Idaho whitewater - Potlatch River, Clearwater Mountains, Latah/ Nez Perce County

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

 

CLASS II-V     15 miles
  The Little Boulder Campground to Cedar Creek stretch of Potlatch River in Idaho is 15 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-V section. The nature scenery of Idaho and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The put-in location is a short drive from Moscow, as you can see on the road map further down. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are not so many other good rivers for that around here. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to
    keep you coming back for more. When you're paddling down a Clearwater Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The campgrounds here at Potlatch River are pretty
good. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so why not pack your camp stove too. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.

Briefly about the general area:
From a rainfall point of view Potlatch River is a relatively normal spot; December is the wettest month with most
 
snow; July is the month with the least moisture.
Throughout the long summer days highs here at Potlatch River reach the 80's. Summer nighttime lows fall down to the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's with temperatures at Potlatch River dipping down into the 20's through winter nights.

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

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V
Length: 15 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.78333
Longitude: -116.4564

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.65499
Longitude: -116.54917

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Current weather conditions at Potlatch River, Clearwater Mountains, Idaho
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Local climate location: POTLATCH 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino
21 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 ...

Palouse Inn, Moscow
31 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...

Super 8 Motel - Moscow, Moscow
35 miles away
* Beautifully renovated * Adjacent to University of Idaho * Surrounded by Restaurants, Lounges & Convenient Stores * 24 Hour Coffee & Tea Service * Super Start Breakfast * Business Rooms feature Rocke...



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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:
Potlatch River, Latah/ Nez Perce County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Cedar Creek to Kendrick)
Big Bear River, Latah County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 16 miles long (Highway 8 Bridge to Kendrick High School)
Clearwater River, Clearwater/ Nez Perce County , 17 miles away, Class I-III - 41.3 miles long (Dworshack Reservoir to Washington border)
St. Maries River, Benewah County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 22.4 miles long (Mashburn to St. Joe River)
 Ski Areas Near Potlatch River:
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 45 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 66 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Lookout Pass, Montana , 66 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 70 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 78 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 85 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Bluewood, Washington , 98 miles away, 1125 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 100 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
49 Degrees North, Washington , 105 miles away, 1851 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 108 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Potlatch River:
Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 21 miles away
Palouse Inn, Moscow , 31 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Moscow, Moscow , 35 miles away
Lewiston Super 8 Motel, Lewiston , 36 miles away
Best Western University Inn, Moscow , 36 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Potlatch River:
Little Boulder Campground, Latah County, 4 miles away
Kamp Tomahawk, Peck, 11 miles away
Hidden Village Mobile Home Park, Orofino, 15 miles away
 Trails Near Potlatch River:
Sand Mountain Lookout Trail, Latah County , 12 miles away
White Pine National Recreation Trail, Latah County , 18 miles away

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