Clearwater County, Idaho
Top Spots in and near Clearwater County
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Kooskia, Idaho
Hike Sherman Creek Trail #203
7.1 mi / 3790 ft gainIt's always (for me anyway) a good sign when the parking area at a trailhead is devoid of any other vehicles. Such was the case at the Sherman Creek Trailhead in the Clearwater National Forest in west-central Idaho. This trail begins just north of US-12, where Sherman Creek starts emptying into t...Read more -
Kooskia, Idaho
Stanley Hot Springs
5.09.68 mi / 2106 ft gainStart your hike to the hot springs at trailhead 211. Trail is roughly 5 miles with an easy gradual incline. Enjoy some of the mountainous views on your way. There are no signs directing you to the hot springs but there will be two forks in the road and you'll take the right path both times. Be...Read more -
Clearwater County, Idaho
Fly Fish Kelly Creek
If you are looking for world class fishing in Idaho and don't want to deal with the crowds that goes along with Henry's Fork or Silver Creek then this is the spot. You will rarely run into people along this creek. The fishing is extraordinary and you should be able to catch a ton of cutthroat. T...Read more -
Kooskia, Idaho
Weir Creek Hot Springs
4.00.72 mi / 174 ft gainAfter parking at the trailhead, follow the well defined trail on the left side of Weir Creek for about half a mile. The trail passes multiple campsites that see heavy use. The trail ends after this short climb at the hot springs. Enjoy the hot water! Tips: After passing Jerry Johnson Hot Spring...Read more -
Kooskia, Idaho
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs
5.02.64 mi / 348 ft gainNote: crampons and hiking poles are a necessity for navigating this trail in the winter months. The trail can be steep in some places and very icy. Serious note: This area is used very frequently, resulting in abuse of the land. There is a problem with trash and clothing left behind. For this r...Read more
Camping and Lodging in Clearwater County
Clearwater County, Idaho
Cold Springs Peak Cabin
Overview
Cold Springs Peak Cabin is a primitive log cabin that was originally constructed in 1931 to shelter firefighters and other work ...
Orofino, Idaho
Dent Acres
Overview
Located in northern Idaho's beautiful Clearwater Valley, Dent acres
Campground on Dworshak Lake is surrounded by forests and abu...
Elk River, Idaho
Elk Creek Campground (Clearwater Nf)
Overview
Elk Creek Campground offers visitors a little bit of everything. From scenic views and vistas, to attractive waterfalls and anci...
Clearwater County, Idaho
Kelly Forks Cabin
Overview
Kelly Forks cabin is located in a small clearing within an active forest service work center. It was originaly built at the conf...
Kamiah, Idaho
Kamiah / Clearwater River KOA Journey
Let the beauty of Idaho surround you in the Kamiah Valley. Set along the Northwest Passage Scenic Byway, this campground is directly acro...
Kooskia, Idaho
Walde Lookout Cabin
Overview
Walde Lookout Cabin was built in 1941 to house the employees who worked in the adjacent fire lookout, which was built in 1939. T...