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Split Creek Bridge on the Lochsa River (Morai Helfen)

he Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests What’s Inside Tin north central Idaho begin in the jagged peaks of the Bitterroot Mountains and flow Get to Know Us...... 2 to the deep canyons of the Salmon, Selway Scenic Byways ...... 4 and Lochsa Rivers. Broad coniferous forests Historic Roads & Trails...... 5 stretch from the rolling hills of the Palouse Wild & Scenic Rivers ...... 6 Wilderness ...... 7 Plateau to the Camas Prairie. Salmon River ...... 8 Map ...... 10 Nez Perce drummer The forests are home to an extravagant Activities ...... 12 array of wildlife, from the strutting grouse Winter Recreation ...... 16 More Activities ...... 17 to the stately bighorn sheep; golden eagles Wildlife ...... 18 soar above; river otters glide through waters Know Before You Go...... 19

below. Blue ribbon fisheries lure anglers, Contact Information & Fees.... 20 (Cindy Schacher) Camas Fun Forest Facts while backcountry pack trails beckon hunters. Visitors enjoy activities year-round— motorized and non-motorized, on rivers and mountaintops. For the Acres: 4 million Longest Trail: The Nez Perce more adventurous, the untrammeled land of Wilderness provides National Historic Trail stretches recreation opportunities while preserving natural landscapes into 1,170 miles crossing Oregon, perpetuity. Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming

Deepest Gorge: The Snake River/ Hells Canyon and the Salmon As the traditional homeland of the Nez Perce Tribe, the forests River Canyon are deeper than the value their history, culture, and knowledge of the land, while Grand Canyon conserving the resources of this special place for all people.

This Visitor Guide will help you make the most of your Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests experience. You may also visit us at www.fs.usda.gov/nezperceclearwater. G et to Know Us

Our Past

The Nez Perce The Forest Civilian Service and Fire President Roosevelt visiting a The Nez Perce National Forest proudly gets its name from the people who have called this place home for Conservation Corps CCC camp, 1933 (© NARA) thousands of generations: the Nez Perce. The Nez Perce call themselves Nimiipuu (“The People”), but French The land of the Nez Perce- trappers who traded with the Nimiipuu mistakenly believed they pierced their noses—a practice of a Clearwater National Forests is “Through you the nation will graduate a neighboring tribe—and called them Nez Perce which is French for “pierced nose.” solidly rooted in fire. Many fine group of strong young men, clean-living, trained to self- fire management programs discipline and, above all, willing and proved to work for the joy Although Nez Perce leaders ceded much of the Tribe’s original territory to the United States in the 1855 in the Forest Service evolved The Three Forks Ranger Station of working.” and 1863 Treaties, they did not relinquish rights to hunt, fish and gather, or to practice traditional religious from the 1910 fires (and their survived the fires of 1910 (President Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1933) and cultural ceremonies on these ancestral homelands. Today the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests aftermath) in this part of the country. manage much of the Nez Perce Tribe’s ceded territory. Nez Perce people still maintain strong ties with their homeland and work cooperatively with the Forest Service as stewards of forest resources. As the country suffered the Great Depression, President Franklin Historically, wildland fires in northern Idaho were of mixed- Roosevelt proposed a program as part of the New Deal to provide severity with fire-free periods ranging from 30 to 100 years. Albert Walters of the Nez conservation jobs on rural lands owned by federal, state, and local In addition to their strong government-to-government Perce Tribe, 1901 (Nez Perce With settlement however, human-caused fires increased governments. Thus, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was born, relationship, the Forest Service and Nez Perce Tribe also National Historical Trail Park, dramatically. Large damaging fires occurred in the later part Smithsonian Collection) destined to become the most popular experiment of the New Deal. boast a nationally recognized watershed of the 1800s and early 1900s, prompting the development restoration partnership. Since 1997, of wildland fire suppression programs. Smokejumpers made By 1942, it had the Nez Perce Tribe and Nez Perce- their very first jump on the Nez Perce National Forest in 1940, employed over two Clearwater National Forests have proving that fire could be fought in the most remote and million workers— completed dozens of projects throughout rugged landscapes. unmarried men the forest, such as riparian and grazing between 18 and 25. Each enrollee was paid area improvements, tree planting, However, the fish and aquatic organism habitat $30 a month, $25 of suppression of all which was sent to his improvements, road sedimentation Nez Perce fires—natural and family. The government reduction, and many others. dancer at the Nez Perce women, circa 1910 (Nez Perce National Chief Looking human-caused— provided room, board, Historic Trail, Cecil Carter Collection) Glass Pow Wow disrupted the historic clothing, and tools. (Morai Helfen) fire behavior and forest CCC trucks near the Crevice ecosystem. Fire is one on the Salmon River, 1935 of the most important ining for Gold—The Story of Florence in Wildfire Heather Larkin Pioneer Mallard Area, 2010 natural agents of Each man was taught M change, and some a new skill and The story of Florence is seldom told and few visitors are even ecosystems depend on periodic fires to attended classes to better his education. aware the site exists. Driving through the area today (in the maintain their habitats. The enrollees mountains north of the Salmon River), one can hardly tell learned first hand there once existed a thriving mining community. The Forest Service still fights fire— the philosophy of especially to protect communities and conservation of our In August of 1861, gold was discovered in the creeks and the resources people need—but we national resources for gulches around the Florence Basin and miners soon began also use fire under controlled the public good. trickling into the area. What started as a small tent city conditions to promote healthier, sustainable forest and The Lewiston with 50 residents grew into a bustling city of 9,000 by the CCC camp along the Lolo Motorway, 1932 following year, boasting a sawmill, 10 butcher shops, 7 grassland ecosystems. District of the CCC bakeries, 8 lawyers, 6 gambling saloons, a few “hole-in- worked on land in the New Florence, 1896 (Idaho State Wylies Peak Lookout, built Clearwater, St. Joe, Nez Perce, Selway, and part of the Umatilla the-wall doggeries,” a dance house, Masonic Hall, and a jail. in 1925; destroyed by Getting a Historical Society) National Forests. By the fall of 1935, 13 camps were operating in Florence’s riches also attracted ruffians like the infamous lightning in 1983 smokejumper (Art Seamans) lesson the district. Their main projects included blister rust eradication, highwayman Cherokee Bob (a pal of the legendary outlaw wildfire suppression, road construction, telegraph line construction, Henry Plummer) and it quickly gained the reputation of being dam building, and soil terracing. one of the roughest towns in the west. For a brochure about Lookout Legacies Florence, visit For a brochure about CCCs on the forest, visit: www.fs.usda.gov/ www.fs.usda.gov/ After the fires of 1910, fire control nezperceclearwater; select Maps, then Brochures. nezperceclearwater; Cherokee Bob’s became the main priority of the select Maps, then headstone, circa 1935 young Forest Service. Nearly 450 Brochures. (RG Bailey lookouts were built on high mountain Protect Our Past For Our Future Book, River of peaks of the Nez Perce-Clearwater No Return) National Forests—150 of which are still standing. Many are available for Prehistoric and historic sites and artifacts Florence dredge overnight rental, giving visitors an are irreplaceable resources that provide ponds, 2011 clues and understanding of our collective (Cindy Schacher) opportunity to exerience first-hand a bit of fire lookout history. (See page 15 for heritage. It is illegal to damage sites or to more information.) remove artifacts.

