Idaho whitewater - Clearwater River - South Fork, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho County Idaho county, Hanging Rock to Cougar Creek Trailhead section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     7.4 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. This stretch of Clearwater River - South Fork is 7.4 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Some people prefer whitewater rafting     and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. The beauty of the Clearwater Mountains is a great plus for this river. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The wonderful Idaho scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Clearwater River - South Fork beats anything. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Clearwater River - South Fork through the summertime months are in the 80's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 40's. High temperatures   through the winter are normally in the 30's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Clearwater River - South Fork. The Reed Bar Trail offers hiking at its best, and why not take a refreshing hike along the Nellie Mountain Trail. Clearwater River - South Fork is mostly a rather waterless location; the month of May is the wettest with most of the rain, and the driest month is July. Yeah, come up here to the Clearwater Mountains for a splendid time. Clearwater River - South Fork, Hanging Rock to Cougar Creek Trailhead road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 7.4 miles Average Gradient: 85 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.7974 Longitude: -115.7399 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.8232 Longitude: -115.85981 Paddler input for Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Clearwater River - South Fork, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho Local climate location: GRANGEVILLE 23 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Clearwater River - South Fork.   Whitewater Near Clearwater River - South Fork: Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho County , 15 miles away, Class IV - 5.8 miles long (Bully Creek to Highway 13) Clearwater River - Middle Fork, Idaho County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 22 miles long (Lowell to Kooskia) Lolo Creek, Idaho/ Clearwater County , 23 miles away, Class II+ - 12 miles long (Lolo Campground to Cottonwood Flats) Salmon River, Idaho/ Lemhi County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 28 miles long (Vinegar Creek to Riggins) Salmon River, Idaho/ Lemhi County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 36 miles long (Riggins to White Bird) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class III-V - 15 miles long (Split Creek Pack Bridge to Lowell) Selway River, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class III - 7 miles long (Selway Falls to Boyd Creek Campground) Lolo Creek, Idaho/ Clearwater County , 29 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Cottonwood Flats to Clearwater River)   Ski Areas Near Clearwater River - South Fork: Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 46 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Tamarack, Idaho , 59 miles away, 2800 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Idaho , 80 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 85 miles away, 2200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Clearwater River - South Fork: SUPER 8 MOTEL - GRANGEVILLE, Grangeville , 23 miles away Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins , 40 miles away Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 45 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Mccall-The Hunt Lodge, Id, Mccall , 48 miles away AmericInn McCall, Mccall , 49 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Clearwater River - South Fork: Sourdough Saddle Campground, Idaho County, 4 miles away Rainy Day Point Campground, Idaho County, 7 miles away Junction Lodge, Elk City, 9 miles away   Trails Near Clearwater River - South Fork: Reed Bar Trail, Idaho County , 5 miles away Nellie Mountain Trail, Idaho County , 5 miles away Pilot Knob Trail, Idaho County , 8 miles away Mule Creek Trail, Idaho County , 15 miles away Beaver Creek Trail, Idaho County , 15 miles away