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
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The wonderful Idaho scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the
    river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The Dolph Creek to Selway River stretch of Moose Creek is 22 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. The Bitterroot Range scenery is wonderful. For all you camping people
there are campgrounds nearby. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your sleeping bag. Moose Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Dolph Creek to Selway River section is the only one.

Briefly about the general area:
Moose Creek gets a typical amount of annual rainfall; the wettest month of the year is commonly January, that's the one that snows the most, and July meanwhile is the driest month. Summertime highs at Moose Creek typically tend to be in the 80's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 50's. During the winter highs are in the 30's, and nighttime lows during the winter for Moose Creek tend to be in the 20's.
 

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 Powder Mountain, 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
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
 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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