2 3 R oads & Trails

Along the Lolo Motorway (Morai Helfen) Scenic Byways Historic Roads and Trails

Northwest Passage Scenic Idaho State Lolo Trail National Historic Idaho State Highways 13 and 14 Byway-All American Road Landmark Corridor Highway 95 The Nez Perce traveled through the South Fork of the For millions of years water has carved its path, creating a Clearwater River corridor on their seasonal migration from An immensely diverse The history of this land is felt in the wind as it stirs ancient narrow canyon for the Lochsa River. US Highway 12 now the Camas Prairie in Idaho to the Bitterroot Valley in Montana. landscape, the country of memories of travel, trade, discovery—and the terror of the parallels the Lochsa, lined by conifers and rock outcroppings. The route, known as the Southern Nez Perce Trail, was later the Highway 95 corridor 1877 Nez Perce Flight. A sense of what once was hangs Flora ranges from giant subalpine fir to tiny Oregon bluebells. used by gold miners and homesteaders who flocked to the area varies from the sparkling heavily in the boughs of the hemlock forests and in the mist You can even find “coastal disjunct” plants—remnants from an in the 1860s. Today, the corridor is still decorated by rugged Salmon River pouring rolling off the hills. Astonishing views greet you at every era when a temperate climate prevailed. granite outcroppings and lush meadows. through steep canyon direction.

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Historically the Nez (Cindy Schacher) Two auto tours can be enjoyed on Idaho State Highway 14: The summer heat at Spring The Lolo Trail corridor was formed along a ridgeline used Perce people (Nimiipuu) The Salmon River flowing adjacent to Hwy. 95 Elk City Wagon Road (up to six hours), and the Gold Rush Bar, to the cool alpine historically by the Nez Perce to reach their Salish friends lived, hunted, gathered and the Slate Creek Ranger Station Loop beginning at the junction breezes at Rocky Bluff in Montana to trade fish for buffalo, among other things. roots, camped. and of Hwy 14 and County Road Campground. Here, it is not uncommon for canyon grasslands Over time the trail was also used by Lewis and Clark, and fished here. Much of 233 (a 62-mile mostly gravel to share the same camera lens with granite peaks. by others in search of gold in the 1900s. Because of its what you see across route that takes three hours). historical significance, the trail has many titles and honors, the river remains as McAllister Picnic Area at such as The Road to the Buffalo (K’useyneisskit), the Nez it did when they used Idaho State Highway 95 is Idaho’s primary north-south route. milepost 11 offers fishing, Perce National Historic Trail, the Lewis and Clark National this area, now protected There are several national parks along the way, including the river access, and a one-mile, Historic Trail, and the Lolo Motorway. within the Selway- Nez Perce War Historic Battlefield Monument near White Bird. self-guided trail that climbs Lolo Pass Visitor Center Bitterroot Wilderness. Fish Creek on Forest Road 221 (seven miles from Grangeville) to a broad vista of Earthquake hosts a campground and five loop trails for hikers, horseback The narrow, winding roads are recommended for high-clearance Basin. These routes are not riders, and mountain bikers. In the winter, cross-country skiers There are dozens of points of interest along this byway, vehicles only, and may not be open at times due to snow and recommended for large RVs. can enjoy a groomed trail system (see page 16). icy conditions. Contact the South Fork Clearwater River including: the Heart of the Monster (a national park site), (Nick Gerhardt) Lochsa Historical Ranger Station, and Lolo Pass Visitor Center Lochsa Ranger Station for (find it on Facebook through “Discover Your Northwest”). For current travel information. The Elk City Wagon Road more information, visit: hite Pine Scenic Byway To learn more about Lewis Picture yourself on a wagon 100 years ago. The road is so ¢¢ http://www.visitnorthcentralidaho.org W ¢ http://nwpassagescenicbyway.org/(includes an audio tour) and Clark on the Lolo rough, you’re afraid you might fall out. If it’s winter, you’re atop ¢ The White Pine Scenic Byway ¢¢ www.fs.usda.gov/nezperceclearwater; select Recreation then Trail, visit www.fs.usda.gov/ a sleigh drawn by horses wearing snowshoes, plodding through begins on Idaho 3 at Interstate Driving nezperceclearwater; select drifts over your head. It’s rough going. 90 near Cataldo, home to Learning Center then History Old Mission of the Sacred and Culture. Or visit http:// lk River Backcountry Byway Heart. Built in the mid-1800s, The Elk City Wagon Road was popular from 1895 to1932 with E www.fs.usda.gov/npnht. the mission is the oldest Along the Lolo Motorway (Mark Boesch) freight and stage coaches, miners, and homesteaders. Beginning The 57-mile Elk River Scenic Byway reveals the building still standing in at Harpster on the South Fork of the Clearwater River, the surprisingly simple to the stunningly diverse. Richly forested Idaho. Travelers can also visit road once stretched 50 miles to the mining town of Elk City. Elevations along the route range from 1,600’ at South Fork landscapes frame the corridor while the Clearwater Mountains the nearby Parish House and he Magruder Corridor and T River Valley to 6,200’ in the Baldy Mountain area. beckon from the horizon. Beginning in the city of Orofino two historic cemeteries on the Southern Nez Perce Trail (meaning “fine gold”) the route climbs Wells Bench Road grounds, and enjoy the visitor through a scattering of farmsteads. Soon, travelers cross the Today, Friends of the Elk City Wagon Road gather each summer center, walking trails, and This 101-mile unimproved Dent Bridge at the Dworshak Reservoir—a suspension bridge picnic areas. for a tour of the historic route followed by prospectors linking to vast forestlands. Next lies Elk River, a quaint dirt road winds through and packers. Through pack trips and wagon rides, visitors community first established as a hunting and recreation a vast undeveloped area, can experience on their own what early western settlers Along the White Pine Scenic Byway From Cataldo, the White Pine offering solitude and camp. Developed by Potlatch as a mill town (once the site of (Diana Jones) experienced. For more information, download a brochure from Scenic Byway passes through the largest white pine lumber mill in the world), today it has expansive mountain views— www.fs.usda.gov/nezperceclearwater; select Learning Center then the lush forests of Idaho’s timber country. It then winds through returned to a recreational community. At Elk River, activities much the same as when the History and Culture. numerous lakes and marshlands of the lower Coeur d’Alene abound: fantastic Nez Perce people and other River to the town of St. Maries, the Hughes House Museum, and Elk Creek Falls, early travelers crossed the other attractions. The byway then crosses the picturesque St. hiking trails, and area. Maries and St. Joe rivers, the latter being the highest navigable abundant wildlife Along the Magruder Corridor river in the world. to photograph. The road itself was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) View from the Elk The route continues on Idaho 6, meandering south through in the 1930s. In 1980, the Central Idaho Wilderness Act River Scenic Byway (Morai Helfen) the town of Emida and the Idaho Panhandle National Forest created a unique corridor that enables travelers to drive which boasts the largest stand of white pine in the between two Wilderness Areas (Selway-Bitterroot and Frank country. The byway winds through rolling hills of Church-River of No Return) and two Idaho Roadless Areas More Scenic Drives the Palouse region to the historic logging town of (East and West Meadow Creek). The corridor is also known Stagecoach on the Elk City Wagon Road Potlatch. as the Montana Road and the Parker Trail. Today’s Elk City below Newsome, 1910 wagon ride For information on other scenic routes in the northern Rockies, visit http://www.DriveTheTop10.com.

