Idaho whitewater - Moose Creek, Bitterroot Range, Idaho County

Idaho county, Dolph Creek to Selway River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     22 miles
  This stretch of Moose Creek in Idaho is 22 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. The nature scenery of Idaho County and the water flowing gracefully down Moose Creek attract people from near and far. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The Bitterroot Range scenery is wonderful. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking,
    either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. This is the only paddling section along Moose Creek. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. This section is long enough for an overnight trip
if you take your time, so why not pack your camp stove too. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho are harder than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving.

Briefly about the general area:
The yearly precipitation here at Moose Creek is about average; all through January this area sees the most snow, and July on the other hand is the driest.
Summertime highs at Moose Creek usually tend to be in the 80's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's. Highs through the wintertime are typically in the 30's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Moose Creek.
 

Moose Creek, Dolph Creek to Selway River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 22 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.26722
Longitude: -114.69334

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.04388
Longitude: -115.25251

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Current weather conditions at Moose Creek, Bitterroot Range, Idaho
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Local climate location: FENN RANGER STATION 25 miles away


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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Moose Creek.
 Whitewater Near Moose Creek:
Selway River, Idaho County , 10 miles away, Class IV - 47 miles long (Paradise to Selway Falls)
Lochsa River, Idaho County , 16 miles away, Class III - 20 miles long (Papoose Creek to Indian Grave Creek)
Lochsa River, Idaho County , 21 miles away, Class IV - 13 miles long (Indian Grave Creek to Wilderness Gateway Bridge)
Fish Creek, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class IV - 1.5 miles long (Forest Service Road to Lochsa River)
Lochsa River, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class III-IV - 9 miles long (Wilderness Gateway bridge to Split Creek Pack Bridge)
Crooked Fork, Clearwater/ Idaho County , 29 miles away, Class III-V - 2 miles long (Hopeful Creek to Brushy Fork)
White Sand Creek, Idaho County , 30 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Colt Creek Cabin to White Sand Campground)
 Ski Areas Near Moose Creek:
Lost Trail, Montana , 74 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 79 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 80 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Montana , 80 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Marshall Mountain, Montana , 82 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 98 miles away, 1440 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 99 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 103 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 107 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
Big Mountain, Montana , 119 miles away, 2500 vertical feet
 Camp Grounds Near Moose Creek:
Cedar Flats Campground, Idaho County, 3 miles away
Jerry Johnson Campground, Idaho County, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Moose Creek:
Colgate Licks Nature National Recreation Trail, Idaho County , 15 miles away

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