily grind, taste wine and enjoy a place with naturally intoxicating scenery. 3107 Powers Ave, Lewiston, ID; 208.746.9463; lcvineyards.com

CAMAS PRAIRIE WINERY Camas Prairie Winery is the oldest production winery in northern Idaho, making Idaho wines since 1983. Also wine tasting, tours, wine bar & imported beer. 110 S Main St, Moscow, ID; 208.882.0214; camasprairiewinery.com

MERRY CELL ARS Pullman’s family-owned winery produces premium award-winning Washington wines from the highest quality grapes. Check out their summer concert series. 1300 NE Henley Ct, Pullman, WA; 509.338.4699; merrycellars.com

WAWAWAI CANYON WINERY An exclusive destination offering wine on the rolling hills of the Palouse. 202 South Montgomery, Uniontown, WA; 509.338.4916; wawawaicanyon.com

BREWERIES MJ BARLEYHOPPERS This microbrewery produces seven year-round hand-crafted ales in styles ranging from a light wheat to a stout and seasonal specialties such

as Oktoberfest, Snake River Porter and Bock at the Moon, a Maibock Style. Stop in for Blues & Brews on Thursdays during the summer months for live music and local brews. Inside the Red Lion; 621 21st St, Lewiston, ID; 208.746.5300; redlionlewiston.com

RIVERPORT BREWING COMPANY Serving samples, pints and growlers of hand-crafted ales including Blonde Moment, Seven Devils IPA, Old Man River Oatmeal Stout and River Rat Red. Visit the taproom and enjoy a pint and a bowl of popcorn in the laid back atmosphere. 150 9th St, Clarkston, WA; 509.758.8889; riverportbrewing.com

MOSCOW BREWING COMPANY Moscow Brewing Company aims to produce beers that celebrate the Northwest bounty, and tips their hats to the brewers, farmers, and first peoples who have been celebrating this synergy long before us. 630 N. Almon Street, Suite No. 130, Moscow, ID; 208.874.7340; moscowbrewing.com

PARADISE CREEK BREWERY From the fan-favorite Pokerface Blonde to the hop-bomb Over The Hop to their creamy and roasty MooJoe Espresso Milk Stout, the variety of seasonal and perennial ales flowing from their taps will make the most demanding beer lover squeal like a sorority girl. 245 SE Paradise St., Pullman, WA; 509.338.9463; paradisecreekbrewery.com

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DISTILLERS PRINTER’S DISTILLERY Creating spirits (vodka, whiskey, gin) in the American tradition of Franklin, Whitman and Twain, come visit Lewiston, Idaho’s first legal distillery since Prohibition. 1708 6th Ave N, Ste D, Lewiston, ID; 208.816.6261; printersdistillery.com

LOCAL PRODUCTS BALL HONEY COMPANY Local honey, comb honey and fresh natural beeswax can be purchased at location and also at Hay’s Produce. 22499 Webb Road, Lapwai, ID; 208.791.8306

BLUE LANTERN COFFEE HOUSE & WINE BAR All baked goods are made in-house with local organic flour and oats grown and milled right here in Lewiston. Also serves wine from our four local wineries. 326 Main Street, Lewiston, ID

COWGIRL CHOCOLATES Cowgirl Chocolates are sweet and spicy gourmet chocolates for adventurous chocolate lovers and packaged as unique beautiful gifts for any and all occasions. 428 W 3rd St, Moscow, ID; 208.882.4098; cowgirlchocolates.com

HARVEST RIDGE ORGANICS Locally grown organic whole grain, hard red wheat, flour and oats - available to purchase at Lindsay Creek Vineyards. 3107 Powers Avenue, Lewiston, ID; 208.791.7312; harvestridgeorganics.com

HAY’S PRODUCE Fresh produce, local and from the surrounding areas - honey, huckleberries and other specialty products, and regional wines. 701 Bridge St., Clarkston, WA; 509.758.6662