4 5 W ild Country

Wild & Scenic Rivers Wilderness

he National Wild and Scenic Rivers System was created by Congress in 1968 to preserve certain rivers with outstanding natural, ilderness contributes to the ecologic, economic, and social health and well being of our citizens, our country and our cultural,T and recreational values in a free-flowing condition for the enjoyment of present and future generations. The Act is notable wworld. The benefits Wilderness areas provide are as diverse as the areas themselves. In addition to providing “outstanding for safeguarding the special character of these rivers, while also recognizing the potential for their appropriate use and development. opportunities for solitude or a primitive and unconfined type of recreation,” the 1964 Wilderness Act specified that Wilderness It encourages river management that crosses political boundaries and promotes public participation in developing goals for river “may also contain ecological, geological, or other features of scientific, education, and scenic interest.” For more information, protection. visit www.wilderness.net.

Middle Fork of the Clearwater Frank Church- Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness (including the Lochsa and Selway Rivers) River of No Return At 1.5 million acres, the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Wilderness is slightly larger than Delaware. This country is famous for its extraordinary scenery, exceptional water quality, exciting In addition to the high crest of the Bitterroot floating options, and outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities. The Middle Ranking as the second Mountains, the area is dominated by ridges Fork of the Clearwater River runs from the town of Lowell, ID largest Wilderness in broken with raw granite peaks. Below the downstream to Kooskia, ID (and the Lochsa Ranger Station). the National Wilderness ridges are deep canyons covered with thick The Middle Fork of the Clearwater includes the Lochsa and Preservation System is only coniferous forest. Hidden valleys are rich Selway Rivers (their confluence forming the “Middle Fork”) one of the many attributes with old-growth cedar, fir, and spruce, with Wilderness kayaking (Josh Whitmore) which are premier whitewater rafting locales. Most of the Falls Selway of which the Frank Church- ponderosa pine dominating open grassy Selway River lies in Idaho’s Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. River of No Return can claim. Its namesake, Frank Church slopes along the rivers. Few people visit the (Senator and lawyer), played a major role in the creation of the trailless portions of this Wilderness, making Camping along East Moose In the Wilderness section of the it all the more appealing for the Selway elk Fenn Ranger Station, on the National Register of Historic Places, River of No Return Wilderness in 1980. Creek Trail 421 (Scott Selway River (between the Paradise herd, abundant deer, moose, black bears, Rulander) is an easy five-mile drive from Lowell. Here, you will feel like put-in and the Race Track take- mountain lions, and wolves. you’ve stepped back to the 1930s when the Civilian Conservation out) permits are required to float The treacherous waters Designated by Congress in Corps (CCC) constructed the buildings. during the control season from of the Main Salmon Rafters in the Selway- 1964, the Selway-Bitterroot May 15 thru the end of July. For River slice through a Bitterroot Wilderness Wilderness is bordered by more information visit: http://www. chasm deeper than the the Frank Church-River of “ he River of No Return”— fs.usda.gov/detail/scnf/passes-permits/ Grand Canyon—hence its T No Return Wilderness to recreation/ or www.recreation.gov. moniker as the River of The Salmon River No Return. the south, separated by the Magruder Corridor (the Fed by snowmelt from the Sawtooth and Salmon River mountains, apid River Southern Nez Perce Trail). the Salmon River flows undammed for 425 miles. It’s also the R Frank Church-River of No Return Portions of this 2.4 million Wild and Scenic Selway River in the Wilderness Wilderness (Morai Helfen) longest river in the contiguous 48 states. From elevations above acre Wilderness are The 6.9-mile (one way) Rapid River hiking trail boasts a 8,000’, the Salmon descends to 905’ before it joins the Snake River located on five different national forests—the Boise, Bitterroot, lively watercourse and bountiful spring wildflowers within in Hells Canyon near the Idaho/Oregon border. The Salmon River Nez Perce-Clearwater, Payette, and Salmon-Challis. Many of its the narrow canyon—a favorite with hikers, Hells Canyon is surrounded by Wilderness and wild country, and provides visitors venture into these wild lands on the river corridors of backpackers, and horseback riders. Accessed ells Canyon habitat for an array of wildlife. It is also world-renowned for its both the Main and Middle Fork of the Salmon River. H by a trailhead above the Rapid River Fish whitewater rafting and kayaking, canoeing, floating, and fishing. Hatchery, the trail is popular in the spring Wilderness and fall because of its low elevation. The trail ospel-Hump Hells Canyon The Salmon River has a rich history, and played an important role passes through the Rapid River Wild and G Wilderness is a part in the lives of the Nez Perce and Shoshone peoples. Later, Lewis and Scenic River corridor where motorized and Wilderness of the Hells Canyon Clark, fur traders, and gold seekers all traveled its storied corridor. mechanized use is prohibited. National Recreation In 1978, Congress Area (HCNRA) that See pages 8-9 in this guide for more information on the Salmon The superb water quality in the Rapid recognized 206,053 straddles the border of River. For a list of floating and power boat operators licensed to River makes it critical habitat for acres of undeveloped northeastern Oregon operate on the river, visit www.ioga.org. three fish species listed as threatened federal land as a and western Idaho, split in half Bragging under the Endangered Species Act: the special area and by the Wild and Scenic Snake Chinook salmon, steelhead trout, and designated it the River. The Idaho side boasts the Rights bull trout. Rapid River Fish Hatchery Gospel-Hump Seven Devils mountain range, and was built in 1964 to mitigate the loss Wilderness. It is a is jointly managed by the Nez The Selway-Bitterroot, Gospel-Hump, and Frank of fish runs due to dam construction land of contrasts—its Moores Lake in Gospel-Hump Wilderness Perce-Clearwater National Forests (Cindy Schacher) Church-River of No Return on the Snake River. It’s the largest northern section is and the Wallowa-Whitman Wilderness Areas constitute hatchery facility of spring Chinook Harris Jeremy by Photos moist and heavily forested, while the southern section is dry National Forest. A small portion the largest contiguous area salmon in Idaho and is an important and sparsely vegetated. Separating these diverse landscapes of the Wilderness in Oregon is of wild country outside of contributor to the fisheries of the is a rugged, glaciated divide where the Wilderness Area’s managed by the Bureau of Land Alaska. Columbia, Snake, Salmon, and Rapid namesake peaks are located. Elevations range from 1,970’ at Management. River watersheds. Salmon River (Steve Armstrong) Rapid River Trail the Salmon River to 8,940’ at the summit of Buffalo Hump.

