Idaho whitewater - Lochsa River, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho County Idaho county, Indian Grave Creek to Wilderness Gateway Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     13 miles   The scenic beauty of Idaho County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Idaho are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. The beautiful Clearwater Mountains scenery is an added bonus. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river     system, the Indian Grave Creek to Wilderness Gateway Bridge stretch is just one of many. 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 Indian Grave Creek to Wilderness Gateway Bridge stretch of Lochsa River is 13 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. The campgrounds here at Lochsa River are pretty good. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your camping stuff too. Briefly about the general area: Lochsa River gets a common amount of yearly precipitation; January is the month that gets the most snow, and July is when it's   the driest. Don't leave Lochsa River without first paying a visit to Stanley Hot Springs. Summertime highs at Lochsa River frequently tend to be in the 80's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 30's with temperatures at Lochsa River dipping down into the 20's during winter nights. Lochsa River, Indian Grave Creek to Wilderness Gateway Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV Length: 13 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.45055 Longitude: -115.09223 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.24277 Longitude: -115.41584 Paddler input for Lochsa River, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Lochsa River, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho Local climate location: FENN RANGER STATION 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis 48 miles away The Super 8 Motel St. Regis is conveniently located just off Interstate 90 Exit 33. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Lochsa River.   Whitewater Near Lochsa River: Fish Creek, Idaho County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 1.5 miles long (Forest Service Road to Lochsa River) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 9 miles long (Wilderness Gateway bridge to Split Creek Pack Bridge) Weitas Creek, Clearwater County , 14 miles away, Class II(IV) - 18 miles long (Upper Weitas Pack Bridge to National Forest Clearwater) Selway River, Idaho County , 18 miles away, Class III - 7 miles long (Selway Falls to Boyd Creek Campground) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 19 miles away, Class III-V - 15 miles long (Split Creek Pack Bridge to Lowell) Kelly Creek, Clearwater County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 10 miles long (Clayton Creek to Kelly Forks Campground) Moose Creek, Idaho County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV - 22 miles long (Dolph Creek to Selway River) Clearwater River - North Fork, Clearwater County , 23 miles away, Class III-V - 28.4 miles long (Headwaters to Kelly Creek) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 25 miles away, Class III - 20 miles long (Papoose Creek to Indian Grave Creek) Selway River, Idaho County , 25 miles away, Class IV - 47 miles long (Paradise to Selway Falls)   Ski Areas Near Lochsa River: Lookout Pass, Idaho , 61 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 82 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 89 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 92 miles away, 2600 vertical feet Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Montana , 95 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Marshall Mountain, Montana , 97 miles away, 1500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Lochsa River: Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis , 48 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Lochsa River: Green Flat Campground, Idaho County, 4 miles away Fog Mountain Campground, Idaho County, 14 miles away Gedney Creek Campground, Idaho County, 14 miles away   Trails Near Lochsa River: East Boyd Glover Roundtop National Recreation Trail, Idaho County , 12 miles away Meadow Creek National Recreation Trail, Idaho County , 18 miles away