Idaho whitewater - Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork, Bitterroot Range, Shoshone County

Shoshone county, Jordan Creek to Teepee Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+(III)     8 miles
  This section of Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork in Shoshone County is 8 miles long and it is classified as a class II+(III) section by American Whitewater. The natural beauty of Idaho and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. On this section you do get some distance, it's
    perfect for a one day trip. The Jordan Creek to Teepee Creek section is the only paddling section along Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You might
be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a pretty small number of paddling rivers. The beautiful Bitterroot Range scenery is an added bonus. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the months of summer here at Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork, high temperatures frequently reach the 80's while night lows are typically in the 40's. Throughout the wintertime highs are regularly in the 30's with temperatures
 
at Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork dipping down into the 20's throughout winter nights. On a delightful day at Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork you can take a hike along the Coeur d'Alene River National Recreation Trail; Cathedral Rocks is a nice location to visit while in the area.
This location, the Bitterroot Range, has so much outdoors amusing stuff. The Blacktail Creek Trail is a nice hiking trail right next door to Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork; what would a spot like Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork be without interesting nearby characteristics like Spion Kop Rock. From a rain point of view Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork is a rather typical place; through the month of December you get the most snow around here while July is usually the driest month. If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure.

Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork, Jordan Creek to Teepee Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+(III)
Length: 8 miles
Average Gradient: 15 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.9444
Longitude: -116.0973

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.88477
Longitude: -116.13043

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Current weather conditions at Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork, Bitterroot Range, Idaho
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Local climate location: CABINET GORGE 8 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Baymont Inn & Suites Kellogg, Kellogg
17 miles away
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Silver Mountain Ski & Summer Resort, Kellogg
17 miles away
Walk from your premier studio, 1 or 2 bedroom condominium to the gondola for an easy start to your ski or mountain bike day. Soak in the rooftop hot tubs or stroll through the village shops. Warm yo...

Best Western Wallace Inn, Wallace
24 miles away
Located off of I-90 near Silver Mountain Ski Resort, the Route of Hiawatha Mountain Biking and Hiking Trail, the Silver Country 1000 Mile Trail System for snowmobiling, mountain biking, and ATVs. The ...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork.
 Whitewater Near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork:
Coeur d'Alene River, Shoshone County , 8 miles away, Class II - 26 miles long (Senator Creek Campground to Prichard)
Coeur d'Alene River, Shoshone County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 51.2 miles long (Tepee Creek to South Fork Coeur d'Alene River)
Coeur d'Alene River - Little North Fork, Shoshone County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 29.1 miles long (Laverne Creek to Coeur d'Alene River)
Pack River, Bonner/ Boundary County , 28 miles away, Class II - 7 miles long (Tavern to Route 95)
 Ski Areas Near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork:
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 19 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 36 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Montana , 36 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 41 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 46 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 68 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
49 Degrees North, Washington , 102 miles away, 1851 vertical feet
Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 121 miles away, 1440 vertical feet
Big Mountain, Montana , 124 miles away, 2500 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 135 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork:
Baymont Inn & Suites Kellogg, Kellogg , 17 miles away
Silver Mountain Ski & Summer Resort, Kellogg , 17 miles away
Best Western Wallace Inn, Wallace , 24 miles away
Stardust Motel, Wallace , 24 miles away
Best Western Edgewater Resort, Sandpoint , 34 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork:
Senator Creek Campground, Shoshone County, 2 miles away
Big Hank Campground, Shoshone County, 4 miles away
Delyle Campground, Bonner County, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Couer d'Alene River - Big North Fork:
Coeur d'Alene River National Recreation Trail, Shoshone County , 2 miles away
Blacktail Creek Trail, Shoshone County , 4 miles away
Rock City Pond Peak Trail, Shoshone County , 4 miles away
Spyglass Miners Trail, Shoshone County , 5 miles away
Fearn Creek Trail, Shoshone County , 7 miles away

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