To safeguard the wild character of these special places, please “Leave No Trace” to ensure the country you came to enjoy will remain intact for future generations. 6 7 2 The Main almon River Coeur d’ Alene Special places and things to 90 M o n t a n a St. J oe R. consider when planning your Wa s h i n g t o n trip on the “River of No Return” Moscow

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management practices for different portions of the Challis “River of No Return” 20 river—categorized as Wild, Scenic, or Recreational—to St. Anthony maintain their values. 55 73 T he 425-mile long and winding Salmon River, all within the 15 the state of Idaho, is the longest free-flowing river in the US. For 191 The 46-mile segment from North Fork to Corn Creek more than 150 years after the first Euro-Americans arrived in the S n W y o m i n g a k 26 e is designated as Recreational and the 79-mile stretch Boise area, only one-way trips down the river were possible, hence the R Idaho . from just below Corn Creek to Long Tom Creek is origin of the River of No Return moniker. 84 20 Falls 26 Wild. O r e g o n 26 The most commonly used boats were wooden scows, designed to n Pocatello S ake R. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests primarily carry heavy loads and withstand whitewater. At the end of the trip, Twin Falls 86 they were dismantled and used for lumber. Cables, small bridges, 30 manage the Wild section of the river. For more specifics Popular Spots about the Recreational and undesignated sections, and ferries served as crossing points, and the adventurous even 93 took to swimming from bank to bank. Today, the iconic pack 15 91 contact the Salmon-Challis National Forest or the Corn Creek 84 bridges spanning the chilly waters have become part of ($)the visual Bureau of Land Management respectively. This campground and boat launch is the primary check identity of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National1 Forests.station for river users of the Wild section of river N e v a d a Main Salmon River in Idaho U t a h Map not to scale- Whitewater Campground only for reference 2 Accessed from Elk City; popular during fall steelhead season

Mackay Bar Campground Things to Know Nez Perce No special Popular SpotsRemote access by vehicles via the Mackay Bar Road; designation 3 Wilson Bar Airstrip lies upstream National Snake River Grangeville

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for users of the Wild section of the river private T he graph below shows how the different designations, management, and permitting systems come together to maintain the Wild Recreational Rich in history, the South Fork (and the North Fork) 14

Elk City designation and Scenic values visitors experience when recreating on the Main Salmon River. The map to the right of the graph highlights the Salmon- 4 is one of the major drainages accessing the Main Salmon

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different designations while pointing out popular spots along the river. Permitting requirements refer to floating, not jet boats. Accessed from Elk City; popular during fall steelhead

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Forest Forest This creek denotes the lower boundary of the Wild 5 a Creek tan Mackay Bar Campground5 River (end of road 7 n River section Creek 8 4 o Remote access by vehicles via the Mackay Bar Road; North 6 6 1 M 3 Wilson Bar Airstrip lies upstream SnakeConfluence Spring Bar Long Tom Creek Corn Fork 3 Vinegar Creek ($) Hammer Vinegar n o Marks the end of road access; this site sees heavy jet boat g Main North South Fork Salmon Legend e Riggins 6 traffic, so floaters may be inclined to use Carey Creek r Salmon River Fork Rich in history, the South Fork—and Middle Fork—are O downstream; toilet on site

Recreation section Bureau of Land Management US Forest Service 4 major drainages accessing the Main Salmon Riv er by float boaters Carey Creek Wild section Payette Long Tom Creek Popular float take-out with boat ramp, toilets, and Mixed 7 National This creek denotes the changinglower boundary station of the Wild river No special designation River management 5 section Forest Th e Sa n Salmon lmo Middle Managed by South Vinegar Creek Spring Bar Fork Fork US Forest Service Self-Issued None Lottery Self-Issued Marks the end of8 road access;Fee campground, this site sees boat heavy ramp, jet water, and toilets FS FS 93 6 boat traffic, so floaters may be inclined to use Carey BLM BLM Required Creek downstream; toilet on site Permit type required McCall Carey Creek ($) location where visitors can purchase permits Popular float take-out with boat ramp, toilets, and 7 changing station Note: Users launching jet boats at remote portals such as Mackay Bar need permits year-round and are encouraged to call the appropriate office depending on Map shows sections of the Main Salmon River, its designations, and popular spots boat type. Also, other sections of the Salmon River are managed by different forests or agencies and have different permit requirements. along the way. Numbers correspond to the chart on the right. Map not to scale. Spring Bar 8 Fee campground, boat ramp, water, and toilets Permit Information

P ermits are required yearlong for all power and float boating on the Wild section of the Main Salmon between Corn Creek and Long Tom Creek. Permit requirements differ from control season to non-control season. A limited number of permits are available during control season Floating from June 20th through September 7th (campsite stay limits are shown on permit). Your fees are reinvested in the services we provide and maintenance of this precious resource, and we thank you ! CONTROL SEASON AND NON-CONTROL SEASON: users should contact the North Fork Ranger District or Jet Boating recreation.gov for permit requirements. CONTROL SEASON: NON-CONTROL SEASON: Users must register Permits are self-issue at We floated the river for For more information contact For more information contact for permits at Salmon Spring Bar and Vinegar six days! Salmon-Challis NF Nez Perce-Clearwater NF/ 8 River Ranger District. Creek Boat Launches. North Fork Ranger District 9 Salmon River Ranger District Jet-boating on the Salmon River Rapids! (208) 865-2700 (208) 839-2211 is a thrilling adventure! Nez Perce fisherman on the Rapid River (Steve Armstrong) National ez Perce ~Clearwater Forests N Lochsa Ranger Station, after 1935 fire

Before exploring the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, MONTANA please pick up a map with the level of detail appropriate for ¤£95 6 your planned activities: IDAHO White Pine Scenic Byway 250 For motorized travel: White Pine YC Y#Bald Check with your local Forest Service office for the most Mountain current information and map. 3 Horse Camp Yt 1427 LOLO Potlatch YCLaird Park For hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding: YtSmith Ridge NATIONAL Missoula Topographic maps are recommended. Visit the US White Pine 700 tYIsabella Point Scenic Byway ñY 705 YCCedars Yt Feather Creek Giant Cedar Grove FOREST Geological Survey for online purchases: www.usgs.com. You 9 Yt Isabella Landing Yt CY Hidden 295 may also visit the Idaho Parks and Recreation Department River YC Fish Elk Aquarius Creek Lake for trail and road information: http://trails.idaho.gov. River YCElk Creek 1963 YCPartridge 247 250 255 Potlatch Kelly Forks/ ¤£12 Lolo Bald eagle YCYtCanyon 1432 Creek Junction Moscow Work Center Kelly Creek National forest maps may be purchased at: www.national Little Boulder Clearwater Washington Yt Mountain YCYt 3 Elk Yt Y#CY foreststore.com. 8 Creek Creek YC Falls 210 247 Sheep tYFourth of July Y#Scurvy Mountain 99 Fork MountainYt Noe CreekCY

