Idaho whitewater - White Sand Creek, Bitterroot Range, Idaho County Idaho county, Big Flat Creek to Colt Creek Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     4 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. This section of White Sand Creek is 4 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. 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 Big Flat Creek to Colt Creek Campground stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. Whitewater paddling here in the Bitterroot Range is a great experience. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The nature scenery of Idaho County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Briefly about the general area: White Sand Creek gets a common amount of precipitation; of all the months in a year January is the one with the most snow; July on the other hand is the driest. For the duration of the warmest time of the year   at White Sand Creek highs are generally in the 80's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to White Sand Creek. White Sand Creek, Big Flat Creek to Colt Creek Campground road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 4 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.42944 Longitude: -114.44945 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.43888 Longitude: -114.54639 Paddler input for White Sand Creek, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at White Sand Creek, Bitterroot Range, Idaho Local climate location: POWELL 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center, Hamilton 25 miles away Located on the banks of the Bitterroot River, just forty-five miles south of Missoula, off Highway 93, immediately north of Hamilton, Montana. The AAA 3 Diamond Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Cen... Super 8 Motel - Hamilton, Hamilton 25 miles away The Super 8 Hamilton, Montana is a Pride of Super 8 Award Winner. The property features 40 Smoke Free rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Hair Dryers, Guest Laundry, Truck ... Townhouse Inn of Hamilton, Hamilton 25 miles away The Townhouse Inn is nestled between two mountain ranges in the Bitterroot Valley. This valley offers uncommonly beautiful scenery and diverse recreational opportunities for everyone and every season....   Bitterroot Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Bitterroot Range. Bitterroot Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Bitterroot Range. All Idaho Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Idaho. Books about whitewater paddling on White Sand Creek, Idaho List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on White Sand Creek, Idaho. Find a whitewater outfitter in Idaho Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Missoula, Montana Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Missoula, Montana, the metro area neareast to White Sand Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near White Sand Creek.   Whitewater Near White Sand Creek: Big Sand Creek, Idaho County , 4 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (Swamp Creek Trail to White Sand Creek) White Sand Creek, Idaho County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Colt Creek Cabin to White Sand Campground) Brushy Fork, Idaho County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 13 miles long (Off Elk Meadows Road to Crooked Creek) Crooked Fork, Clearwater/ Idaho County , 15 miles away, Class III-V - 2 miles long (Hopeful Creek to Brushy Fork) Kootenai Creek, Ravali County , 26 miles away, Class IV - 1 miles long (trailside) Clark Fork, Missoula / Mineral County , 27 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Alberton Put In to Fish Creek) Lochsa River, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class III - 20 miles long (Papoose Creek to Indian Grave Creek)   Ski Areas Near White Sand Creek: Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 44 miles away, 2600 vertical feet Marshall Mountain, Montana , 47 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Lost Trail, Montana , 52 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 76 miles away, 1440 vertical feet Discovery Ski, Montana , 87 miles away, 1670 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Idaho , 96 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Montana , 96 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Big Mountain, Montana , 98 miles away, 2500 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 124 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Turner Mountain, Montana , 130 miles away, 2110 vertical feet   Hotels Near White Sand Creek: Lolo Hot Springs Mountain, Lolo , 14 miles away Remlc's City Center Motel Annex, Hamilton , 25 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hamilton, Hamilton , 25 miles away Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center, Hamilton , 25 miles away Angler's Lodge, Hamilton , 25 miles away   Camp Grounds Near White Sand Creek: Colt Creek Campground, Idaho County, 9 miles away Hoodoo Lake Campground, Idaho County, 12 miles away Lee Creek Campground, Missoula County, 13 miles away   Trails Near White Sand Creek: Lee Ridge Trail, Missoula County , 11 miles away Granite Ridge Trail, Missoula County , 14 miles away Sally Ridge Trail, Missoula County , 14 miles away Tepee Ridge Trail, Missoula County , 17 miles away State Line Trail, Clearwater County , 18 miles away   Lakes Near White Sand Creek