Idaho whitewater - Potlatch River, Latah/ Nez Perce County

Latah/ Nez Perce county, Cedar Creek to Kendrick section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     6 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. The Cedar Creek to Kendrick stretch of Potlatch River in Idaho is 6 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. 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 starting location is a short drive from Moscow, as you can see on the road map further down. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are
not so many other good places for that around here. 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. The nature scenery of Idaho and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle.

Briefly about the general area:
Potlatch River is a good place of common precipitation; during December this area sees the most snow, and July on the other hand is the driest.
Throughout the warmest time of the year, highs regularly
 
are in the 80's at Potlatch River. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 40's. For the duration of the wintertime this place gets highs in the 30's, and night lows at Potlatch River all through the winter mostly fall into the 20's.

Potlatch River, Cedar Creek to Kendrick road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 6 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.65499
Longitude: -116.54917

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.62749
Longitude: -116.64112

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Current weather conditions at Potlatch River, Idaho
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Local climate location: POTLATCH 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Palouse Inn, Moscow
25 miles away
This recently remodeled property is located in Moscow, ID in the heart of the Palouse Region. The University of Idaho is a short walk away, and Pullman, WA is only minutes away. Our location is perfec...

Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino
25 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 ...

Super 8 Lewiston, Lewiston
29 miles away
The Super 8 in Lewiston is located just off of Hwy 95/12. We offer amenities that include Free High-Speed Wireless Internet Access, SuperStart Breakfast, a 24 coffee bar. The property is located wit...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Moscow, Idaho, the metro area neareast to Potlatch River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Potlatch River.
 Whitewater Near Potlatch River:
Big Bear River, Latah County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V - 16 miles long (Highway 8 Bridge to Kendrick High School)
Potlatch River, Latah/ Nez Perce County , 7 miles away, Class II-V - 15 miles long (Little Boulder Campground to Cedar Creek)
Clearwater River, Clearwater/ Nez Perce County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 41.3 miles long (Dworshack Reservoir to Washington border)
St. Maries River, Benewah County , 28 miles away, Class II-III - 22.4 miles long (Mashburn to St. Joe River)
 Ski Areas Near Potlatch River:
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 52 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 70 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 73 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 82 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 83 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Bluewood, Washington , 91 miles away, 1125 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 99 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Potlatch River:
Palouse Inn, Moscow , 25 miles away
Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 25 miles away
Super 8 Lewiston, Lewiston , 29 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Moscow, Moscow , 29 miles away
Best Western University Inn, Moscow , 30 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Potlatch River:
Little Boulder Campground, Latah County, 11 miles away
Kamp Tomahawk, Peck, 12 miles away
Hidden Village Mobile Home Park, Orofino, 19 miles away
 Trails Near Potlatch River:
Sand Mountain Lookout Trail, Latah County , 14 miles away
White Pine National Recreation Trail, Latah County , 18 miles away

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