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 Latah/ Nez Perce County is 15 miles long and is a class II-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The wonderful Latah/ Nez Perce County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Potlatch River are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Moscow, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. 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. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you won't
find many other paddling spots. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Idaho are often tougher than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The Clearwater Mountains scenery is wonderful.

Briefly about the general
 
area:
A normal amount of rainfall falls here at Potlatch River; December is when you get the most snow here, and the driest month is July.
For the duration of the summer months here at Potlatch River, high temperatures ordinarily get into the 80's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 40's. Highs during the winter are typically in the 30's while Potlatch River nighttime low temperatures all through the wintertime are in the 20's.

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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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 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
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
 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
Super 8 Lewiston, 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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