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YC IDAHO National Forests MountainYt Weitas 510 ñY Devoto Grove (Y Group Campground ¤£95 Dworshak Lolo Trail National ¤£93 3 Reservoir Guard YC Historic Landmark Powell Other National Forest Station Corridor Whitehouse YC PY Picnic Area 11 Wendover YC White Sand 556 Liz Creek 500 Jerry Johnson YC YCPowell Trailhead Pierce Y# Colgate LicksñYYC YtWarm Springs Yt Wilderness Orofino Weitas Butte Liz Butte Eagle Stevensville Y# Mountain } tYMocus Point Point of Interest #Y Y YtColt Creek ñY ¤£12 #Y 107 Yt White Pine 62 State Highway 11 Castle Butte 360 Steelhead jumping rapids (Roger Inghram) Clearwater River Y# Rental Cabin Clarkston 103 KookooskiaYt ¤£95 US Highway Lewiston Sherman Creek Yt Lochsa 100 River Boat Access Nez Perce Indian Weipp e Lochsa YtYCWilderness Gateway YM Lewis and Historical Station 250 Forest Route Reservation ñY Elk } Clark Grove Fish Creek Y} YtYC Y Raft Access Snake River Yt Summit Scenic Byway or ¤£Northwest Passage Scenic NEZ PERCE- YC Walde 12 Byway - All American Road YU Lookout Historical Route 62 Lolo #YMountain Hamilton Scale (miles) 64 Kamiah Knife Edge CLEARWATER YtSplit Creek Glade Creek Y} N 1 5 10 20 (Y NATIONAL FORESTS ¤£12 Selway- Apgar YC Lochsa Tukeytespé Three Wild River Bitterroot Devils Goose ¤£95 Moose Creek Lost Horse Yt Wilderness PY PY YC 429 Lowell Lowell Kooskia Fenn Selway See Selway River Corridor 223 Fenn Selway River Bitterroot Inset Map (Y CCC Rackliff Selway #YLookout Darby Boyd Creek 319 13 Butte Wilderness Johnson Yt YC YC River Palouse Bar YCGlover Creek 470 Limber YC Salmon River YC Corridor North Fork Fog MountainYt } Race Creek 284 Luke Trail # 726 O’Hara YYC Elk City 443 Corridor Highways Wagon Road Selway Falls Race Track Grangeville 13 & 14 YC Trail # Meadow Idaho State PYBlackerby Elk 830/809 14 Selway River Corridor Highway 95 NewsomeYC City Y# Creek Snow Station ParadiseY}YC Lochsa River Slim’s OREGON HavenYG Inset Map YC PYMcAllister 1809 Camp Meadow Highways Corridor FishYC Meadow Creek 13 & 14 Bridge 6223 West Fork Creek Creek Castle CYYCYC CreekYC Y( Creek South 14 Fork YC Red River Granite 442 Crooked River YC Sourdough 234 Springs Magruder White 221 Saddle YCDitch Creek YC CrossingYC Deep Bird YC YCCreek Snake River YtYU #YJerry Walker BITTERROOT Adams ñY Poet Selway River Hells Canyon Ranger 233 Red River Yt Creek Corridor National Station Wildhorse Ranger 14-mile YC Observation NATIONAL 493 Slate #Y Moore’s YC Station Point YU Recreation YC Creek YC 444 Station 14 Hells Half Pittsburg 334 YC 421 Magruder Corridor & FOREST Y}YM North Southern Nez Perce Trail Acre MONTANA Area Landing Fork Rocky YtYU Square Mountain Mountain Highway 14 Bluff Corridor Magruder Gospel 222 Corridor WALLOWA- 221 IDAHO ¤£ Hump YtWhitewater WHITMAN 95 Florence YCHalfway House ñY Wilderness Salmon Cemetary Salmon River YtWind River Hells River NATIONAL YM Canyon Corridor Spring Bar Y} SALMON-CHALLIS } Carey Vinegar FOREST 517 YCY 1614 Creek Corridor Heaven’s PY Creek NATIONAL Gate Riggins Allison Salmon YCMackay Bar Creek River Frank Church - YtYU Hells Canyon Rapid PAYETTE tY FOREST Wilderness River River of No Return Colored recreation corridors above correspond to the Activities Tables YC Seven NATIONAL Windy Idaho State Wilderness on pages 12-15, as well as those in the Saddle YCYt Devils Highway 95 Clearwater Nez Perce Country Travel Planner. FOREST

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Moose Creek pack bridge The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests provide an extraordinary backdrop for year-round adventures. The following # OF NAME SEASON AMENITIES RESERVABLE (Roger Inghram) tables—color coded by area/corridor—will help you find the right facility from which to start your exploration. UNITS Rocky Bluff waterfall Glade Creek Group Camp 5 May-Oct. :_ Yes Campgrounds, Trailheads, Boat Launches and More (Idaho County Free Press) Jerry Johnson Campground 21 May-Sept. 9_g Yes # OF NAME SEASON AMENITIES RESERVABLE UNITS Kookooskia Trailhead July-Nov. EF_ No Palouse Corridor Knife Edge Campground and River Access 5 April-Nov. 9_} No Elk Creek Campground 24 May-Oct. 953_g Yes Lewis and Clark Grove June -Oct. EF_ No Elk Creek Falls Trailhead and Picnic Area 5 May-Oct. 5F_ No Lochsa Historic Ranger Station May-Sept. _ No Feather Creek Trailhead May-Oct. No Lolo Creek Campground 8 May-Sept. 9_ No Giant Cedar Grove Trailhead May-Oct. F _ No Lolo Pass Visitor Center Year-round 5F(/_g No _ Restrooms Giant White Pine Campground/Trailhead 14 May-Oct. 95FJ_g No Mocus Trailhead Year-round E No 9 Camping Horse Camp Trailhead May-Oct. _L No : Group Camping Powell Campground 39 May-Sept. 95F_g Yes Laird Park Campground 31 May-Oct. 95F_g No 5 Picnicking Sherman Creek Trailhead May -Oct. E_ No Little Boulder Campground 17 May-Oct. 95F_g No 3 Picnic Shelter Split Creek Trailhead Year-round E_} No F Hiking Partridge Creek Campground 10 May-Oct. _ No Three Devils Picnic Area 5 May-Sept. 5_ No E Trailhead Potlatch Canyon Trailhead April-Nov. 5F_ No Tukaytespé Picnic Area (Not suitable 3 Year-round 5_ No k Fishing for trailers) (No overnight camping at