KAUFMAN FARMS This small family farm produces delicious sweet corn sold at Lewiston Farmers’ Market. 1836 Birch Court Lewiston, ID; 208.717.7464; kaufmanfamilyfarms.com

RIVER CITY FARMS They sell their farm-fresh produce at the Lewiston and Clarkston Farmers’ Markets and on Friday afternoon’s at their Farm Stand located in the Lewiston Orchards. 3304 15th Street, Lewiston, ID; 720.320.8072; rivercityfarm.wordpress.com

RIVERTOWN COFFEE ROASTERS A unique coffee bar located in Daily’s Bakery. The coffee is roasted on site and pairs well with locally made bakery items. 700 6th St., Clarkston, WA; 509.552.1896

WILSON BANNER RANCH Locally and sustainably grown fruits and vegetables owned and operated by the Wilson Family. Produce available to purchase onsite and seasonal U-Pick farm. 16397 Hwy 12, Clarkston, WA; 509.758.2664; wilsonbannerranch.com

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LOCAL FLAVOR AT THE

FARMERS’ MARKETSCLARKSTON FARMERS’ MARKET June - September, Saturdays, 8 am – noon. Parking lot of Twin River National Bank, 900 5th Street, Clarkston, WA; 509.758.7712

DALE’S SATURDAY FARM MARKET May – mid October, Saturdays, 8 am – noon. Junction Lumber Hardware & Supply; 1296 Kennedy-Ford Road, Potlatch; 208.875.0201

GRANGEVILLE FARMERS’ MARKET June – October (except for Border Days), Saturdays 8 am – noon. Crafts, Food and Music. Heritage Square, Grangeville; grangevillefarmersmarket.org

KAMIAH/KOOSKIA FARMERS’ MARKET May – October, Saturdays, 8 am – noon. Hwy 12 Long Camp RV Park; 208.935.2290; kamiahchamber.com

LEWISTON FARMERS’ MARKET June - September, Saturdays, 3 – 6 pm. D Street and Brackenbury Square, Lewiston; 208.790.1148; beautifuldowntownlewiston.org

MOSCOW FARMERS’ MARKETMay - October; Saturdays 8 am – noon. Friendship Square; 4th & Main Streets, Moscow; 208.883.7036

SALMON RIVER CANYON FARMERS’ MARKET June – Autumn, Thursdays, 3 – 6 pm (Mountain Time). Riggins City Park; Main Street, Riggins

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At the confluence of the Clearwater and Snake rivers,

Lewiston is the lowest point in Idaho at only 738 feet

above sea level. That’s why you’ll find a mild climate

making outdoor activities possible almost any time of

year. You’ll also see river traffic beginning the journey to

the Pacific Ocean at the Port of Lewiston, the furthest

inland western seaport.

Lewiston’s central location makes it an ideal base when

exploring the area. Its quaint, tree-lined downtown offers

a multitude of interesting shops, historic buildings, and

the nearby campus of Lewis-Clark State College, which

is home to numerous regional events. Walk or bike along

the Snake River or take a refreshing break at one of the

many city parks. There is plenty to see and do in Lewiston

with many lodging and dining options for the day’s end.

Meeting of Two Rivers, Nez Perce History, Idaho's First Capitol

LEWISTON, ID32,051 POPULATION

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TOP EVENTS DOGWOOD FESTIVAL 30-days of events and the Art under the Elms April 1 -30; Lewiston; 208.792.2447; lcsc.edu/thecenter

NAIA WORLD SERIES LCSC’s Harris Field May 22-29; Lewiston; 208.792.2471; lcsc.edu/naia

L APWAI DAYS Friendship PowWow concerts, parades, golf tournament and more May 8-10; Lapwai; cityoflapwai.com

LOCUST BLOSSOM FESTIVAL Annual event with concerts and family fun May 30; Kendrick–Juliaetta; kendrick-juliaetta.org

NORTHWEST BEST BREWFEST Fantastic brews, live music and a salute to our veterans June 20; Lewiston; lewistonbrewfest.com

