Idaho whitewater - Lolo Creek, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho/ Clearwater County

Idaho/ Clearwater county, Cottonwood Flats to Clearwater River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     15 miles
  The Cottonwood Flats to Clearwater River section of Lolo Creek in Idaho/ Clearwater County is 15 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III-IV section. The natural beauty of Idaho and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Idaho is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but if
    you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so
why not pack your camping stuff too. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a pretty small number of paddling places. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. Whitewater paddling here in the Clearwater Mountains is a great experience.

Briefly about the general area:
Summer brings highs in the 80's to Lolo Creek, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The winter brings highs down to the 30's with temperatures at Lolo Creek dipping
 
down into the 10's during winter nights. An average amount of precipitation falls at Lolo Creek; the month with most of the snow is January, and July is when it's the driest.

Lolo Creek, Cottonwood Flats to Clearwater River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 15 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.29666
Longitude: -115.91084

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.36249
Longitude: -116.13528

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Current weather conditions at Lolo Creek, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho
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Local climate location: ELK RIVER 8 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino
17 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 ...

Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins
48 miles away
Overlooking the famous Salmon River, the Little Salmon River, and their majestic canyons, Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge welcomes you with comfortable lodge-style furnishings, outstanding amenities,...




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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Lolo Creek.
 Whitewater Near Lolo Creek:
Lolo Creek, Idaho/ Clearwater County , 13 miles away, Class II+ - 12 miles long (Lolo Campground to Cottonwood Flats)
Clearwater River - Middle Fork, Idaho County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 22 miles long (Lowell to Kooskia)
Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho County , 22 miles away, Class IV - 5.8 miles long (Bully Creek to Highway 13)
Floodwood Creek, Clearwater County , 28 miles away, Class III-IV - 4 miles long (Bridge to Reservoir)
Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho County , 29 miles away, Class IV-V - 7.4 miles long (Hanging Rock to Cougar Creek Trailhead)
 Ski Areas Near Lolo Creek:
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 56 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 58 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Montana , 58 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 64 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 79 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 106 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 106 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 112 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
Bogus Basin, Idaho , 123 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Bluewood, Washington , 127 miles away, 1125 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Lolo Creek:
Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 17 miles away
Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins , 48 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Lolo Creek:
Lewis-Clark Resort, Kamiah, 5 miles away
Wilderness Gateway - Clearwater National Forest, Orofino, 11 miles away
Harpster Riverside RV Park, Kooskia, 16 miles away

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