North Fork Kelly Creek Corridor Monique Beeley } Raft Access Warm Springs Trailhead Year-round E_Jerry Johnson Hot Springs) No Aquarius/Purple Beach Campground 9 May-Oct. 95k_g:L No l Jet boat Access Wendover Campground 27 May-Sept. 95_g Yes Cedars Campground 5 May-Oct. 9k_L No ( Cross-country Skiing Wild Goose Campground 7 May-Sept. 95_g Yes / Snowmobiling Clark Mountain/Orogrande Trailhead 3 May-Oct. 9E_L No Wilderness Gateway Campground 91 April-Sept. 953E_gË Yes K OHV Access Fish Lake Trailhead 2 June-Oct. E_ No Whitehouse Campground 13 May-Sept. 95_g Yes m Motorcycle Fourth of July Trailhead 2 May-Oct. E_ No [ Horse Facilities White Pine River Access Year-round } No Hidden Creek Campground 13 May-Oct. 9k_g No g Fee White Sand Campground 6 May-Sept. 95_g No Isabella Landing Trailhead 5 May-Oct. 9E_ No Selway River Corridor Isabella Point Trailhead 2 June-Oct. 9E_ No Boyd Creek Campground 5 May-Sept. 95_g No Junction Mountain Trailhead June-Oct. E_ No CCC Trailhead May-Sept. E No Kelly Creek Trailhead May-Oct. E No Fog Mountain Trailhead May-Sept. E_ No Kelly Forks Campground 14 May-Oct. No 95k_g: Glover Creek Campground 7 May-Sept. 95_g No Lochsa Historic Ranger Station Noe Creek Campground 6 May-Oct. 9k_g No Johnson Bar Campground 7 May-Sept. 9_}: Yes Sheep Mountain Trailhead June-Oct. _ K No O’Hara Bar Campground 34 May-Sept. 95_g Yes Smith Ridge Trailhead 2 June-Sept. 9E_ No Race Creek Campground 3 May-Sept. 9_ No Washington Creek Campground 23 May-Sept. 95k_g No Rackliff Campground 6 May-Sept. 95_g No © Noam Armonn Want Help? Weitas Creek Campground May-Sept _ No Selway Falls Campground 7 May-Sept. 95_g No Outfitter/guides and other Lochsa River Corridor Slims Campground and Trailhead 2 May-Sept. 9_ No commercial partners Apgar Campground 7 May-Sept. 9_g No Magruder Road offer quality recreation experiences for users who Colgate Licks Nat. Recreation Trail May-Nov. F_ No Deep Creek Campground (Bitterroot NF) 2 May-Oct. 9_ No may require help with skills and equipment. State Colt Creek Trailhead May-Nov. FE_Ë No Fourteen-mile Trailhead 2 May-Oct. 9_FEË No law requires that Idaho Devoto Grove Picnic Area and Trail 2 May-Nov. F_ No Granite Springs Campground 4 May-Oct. 95_ No outfitters and guides be licensed; you can verify Eagle Mountain Trailhead Year-round E No Poet Creek Campground 4 May-Oct. 9_Ë No their status at http://oglb. Elk Summit Campground and Trailhead 15 July-Nov. 9FE_g No Observation Point (Bitterroot NF) May-Sept. _ No idaho.gov/. Fish Creek River Access Year-round } _ No Magruder Crossing (Bitterroot NF) June-Sept. _ No

Campground fees range from $5-15/day depending on amenities. Availability and fees are subject to change. The stay limit within developed sites is 14 days. Campers must move a minimum of 5 miles from the original For reservations, use the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777 campsite to qualify for a new stay limit. Campers cannot return to the original site within 45 days. 12 or www.recreation.gov. 13 A ctivities

Campgrounds, Trailheads, Boat Launches and More (continued) Rental Cabins, Lookouts, and Guard Stations AMENITIES (in addition to beds, NAME # OF UNITS SEASON AMENITIES RESERVABLE _ Restrooms CABIN LOCATION CAPACITY SEASON ACTIVITIES table and chairs, and outdoor toilet) 9 Camping Highway 14 Corridor : Group Camping Clearwater National Forest Blackerby Picnic Area May-Oct. 5_ No 5 Picnicking Bald Mountain 22 miles northeast of Potlatch 4 July 15 - Sept. Propane heat, cookstove Bridge Creek Campground 5 May-Oct. 9_ No 3 Picnic Shelter Lookout bm,. F Hiking 80 miles east of Kooskia off FR Castle Creek Campground 8 May-Oct. 95_g No Castle Butte Lookout 2 July 15 - Sept. 15 Propane cookstove, heater, lights E 500/561 q Crooked River Campground 5 May-Oct. 9_ No Trailhead k Fishing Cold Springs Cabin 60 miles northeast of Pierce 2 June - Sept. Wood stove Ditch Creek Campground 4 May-Oct. 9_ No , } Raft Access Dishes and pans, propane fridge Halfway House Campground 4 May-Oct. 9_ No l Jet boat Access Kelly Forks Cabin 46 miles northeast of Pierce 6 June 15 - Sept. f and cook stove, flush toilet, potable Limber Luke Campground 1 June-Oct. 9_Ë No ( Cross-country Skiing water / Snowmobiling McAllister Picnic Area May-Oct. 5j_ No 53 miles east of Kamiah off FR K OHV Access Liz Butte Cabin 4 July 15-Sept. 15 ,q Wood stove Meadow Creek Campground 3 May-Oct. 9_ No 500/560 Motorcycle m 53 miles east of Kamiah off FR Wood stove, outdoor table, campfire Newsome Campground 6 May-Oct. 9_ No Liz Creek Cabin 4 July 15-Sept. 15 [ Horse Facilities 500/560; 3.5 mile hike f ring Red River Campground 40 May-Oct. 95_g No Fee g 61 miles northeast of Pierce; 3 Scurvy Lookout 2 July 15-Sept. 15 Wood stove, kerosene lantern Sourdough Saddle 5 May-Oct. 5_ No mile hike or ATV ride ,. South Fork Campground 8 May-Oct. 95_g No 25 miles northeast of Syringa Walde Mountain Cabin 2 Dec.-March Propane stove and lights, wood stove off FR 500/486D Eg Wildhorse Campground 6 May-Oct. 9_ No 38 miles east of Pierce off FR Salmon River Weitas Butte Lookout 4 July 15-Sept. 15 Propane heater and cook stove 500/557 ,q Allison Creek Picnic Area 2 March-Nov. 5_ No 45 miles northeast of Weippe Weitas Guard Station 8 July to mid-Oct. f m,. Propane heater and stove Carey Creek Boat Launch Year-round 5_} No off FR 500/555 Fish Creek Campground 11 May-Oct. 95_g No Nez Perce National Forest Propane cook stove, wood stove and Fish Creek Group Site May-Oct. :53_g Yes Adams Ranger Station 30 miles east of Grangeville 8 May 20-March 15 ,bqW lanterns Florence Site June-Oct. 5_ No 15 miles southwest of Elk City Wood fireplace and cookstove, picnic Jerry Walker Cabin 4 Year-round North Fork Campground 5 May-Oct. 95_ No on Crooked River ,.qW table, campfire ring Rocky Bluff Campground 4 May-Oct. 95_ No Lookout Butte Lookout 15 miles southwest of Lowell 4 June 15-Sept. 15 ,. Propane cook stove Spring Bar Campground and Boat Launch 14 Year-round 95_g}£ No Meadow Creek Cabin 36 miles southeast of Lowell 8 April 15-Sept. 15 Dishes and pans, potable water Vinegar Creek Boat Launch Year-round 5_£ No ,fW Cross-country Wind River Trailhead May-Oct. E_ No Snowmobiling Motorcycle OHV Access Mountain Hiking Fishing Historic Watchable gskiing . m . bBiking , k qSite WWildlife Hells Canyon Corridor Walde Mountain Cabin Scurvy Jerry Walker Cabin Kelly (Cindy Schacher) Heavens Gate Trailhead (Wallowa-Whitman NF) May-Oct 95_g No Forks Lookout Cabin Lower Pittsburg Landing Campground 28 Year-round 95_g}£ No (Wallowa-Whitman NF) Rapid River Trailhead March-Nov. F_ No Seven Devils Campground 5 Year-round 95_ No Meadow Creek Cabin (Wallowa-Whitman NF) (Cindy Schacher) Upper Pittsburg Landing Campground 4 March-Nov. 95_ No (Wallowa Whitman NF) Windy Saddle Campground and Trailhead June-Oct. FË_ No (Wallowa-Whitman NF)