HOT AUGUST NIGHTS & THUNDER ON THE SNAKE Cruise, Show & Shine, Concerts Aug 24-26; Lewiston; lewistonhan.com; 208.790.1148

LEWISTON ROUNDUP 81st Annual Lewiston Roundup Rodeo & Parade – She’s Wild! Sept. 10-13; Lewiston; lewistonroundup.org; 208.746.6324

BL ACKBERRY FESTIVAL CAR & TRACTOR SHOW Vendors, youth activities, art show & entertainment Sept. 12; Juliaetta; kendrick-juliaetta.org

CLEARWATER SNAKE STEELHEAD FISHING DERBY A week long steelhead derby with daily & overall winners Nov. 21-28; steelheadderby.com; 800.933.2128

PLAN YOUR TRIP

HISTORY & HERITAGE

Make sure to visit Lewis and

Clark Discovery Center at Hells

Gate State Park and Nez Perce

National Historical Park.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Hells

Canyon Tours Tour Guides Page 64

ART LCSC Center for Arts &

History 415 Main St., Lewiston;

208.792.2243; lcsc.edu/thecenter

TASTE Rivertown Coffee

Roasters, Lewiston Farmer’s

Market, Harvest Ridge Organics,

Wilson Banner Ranch (fresh fruit,

vegetables and honey).

NOT TO MISS Local winery,

brewery and distillery tour

SCENIC VIEWS Top of Lewiston

Hill, Kiwi Air Helicopter Tour

NEARBY Lapwai, Kendrick,

Juliaetta

TRAVEL & EVENT TIPS

Visit Lewis Clark Valley Visitor

Information Center 847 Port Way,

Clarkston; 877.774.7248: visitlcvalley.

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Visitor Information Center LCSC

Center for Arts & History; 415 Main

St., Lewiston; 208.790;8168

City of Lewiston Parks &

Recreation 1424 Main St, Lewiston;

208.746.2313; cityoflewiston.org

City of Lapwai 315 Main Street,

Lapwai; 208.843.2212; cityoflapwai.

com

Kendrick Juliaetta and the 7

Ridges 208.882.8869; kendrick-

juliaetta.org

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Moscow is cradled among the beautiful rolling hills of

the Palouse . We invite you to visit and experience this

undiscovered paradise.

The community of personifies the image of "small-town"

friendliness. In addition to Moscow’s small-town charm,

this college town also provides a rich assortment of

cultural and recreational activities. With a mild climate,

clean air, highly rated schools, and a low crime rate,

Moscow attracts a diverse group of residents and

visitors.

University of Idaho, Palouse, Small-town Charm, Arts Community

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TOP EVENTS

LIONEL HAMP TON JAZZ

FESTIVAL Four days

of outstanding student

performances, artist workshops

and world class jazz concerts

Moscow; 208.885.7212 uidaho.edu/

jazzfest

HEMPFEST Free concerts and

speakers all day long, several

hemp friendly vendors Moscow

East City Park; April 12; facebook.

com/moscow.hempfest

RENAISSANCE FAIR Music,

entertainment, food and unique

hand-crafted arts & crafts

Moscow East City Park; May 2-3;

moscowrenfair.org

OUTBOARD BOAT RACES

The place where speed and

water meet May 23-25; Elk River;

208.826.3299; elkriverlodge.net

TROY OLD -TIMERS DAY

Music, Parade, buffalo burgers,

games and vintage cars July 11;

Troy; 208.835.2041; troyidaho.net

RENDEZVOUS IN THE

PARK Music and Arts Festival

Moscow East City Park; July 17-19;

moscowmusic.com

POTL ATCH COMMUNIT Y

DAYS A parade, logging

events, and a car show, craft

& food vendor booths, and

kids activities July 18-19;

208.875.0780; cityofpotlatch.org

ELK RIVER DAYS Aug. 8-9;

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PLAN YOUR TRIP HISTORY & HERITAGE Appaloosa Horse Museum & Heritage Center

