Idaho whitewater - Lolo Creek, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho/ Clearwater County Idaho/ Clearwater county, Lolo Campground to Cottonwood Flats section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     12 miles   The average Idaho whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master than those in other states, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. When you're paddling down a Clearwater Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. Since you're on this site you are probably into     whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The beautiful scenery of Idaho and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Lolo Campground to Cottonwood Flats section of Lolo Creek is 12 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II+ section of whitewater. Briefly about the general area: Lolo Creek is pretty dried up frequently; May is the month that gets the most rain, and July meanwhile is the driest   month. Through the long summer days highs here at Lolo Creek reach the 80's. Summer night lows sink down to the 40's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Lolo Creek temperatures drop to the 10's. Lolo Creek, Lolo Campground to Cottonwood Flats road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 12 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.29449 Longitude: -115.7501 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.29666 Longitude: -115.91084 Paddler input for Lolo Creek, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Lolo Creek, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho Local climate location: ELK RIVER 20 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino 30 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 ...   Clearwater Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Clearwater Mountains. Clearwater Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Clearwater Mountains. All Idaho Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Idaho. Books about whitewater paddling on Lolo Creek, Idaho List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Lolo Creek, Idaho. Find a whitewater outfitter in Idaho Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Moscow, Idaho Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Moscow, Idaho, the metro area neareast to Lolo Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Lolo Creek.   Whitewater Near Lolo Creek: Clearwater River - Middle Fork, Idaho County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 22 miles long (Lowell to Kooskia) Lolo Creek, Idaho/ Clearwater County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Cottonwood Flats to Clearwater River) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 23 miles away, Class III-V - 15 miles long (Split Creek Pack Bridge to Lowell) Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho County , 23 miles away, Class IV-V - 7.4 miles long (Hanging Rock to Cougar Creek Trailhead) Clearwater River - South Fork, Idaho County , 24 miles away, Class IV - 5.8 miles long (Bully Creek to Highway 13) Selway River, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class III - 7 miles long (Selway Falls to Boyd Creek Campground) Clearwater River - North Fork, Clearwater County , 29 miles away, Class III-V - 28 miles long (Orogrande Creek to Aquarius Campground)   Ski Areas Near Lolo Creek: Lookout Pass, Idaho , 56 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Montana , 56 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 61 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 66 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Tamarack, Idaho , 80 miles away, 2800 vertical feet Turner Mountain, Montana , 111 miles away, 2110 vertical feet Schweitzer, Idaho , 113 miles away, 2400 vertical feet Mt. Spokane, Washington , 117 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Bogus Basin, Idaho , 122 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 130 miles away, 1440 vertical feet   Hotels Near Lolo Creek: Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 30 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Lolo Creek: Harpster Riverside RV Park, Kooskia, 5 miles away Three Rivers Motel and Resort, Kooskia, 5 miles away Lolo Creek Campground, Idaho County, 6 miles away