Idaho whitewater - St. Joe River - Slate Creek, Bitterroot Range, Shoshone County

Shoshone county, Fritz Creek to St. Joe Confluence section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     4 miles
  The average Idaho whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The beautiful scenery of Idaho and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. St. Joe River - Slate Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Fritz Creek to St. Joe Confluence section is the only one. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. For all you camping people there are campgrounds
    nearby. The Fritz Creek to St. Joe Confluence stretch of St. Joe River - Slate Creek in Idaho is 4 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. The beautiful Bitterroot Range
scenery is an added bonus. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
Throughout the summertime months highs here at St. Joe River - Slate Creek get into the 80's. Throughout the moonlight hours it's regularly in the 50's. All through the winter highs are ordinarily in the 30's, and overnight lows in the 20's for St. Joe River - Slate Creek. These mountains rock, just look at all the fun things to do in the Bitterroot Range.
 
Why not take a refreshing hike along the Trego Point Trail, and St. Joe River - Slate Creek is right by the Cedar Mountain Trail. The yearly precipitation here at St. Joe River - Slate Creek is about average; January is the wettest month with most snow, and the driest of the months is July.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 4 miles
Average Gradient: 85 fpm
  

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Current weather conditions at St. Joe River - Slate Creek, Bitterroot Range, Idaho
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Local climate location: KELLOGG 18 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Silver Mtn Morning Star Lodge, Kellogg
27 miles away
Indoor Waterpark Included With Every Room The Morning Star Lodge at Silver Mountain Resort is the regions premier condominium resort with studio one and two bedroom condos and family suites with lofts...

Silver Valley Inn, Kellogg
27 miles away
The Silver Valley Inn brings hospitality and charm to all of our guests by offering a large complimentary breakfast, indoor pool and spa, and we are a pet friendly establishment. We have many scenic v...

Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis
38 miles away
The Super 8 Motel St. Regis is conveniently located just off Interstate 90 Exit 33. Property features 53 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Suites, Hot Tub, Guest Laundry, Large vehicle parking, Outside p...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near St. Joe River - Slate Creek.
 Ski Areas Near St. Joe River - Slate Creek:
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 14 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 26 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 66 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 78 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Mt. Spokane, Washington , 94 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near St. Joe River - Slate Creek:
Silver Mtn Morning Star Lodge, Kellogg , 27 miles away
Silver Valley Inn, Kellogg , 27 miles away
Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis , 38 miles away
Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 46 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near St. Joe River - Slate Creek:
Squaw Creek Campground, Shoshone County, 5 miles away
Packsaddle Campground, Shoshone County, 6 miles away
Twin Creek Campground, Shoshone County, 7 miles away
 Trails Near St. Joe River - Slate Creek:
Trego Point Trail, Shoshone County , 4 miles away
Cedar Mountain Trail, Shoshone County , 4 miles away
Nelson Peak Trail, Shoshone County , 5 miles away
Dunn Peak Trail, Shoshone County , 6 miles away
Arid Ridge Trail, Shoshone County , 6 miles away

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