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Elk River Falls, University of Idaho Arboretum

ART Prichard Art Gallery 414 S. Main St.; 208.885.3586

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn 419 N Pkwy; Uniontown, WA; 509.229.3414

Northwest Showcase/Woodland Enterprises 310 N Main St.; 208.882.4767; smokeybeargifts.com

NOT TO MISS Local winery, brewery and distillery tour

TASTE Moscow Farmer’s Market, Cowgirl Chocolates, Ferdinand’s Ice Cream Shop/WSU Creamery

SCENIC VIEWS Kamiak, Elk or Steptoe Butte

NEARBY Elk River, Potlatch, Troy

TRAVEL & EVENT TIPS Moscow Chamber of Commerce 411 S Main St.; 800.380.1801; moscowchamber.com

Elk River Lodge & General Store elkriverlodge.net, 208.826.3299

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Welcome to the Prairie! Homesteaders found the fertile

land on the Camas Prairie ideal for growing grains, hay

and livestock – agricultural activities predominant

today. Visit in May or June when brilliant yellow canola

contrasts with deep green wheat fields. In August and

September, watch combines complete the harvest. The

Camas Prairie is named for the camas flowers native to

the area. Their deep purple blankets the prairie in early

May and June.

Winchester, is a quiet vacation destination located on

the western edge of the Camas Prairie, surrounded by

ponderosa pines.

Craigmont is a rural community with an agricultural/

tourist-based economy located along Hwy 95, nestled

among the gentle rolling hills of the Camas Prairie.

The little community of Reubens’ claim to fame includes

the only railroad "turn around" between Spalding and

Grangeville and the only cyclone to hit the Camas Prairie.

Grangeville, Cottonwood, Winchester, Craigmont, Elk City

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TOP EVENTS

JUNE PICNIC A true hometown

picnic celebration, homemade

ice cream, Arts & Crafts

vendors, street dance June

27-28; Craigmont; 208.924.5355;

craigmontareachamber.org

BORDER DAYS A weekend

of events, concerts, street

sports, wild horse races, parade

and rodeo. Cut ‘Em Loose! July

3-5; Grangeville; 208.983.0460;

grangevilleborderdays.org

WINCHESTER DAYS

CELEBRATIONS & RODEO

Celebrate Fourth of July in

small town style, Cowboy

Breakfast, Rodeo, arts & crafts

vendors July 3-5; 208.924.6247;

craigmontareachamber.org

WARBIRD WEEKEND Warbird

Air Fair featuring World War II

Era Planes July 11-12; Grangeville;

208.983.0460; warbirdweekend.com

ELK CIT Y WAGON ROAD

DAYS A celebration for

the Old Elk City Wagon

Road built in 1895 July 18-19;

208.842.2452; elkcityhotelid.com

RASPBERRY FESTIVAL

Activities for the whole family

including, kid’s carnival, food

vendors, art & crafts, quilt show

Aug. 2; Cottonwood; 208.962.5063;

myraspberryfestival.org

ELK CIT Y DAYS Down-

home parade, logging events,

dances, kid’s activities, food

and crafts Aug. 7-9; Elk City-Dixie;

208.842.2452; elkcityhotelid.com

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The railroad on stilts movies "Break

Heart Pass" and "Wild Wild West"

were filmed near Reubens.

Explore the farming community

of Nezperce. This town is steeped

in history and Native American

culture. The land surrounding

Nezperce was once the summer

camping ground for the Nez Perce

people.

The world’s biggest beagle marks

your arrival in Cottonwood. Stop

by Dog Bark Park and say "hello"

to chainsaw artists Dennis and

Frances, known for their whimsical

wooden carvings of dogs. You can

even stay in the most unique bed

and breakfast, the "big dog," known

as Sweet Willy. The chapel at the

Monastery of St. Gertrude is one of

the most ornate in the state and is

on the National Register of Historic

Places. In winter, visit Cottonwood

Butte Ski Area.

