US Highway 12, the "Lewis and Clark Highway" parallels the route traveled by the famous explorers through the rugged Lochsa Canyon and offers many camp sites and picnic areas along the breathtaking beauty.
Forest Service Rentals
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in a lookout tower? Find out for yourself without years of training. The Forest Service has several of these lookouts and cabins for rent.
Hunting
From birds to big game, North Central Idaho is a bountiful hunting ground. In fact North Central Idaho boasts nearly half the statewide population of
elk and whitetail deer. In addition, hunters will find
moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats,
cougar and
black bear.
Fishing
The Kooskia area is known for its world-class clear, sparkling rivers and steelhead, cutthroat, Chinook salmon and rainbow trout, bass, whitefish, and other popular game fish species. This is a fisherman's paradise.
Winter Sports
Snowmobile riders and cross-country skiers will find a winter delight of unlimited miles of snow-covered trails and all types of terrain. Hikers and skiers can follow trails that cross breath-taking timbered slopes, open meadows and ridge tops.
White Water Rafting
Lochsa, Selway and the Middlefork all offer big drops and tricky rapids. The following photos were provided by Three Rivers Rafting.