Cold Springs Adams Ranger Fish Creek Campground Cabin (Joseph Liz Butte Station (Cindy and Pavilion (Idaho Schranz) Cabin Schacher) County Free Press)

Cabins, lookouts, and guard station rental fees are $20-55/day depending on amenities. Availability and fees are subject to change. For reservations, use the National Recreation Reservation Service at 1-877-444-6777 14 or www.recreation.gov. 15 W inter Recreation M ore Activities

ross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing, and Snowmobiling C otorized Recreation M Don’t forget AREA ACTIVITIES DESCRIPTION PARKING PHONE Motor vehicles are a popular way visitors access and enjoy your helmet! the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, providing Visitors of all abilities can ski or snowshoe while enjoying Idaho State great opportunities to reach beautiful vistas and Fish Creek 1 panoramas of Pilot Rock, Buffalo Hump, and the Gospel- Forest Check This Out Park N’ Recreation Hump Mountains. Snowmobilers can cruise over 100 Supervisor’s backcountry lakes. Ski sticker Area miles (161 km.) of other trails, groomed in partnership Office (208) (7 miles from ï required “Stay On Trails” provides with Idaho State Parks. Check out the Fish Creek Pavilion— 983-1950 To assist visitors with riding on approved roads and trails, Grangeville) (fee) the most current maps, 8 available for group gatherings. the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests will be replacing the current travel guides with a Motor Vehicle Use Map regulations, and safety These cross-country skiing trails are easy to moderate but (MVUM). The MVUM will be available for free at all Forest information for off-highway Forest Musselshell may have short steep pitches. Beware of moose and elk, Service offices and on the forest website. Please do your vehicles on Idaho’s public 1 Supervisor’s Meadows especially on south-facing slopes where they bed down. Free lands. Visit them at http:// Office (208) part to ride responsibly and only on designated routes (Pierce area) The road to the Musselshell Ski Area is plowed during Riding the Lolo Motorway (Guy Duvon) www.stayontrails.com/ 476-4541 identified on the Motor Vehicle Use Map. This will help ï logging activity; access may not always be available. All smiles at the Palouse Divide Ski Area eliminate resource damage and ensure that motorized opportunities continue to be available into the future. Purchase 1 The Lolo Pass Visitor Center has interpretive exhibits, a pass for Lolo Pass For More Information warming hut, and restrooms. After your adventure, you can winter Visitor Center Riders can call or visit either the Clearwater National Forest ishing Lolo Pass F also enjoy a warm beverage in front of a comforting fire. activities (208) 942- Visit: www.fs.usda.gov/ Supervisor’s Office (208-476-4541) or the Nez Perce National ï River and Stream Fishing Dogs are not allowed on groomed trails. at Visitor 1234 nezperceclearwater; select Forest Supervisors Recreation, then Winter Sports The Nez Perce-Clearwater National 8 Center office (208-983-1950) Forests are famous for wild waters Snowmobile registration laws: for more information The Forest Service partners with Timberliners Snowmobile www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov where excellent opportunities for Red River on specific trails and Club and local businesses to maintain over 240 miles both bait and fly fishing abound. Elk City/Dixie District Office Visitor and MVUM (384 km.) of trails in this area. Landscapes range from Free These aquatic habitats support Area 8 (208) 842- maps. heavy timber to open snowfields. Major trailheads are at over 13 species of resident and 2245 Elk City, Newsome Creek, Trapper Creek, and Dixie. anadromous fish. The South Fork Note: Underage ATV, of the Clearwater River bisects UTV, and motorcycle Palouse Area the forests and offers prime riders need safety course steelhead and salmon to the fishing Idaho State per Idaho State Statute Elk River There are 5 miles (8.6 km.) of easy trails and 2.4 miles (4 Palouse enthusiast. Park N’ ATV rider on the Pete King Trail 49-302. Nordic Ski 1 km.) of more difficult; all are closed to motorized vehicles District Office Ski sticker Theison) (Tim angler A happy Trails Dec. 15-April 1. Trails use Forest Service roads and (208) 875- Lake and Pond Fishing (2 miles south required abandoned railways. Not all trails are regularly groomed. 1131 unting Numerous lakes and ponds invite anglers to test their waters. of Elk River) ï (fee) H The Fenn Pond, near the Historic Fenn Ranger Station, is stocked by the Idaho Fish and Game Department, and has a Elk River The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests manage habitat for Fifty miles (80 km.) of trails are groomed intermittently Palouse smooth, accessible trail and boardwalk. Snowmobile deer, elk, moose, bear, cougar, bighorn sheep, grouse, and other by the Snodrifters Snowmobile Club. Primary trails range Free, but District Office hare (© Nialat) Snowshoe Trail System 8 in elevation from 2,800-6,000 feet. Weather can vary limited (208) 875- game species, in cooperation with the Idaho Department Fish (53 miles east and Game. The Treaty of 1855 guaranteed the Nez Perce of Moscow) dramatically. 1131 Aquatic Nuisance Species Tribe certain additional rights to hunt, gather and fish on Idaho State national forest lands. Aquatic nuisance species such as zebra Palouse Access these trails from the North-South ski bowl near the Palouse Park N’ and quagga mussels attach to boats Divide Nordic 1 Palouse Divide. There are 13.7 miles (22.8 km.) of easy District Office Ski sticker Idaho has some of the best hunting in the West, including and gear. From there they can Ski Area trails and 3.5 miles (5.9 km.) of more difficult.Trails are (208) 875- (42 miles north required trophy species of big game animals, upland game, turkeys spread in waters where they can groomed weekly. 1131 of Moscow) ï (fee) and waterfowl. destroy fish habitat. To prevent their spread: Know Before For the “Top Ten Tips ¢¢ Clean mud, plants, animals, or other debris from your You Go to the Snow for Safe and Legal boat and equipment Hunting in Idaho,” visit ¢ Ski trails are usually not patrolled and trail obstructions may exist. ¢¢ Drain the ballast tanks, bilge, ¢ http://www.stayontrails. live wells, and motor Ski at your own risk. Geological mussels (U.S. Zebra Bugwood.org) Survey, com/hunt. Boaters are required to purchase an Idaho Invasive Species ¢¢ Avalanche hazards may exist. They are not marked and avalanche closures are not made. Note: Hunters born after Fund (IISF) sticker prior to launching their vessel. January 1, 1975 may ¢¢ On the trail, move to the right when you meet others. Yield to faster need to pass a hunter skiers, downhill skiers, and snowmobiles. education course to get For Hunting & Fishing a hunting license. Information ¢ SNOWMOBILERS: Use caution on shared trails. Do not run over ¢ Hunter packing elk antlers (Peter Bartholf) trees since broken tops can cause major tree health problems. Idaho Department of Fish and Game: www.fishandgame.idaho.gov/ South Fork of the Clearwater River Nez Perce Tribe: www.nezperce.org (Nick Gerhardt)