Originally founded in the 1860s

as a commercial center to supply

the mining camps at Florence and

Buffalo Hump, today Grangeville

is the hub of the agriculturally rich

Camas Prairie. It sits adjacent to

the Nez Perce National Forest and

Gospel-Hump Wilderness Area,

within 15 minutes of the Salmon

River to the south and South Fork

of the Clearwater River to the east.

Whether you’re visiting Grangeville

during the winter or summer

months, immerse yourself in the

outdoors with panoramic vistas

and nature-filled adventure.

Whatever it is you enjoy, you’ll find

a variety of fun things to do here

and around Grangeville. Try a juicy

steak of local grass-fed beef at a

local steakhouse, sample regional

wines and microbrews at a bistro or

delectable sweets at a local bakery.

Explore dozens of unique, locally-

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the fountain and mural at Heritage

Square. The Border Days Rodeo—

Idaho’s oldest—takes place every

Fourth of July holiday.

The discovery of gold in 1898 at the

base of Buffalo Hump started one

of the last major gold rushes in the

western United States. Remnants

of placer mines, diggings, and

abandoned boom towns are still

evident. Prospecting and mining

continue today in the Gospel Hump

Wilderness area.

Watch the saddlemakers ply their

craft in the tradition of the old west

at The Ray Holes Saddle Company,

one of America’s oldest saddle

manufacturers.

The communities of Stites and

Harpster look back upon a history

which includes the Nimiipuu (Nez

Perce), Lewis and Clark, gold seekers,

loggers, cowboys, and homesteaders.

At the turn of the 20th century, Stites

and Harpster, the terminus for the

railroad and Elk City Wagon Road,

provided a transportation hub for the

upper Clearwater gold country and

Camas Prairie farmers and ranchers.

Today, the communities provide a

focal point for historic adventure and

outdoor recreation.

The communities of Elk City and

Dixie are well known for their

beautiful summer weather and

winter recreation. Trout fishing and

world-class big game hunting are

popular activities. ATV enthusiasts

and campers frequently make this

area their destination. Old lookout

towers and ridge top roads provide

scenic vistas. In winter, miles and

miles of groomed trails are available

for snowmobiling and cross-country

skiing.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

DON’ T MISS IT Dog Bark Park

in Cottonwood

HISTORY & HERITAGE

Historical Museum at St.

Gertrude’s 465 Keuterville Rd.,

Cottonwood; 208.962.2050;

historicalmuseumatstgertrude.com

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Winchester Lake State Park,

Wolf Education & Research

Center, ATV/Motorcycle Rides,

Guided Fishing Trip, Whitewater

Rafting or Jetboat Excursion

SCENIC VIEWS Pine Bar,

Winchester Grade Train Trestles,

Cottonwood Butte, White Bird

Summit

TASTE Wolftrack Brewing and

Tasting Den 505 No King St.,

Cottonwood; 208.507.1187

TRAVEL & EVENT TIPS

City of Nezperce 502 5th Ave.;

208.937.1021; cityofnezperce.com

Craigmont Area Chamber

408 Nezperce Ave.,

Winchester; 208.924.0050;

craigmontareachamber.com

Grangeville Chamber of

Commerce; Hwy 95 at Pine St.;

208.983.0460; grangevilleidaho.

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Elk City Dust Devils ATV Rides;

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The communities of White Bird and Riggins lie deep

within river canyon walls . Life in these communities

center around the rivers and the abundant recreational

opportunities that surround them.

Riggins offers access to the legendary Salmon, the

River of No Return and whitewater capital. Just to the

west is the famed Hells Canyon and the Snake River

that runs through it. This unique mix of rivers, streams,

high mountain lakes, rugged canyons, alpine meadows,

and forests offers a variety of wildlife, wildflowers, and

wilderness access.

