Idaho whitewater - Clearwater River - Little North Fork, Clearwater Mountains, Shoshone and Clearwater County

Shoshone and Clearwater county, Headwaters to Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-IV(V)     30 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Idaho is often more difficult than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a pretty small number of paddling spots. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The nature scenery of Idaho and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The
    Headwaters to Reservoir stretch of Clearwater River - Little North Fork in Idaho is 30 miles long and is a class II-IV(V) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The wild scenery of the Clearwater Mountains is great. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river
for a while are great reasons to come. The campgrounds here at Clearwater River - Little North Fork are pretty good. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Now this is a pretty long section, so better bring your camping gear along.

Briefly about the general area:
Clearwater River - Little North Fork gets a typical amount of annual precipitation; January is the month that gets the most snow, and July is the month with the least moisture. The warmest time of the year at Clearwater River - Little North Fork arrives
 
with high temperatures in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's, and nighttime lows during the winter for Clearwater River - Little North Fork tend to be in the 20's.
It's always great to stop at Jug Spring.

Clearwater River - Little North Fork, Headwaters to Reservoir road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV(V)
Length: 30 miles
Average Gradient: 80 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.06547
Longitude: -115.84813

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.90233
Longitude: -115.84746

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Current weather conditions at Clearwater River - Little North Fork, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho
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Local climate location: AVERY RANGER STN 22 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Silver Mountain Ski & Summer Resort, Kellogg
33 miles away
Indoor Waterpark Included With Every Room The Morning Star Lodge at Silver Mountain Resort is the regions premier condominium resort with studio one and two bedroom condos and family suites with lofts...

Kellogg Inn, Kellogg
33 miles away
The Silver Valley Inn brings hospitality and charm to all of our guests by offering a large complimentary breakfast, indoor pool and spa, and we are a pet friendly establishment. We have many scenic v...

Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino
37 miles away
Stay at this Orofino, Idaho hotel featuring oversized guest room and deluxe suites with fireplaces and spas. The Best Western Lodge at River's Edge is located directly on the picturesque Clearwater ...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Moscow, Idaho, the metro area neareast to Clearwater River - Little North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Clearwater River - Little North Fork.
 Whitewater Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork:
Floodwood Creek, Clearwater County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 4 miles long (Bridge to Reservoir)
St. Joe River - Marble Creek, Shoshone County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 13.5 miles long (Upper Bridge to St. Joe Confluence)
St. Joe River - North Fork, Shoshone County , 16 miles away, Class III - 10 miles long (Loop Creek to St. Joe Confluence)
St. Joe River - Skookum Canyon, Shoshone County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 4 miles long (Turner Creek to Packsaddle Creek)
Clearwater River - North Fork, Clearwater County , 24 miles away, Class III-V - 28 miles long (Orogrande Creek to Aquarius Campground)
St. Joe River, Shoshone County , 28 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Conrad Crossing Campground to Bluff Creek Bridge)
 Ski Areas Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork:
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 25 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 31 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 78 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 84 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 96 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 97 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork:
Silver Mountain Ski & Summer Resort, Kellogg , 33 miles away
Kellogg Inn, Kellogg , 33 miles away
Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 37 miles away
Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis , 41 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork:
Little North Fork Campground, Shoshone County, 4 miles away
Twin Creek Campground, Shoshone County, 7 miles away
Packsaddle Campground, Shoshone County, 14 miles away
 Trails Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork:
Old Montana Trail, Shoshone County , 8 miles away
Freezeout Trail, Clearwater County , 10 miles away
Rukgaber Trail, Clearwater County , 10 miles away
Trego Point Trail, Shoshone County , 15 miles away
Slate-Dunn Peak Trail, Shoshone County , 15 miles away
 Lakes Near Clearwater River - Little North Fork

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