In any season Riggins offers you the facilities to enjoy a

myriad of recreational opportunities. Many commercial

outfitters are located right here to guide and assist you

in your Idaho adventure. Riggins is also the host to many

annual events that are fun for the whole family. Enjoy

the atmosphere of a small town, awesome beauty of the

canyon, and good old western hospitality.

Don’t miss one of the few accesses to Hells Canyon—

Pittsburg Landing near White Bird provides a boat

launch ramp into Hells Canyon, the deepest river gorge in

North America. A campground, restrooms, and trail head

Whitewater Capital, Canyon Beauty, Western Hospitality

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TOP EVENTS

WOMEN WITH BAIT

FISHING TOURNAMENT

A month long women’s only

steelhead fishing tournament

Month of Februar y;

Rig gins; r ig ginsidaho .com

SALMON RIVER JET BOAT

RACES Race Teams from

US & Canada racing on the

wild Salmon River! Apr. 17-19;

Rig gins; r ig ginsidaho .com

OLD TIME FIDDLER’S

JAM Spring big jam

sessions and festivities

Apr. 25 -26; Ho ots Café;

Whitebird; 208 . 839 . 2265;

visit whitebirdidaho .com

RIGGINS RODEO &

PARADE 67th Annual Riggins

Rodeo & Parade May 2 &

3; Rig gins; 208 .628 . 397 1;

rig ginsidaho .com

WHITEBIRD DAYS

CELEBRATION RODEO &

PARADE An old-fashioned

parade, Rodeo, always a wildly

popular celebration – Let‘er Rip!

June 13-14;

whitebirdro deo .com

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

DON' T MISS IT Pittsburg

Landing access to Hells Canyon

HISTORY & HERITAGE White

Bird Battlefield, Slate Creek

Ranger Station

ART Unique Antler Design

7378 Hwy 95 South, Riggins;

208.628.3460; uniqueantlerdesign.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Fishing, Whitewater Rafting,

Seven Devils Hiking

SCENIC VIEWS

Seven Devils Lookout

TRAVEL & EVENT TIPS

Salmon River Chamber 126

N Main, Riggins; 208.628.3320;

rigginsidaho.com

Whitebird Chamber 128 Whitebird

Road;Whitebird; 208.839.2777;

visitwhitebird.com

complete the site. The scenic mountain road from Hwy 95 to Pittsburg

Landing is graveled and maintained year-round with some steep pitches

near the top. It offers spectacular views into the center of Hells Canyon

National Recreation Area. The Pittsburg Landing hike, best in spring or fall,

takes you up the river 6 miles to Historic Kirkwood Ranch. This is a popular

scenic drive access for visitors as well as recreationalists.

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If year round outdoor recreation makes your heart

sing, this is your place . The communities located along

the Clearwater River are steeped in history. There are

many historical sites and locations that are sacred to the

Nez Perce. Lewis and Clark traveled along this route more

than 200 years ago.

Visitors will enjoy the laid-back lifestyle of OROFINO ,

the rich culture, fantastic climate, and four seasons.

Orofino’s regional history follows Lewis and Clark, the

early mining rushes (Orofino means "fine gold") and the

great lumber industry. Surrounded by wilderness areas

on three sides, this land is truly a haven for those who

desire the great outdoors highlighted by spectacular

steelhead fishing in the Clearwater River.

The town of K AMIAH nestles on the banks of the

beautiful Clearwater River in a valley surrounded by

scenic foothills. This town serves as a hub for some of

the best hunting and fishing in the United States.

Kamiah is a unique blend of western, Victorian, and Nez

Perce cultures. For centuries, Kamiah was the winter

home of the native Nez Perce people.

Orofino, Kamiah, Kooskia, Pierce, Weippe

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TOP EVENTS IDAHO SAW TOOTH BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Instrument & vocal workshops, Kids in Bluegrass, open mic opportunities and music on Saturday May 15-18; Lewis Clark Resort; Kamiah; 208.935.2290; kamiahchamber.com

MAT’ALYMA ROOT FESTIVAL & POW WOW May 16; Kamiah; 208.935.2290; kamiahchamber.com

WEIPPE CAMAS FESTIVAL & DUTCH OVEN COOK-OFF Celebrate "The Salmon, The River, The People" May 23-24; 208.435.4362; pierce-weipechamber.com

OROFINO SHOW & SHINE CAR SHOW The hottest little show in Idaho! July 18-19; Orofino City Park; 208.476.4335;orofino.com

PIERCE 1860 DAYS CELEBRATION Street dance, parade, pie and ice cream social Aug 1-2; 208.435.1083; pierce-weippechamber.com

CHIEF LOOKING GL ASS POW WOW A powwow that began 20 years ago on the centennial anniversary of the Nez Perce War. Aug. 14-16; Kamiah; 208.935.2290; kamiahchamber.com

WILD WEIPPE RODEO Three days of rodeo fun, complete with a Cowboy Breakfast, parade, and a dance with live music Aug. 15-16; pierce-weippechamber.com

LUMBERJACK DAYS & CLEARWATER COUNT Y FAIR Featuring a professional logging show with competitors from around the world. Sept. 17-20; 208.476.3412; Orofino; orofino.com

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HISTORY & HERITAGE

Lewis County Historical Society

Museum, Heart of the Monster

ART Gold Rush Artisan

Adventure

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Take

a whitewater rafting trip or

gentle float trip on the Lochsa,

Selway or Middle Fork of the

Clearwater River

SCENIC VIEWS Selway Falls,

Lolo Pass

TRAVEL & EVENT TIPS

Orofino Chamber 217 1st St.;

208.476.4335; orofino.com

Kamiah Chamber 518 Main St.;

208.935.2290; kamiahchamber.com

Kooskia Chamber 26 South Main

St.; 208.926.4362; kooskia.com

Pierce-Weippe Chamber

208.435.4406;

pierce-weippechamber.com

The area between LOLO PASS and the communities of Powell, Lowell, and

Syringa is some of the most wild and scenic country you’ll ever experience.

At Lowell, three rivers converge: the Selway, Lochsa and Middle Fork of the

Clearwater. Trips on the Lochsa and Selway are world-class whitewater

adventures for rafters and kayakers with dozens of raft-bashing rapids. The

lower Selway and Clearwater offer gentle floating, canoing and fishing.

Dent Bridge

Pick up your Idaho Supplies and Hunting & Fishing License

at Kamiah True Value 403 Main St, Kamiah; 208.935.2522

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Kamiah Chamber of Commerce516 Main Street • P.O.Box 1124 • Kamiah, ID 83536

208-935-2290 www.kamiahchamber.comwww.facebook.com/KamiahChamber



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RV Parks/Campgrounds RIVER VILL AGE RV PARK 1434 N Hwy 95, 208.628.3443 $4"Xs1r

RIVERSIDE RV PARK riversidervidaho.com, 1220 S Main St, 208.628.3698 4"X1

STITES IDAHO SPORTSMAN LODGE idahosportsmanlodge.com, 103 East St, 208.926.4766 "

SOUTHFORK RIVER RANCH southforkriverranch.com, 3341 Hwy 13, 208.926.4514

SYRINGA RIVER DANCE LODGE riverdancelodge.com, 7743 Hwy 12, 208.765.0841 u n "sr

WEIPPE IRBY’S BLUE SPRUCE LODGE 43 Lackey Rd, 208.435.4890 $"X1r

TIMBERLINE CAFE & RV PARK timberlinecafe.mfmss.org/index.html, 1022 N Main St, 208.435.4763 $4"s1r

WAT TS RV PARK pierce-weippechamber.com, 705 W Pierce Ave, 208.435.4140 $4"X r

WHITE BIRD Hotels & Motels HELLS CANYON JET BOAT TRIPS & LODGING killgoreadventures.com, 3252 Waterfront Dr, 208.839.2255 Z n "4s1r

HOOTS MOTEL & CAFE Hwy 95, 208.839.2265 us

WHITE BIRD MOTEL whitebirdmotel.com, Main & Bridge St, 208.839.2308 "

RV Parks/Campgrounds ANGEL’S NOOK RV PARK angelsnook.com, 130 Bridge St 208.839.2880 $4"X1

SWIF T WATER RV PARK swiftwaterrv.com, 3154 Salmon River Ct, 208.839.2700 " Z$Xs1r

Vacation Rentals CANYON HOUSE canyon-house.com, 128 White Bird Rd, 208.839.2777 n

WINCHESTER WINCHESTER L AKE LODGE winchesterlakelodge.com, 214 Joseph Ave, 208.924.6430 0u n Z


COEUR D'ALENE ROW ADVENTURES Whitewater trips on the Snake, Salmon and Lochsa Rivers 202 Sherman Ave., Coeur d'Alene; 208.770.2517; rowadventures.com ¸ S A L a L Z

GRANGEVILLE LOCKEY U OUTFIT TERS Big game hunting in the Nez Perce National Forest 701.580.5958 or 208.451.5182; lockeyu.com V P Z

LEWISTON SNAKE RIVER ADVENTURES Jet boat tours and fishing trips in Hells Canyon Hells Gate State Park, Marina; 4832 Hells Gate Rd.; 208.746.6276; snakeriveradventures.com ¸ SÌa Z

RIVER QUEST EXCURSIONS Jet boat tours and fishing trips in Hells Canyon Hells Gate State Park, Marina; 4832 Hells Gate Rd.; 800.589.1129; riverquestexcursions.com ¸ SÌa Z

LOWELL THREE RIVERS RAF TING Guided rafting trips on the Lochsa, Selway and Salmon Rivers 2115 Selway Rd.; 208.926.4430; idaho3rivers.com ¸ S A LÌL Z

RIGGINS & WHITEBIRD EXODUS WILDERNESS ADVENTURES Guided fishing trips, jet boat tours and rafting on the Salmon River 606 US-95, Riggins; 800.992.3484; exoduswildernessadventures.com AÌa L

HELLS CANYON JET BOAT TRIPS & LODGING Jet boat tours in Hells Canyon, jet boat fishing trips on the Snake and Salmon Rivers, Whitetail hunts, Motel, RV Park White Bird; 800.469.8757; killgoreadventures.com ¸ S AÌa V Z

MOUNTAIN RIVER OUTFIT TERS Hunting excursions, guided fishing trips, jet boat tours and rafting trips on the Snake and Salmon Rivers 411 N. Main, Riggins; 888.547.4837; idahoriver.com ¸ S AÌa V Z L

RIVER ADVENTURES Jet boat and sport fishing adventures on the Salmon and Snake Rivers Riggins; 800.524.9710; idahofishing.us ¸ S AÌa

SALMON RIVER EXPERIENCE Guided rafting trips on the Salmon River 1513 U.S. 95, Riggins; 208.628.3014; salmonriverexperience.com A L

HELLS CANYON RAF T Guided rafting trips on the Snake and Salmon Rivers 800.523.6502; hellscanyonraft.com ¸ S A L

SALMON RIVER HELICOP TERS Helicopter tours of the Seven Devils, Hells Canyon, Frank Church Wilderness, Salmon River Canyon and Shepp Ranch Riggins; 208.628.3133; srhelicopters.com ¸ S A

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1010 S. Main St., Riggins, ID 83549Phone: (208) 628-2743

Toll Free: (877) 957-2743Fax: (208) 628-3834

Email: [email protected]

• Centrally located in Riggins, on the Salmon River

• Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast

• Evening Cookies and Milk

• Free Wireless Internet

• Indoor Pool and Outdoor Hot Tub

• Gift Shop

• 100% Non-smoking

• Pet Friendly upon availability

• Weddings and Family Reunions

• Corporate Retreats and Meetings

• On-site catering and Group Coordinator

• Adventure packages available year-round

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT US AT:208-882-1800 moscowchamber.com

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