1616 1717 W atchable Wildlife K now Before You Go

Unpaved and primitive roads present special challenges even in good weather. s you explore the national Before you take off, think about another challenge—your responsibility to Aforest, watch for creatures “Tread Lightly.” Here’s how: big and small in their diverse habitats. From the grasslands to alpine communities, you might Bull elk T spot a mountain quail (a native (© Larry Bennett ravel only where motorized vehicles are permitted. Photography) species) with her chicks feeding R espect the rights of others to enjoy their activities undisturbed. on insects, a wild tom turkey (an introduced species) strutting E ducate yourself by getting maps and information; ask owners’ permission to cross private property. his stuff, or elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles on their A void streams, lakeshores, meadows, muddy roads, steep hillsides, wildlife, and livestock. winter ranges. D rive responsibly to protect the environment and preserve opportunities to enjoy your vehicle on wild lands.

Yellow star O E N TR oxious Weeds V A thistle eave No Trace A C N E L E L Noxious weeds can rapidly displace native plant Help protect your national forest for future O Mountain S Gray wolf (© FloridaStock) U C quail species that provide food for wildlife and livestock. generations by following “Leave No Trace” T I D TH Here’s how you can help reduce principles, especially in Wilderness and OOR E Bighorn sheep their spread: ildlife Viewing Ethics (Roger Inghram) backcountry areas: W ¢¢ Remove seeds from livestock »» Plan ahead and prepare: Know the regulations for the ¢ Give the wildlife their space. Use those binoculars! by brushing manes and tails ¢ area you’ll visit. Check with your local Forest Service thoroughly and cleaning hooves. ¢¢ If you find what you believe to be an "orphaned" office for more information. or sick animal, leave it alone. Often the parents are ¢¢ When using pack animals, carry only certified weed seed-free feed. Mountain goat (Blake Fuller) close by and are waiting for you to leave. Within 96 hours before »» Travel and camp on durable surfaces: Where possible, ¢¢ Pets must be restrained when viewing wildlife. entering backcountry stay on rock, gravel, dry grasses, or snow. In general, keep ¢ Do not feed wildlife. Animals that become habituated ¢ areas, use only certified Above: rush your campsite at least 200’ away from water, trails, and to handouts can eventually become nuisances, weed seed-free feed. skeletonweed other campsites. losing their instinctive fears of people. Often the only ¢¢ Wash your vehicle, (Utah State University Archive, solution is to euthanize the animal. including the »» Minimize campfire impacts: Check undercarriage, to remove Bugwood.org and ¢ Leave the area if an animal shows signs of alarm. Richard Old/XID with your local Forest Service office to ¢ Golden eagle any weed seed before (©yykkaa) Services) find out where campfires are allowed. Watch and listen for raised ears, skittish movements, driving to the forest. Where they are, use established fire or alarm calls. ¢¢ Learn to recognize common noxious weed Left: houndstongue rings, fire pans, or fire blankets. Keep (Richard Old/XID fires small and use only dead and species. Services) down wood. Burn all wood to ash, extinguish completely, then scatter Please report new when cold. Better yet, use a campstove. invader weed Burning garbage is unhealthy and sightings to your illegal by state law. County Weed Moose and calf Superintendent »» Dispose of waste properly: Deposit (Nick Gerhardt) or local Forest human waste in catholes dug 6” to Campstoves make a great Service office. 8” deep and at least 200’ from water alternative to a fire and trails. Wash your dishes at least River otter (© Liane M.) (© Andreas Gradin) 200’ from water and scatter strained Orange hawkweed (UAF Cooperative Extension dishwater to prevent soap from entering water sources. Archive, University of Alaska - Fairbanks, Bugwood.org) »»Leave what you find: This includes plants and other natural objects, as well as e Bear Aware! cultural/historical artifacts. Do not build B structures or dig trenches. Seeing a black bear is a memorable experience. If you want that experience to be positive rather than »» Be considerate of other visitors: negative, make sure to store anything that smells Avoid loud noises and let nature’s in closed vehicles; hang food when camping in the sounds prevail. When encountering backcountry; and keep your pets on a short leash. pack stock, step to the downhill Whitetail deer For more information, visit www.BeBearAware.org. side of the trail to let them pass. (© Mike Rogal) Bald eagle (Roger Inghram)

Stay Limits For More Information PACK Dispersed campsites outside of Wilderness: 18 days on the Nez Perce- Clearwater NF IT IN Idaho’s Wildlife Viewing Guide (Falcon Press) lists Watchable Wildlife viewing sites in the area. Or, (does not apply during hunting season Oct. 6-May 1 on the Clearwater NF) PACK visit the Idaho Fish and Game website at http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/public/wildlife/nongame/ IT OUT 18 Within Wilderness: 14 days for camping or storing equipment/supplies 19 C ontact Information & Fees

Your Fees at Work America The Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Recreation fees make a positive difference in our ability to serve our Interagency Pass Program visitors because these dollars can be Many federal lands and activities can be enjoyed for reinvested into services and infrastructure free. However, for those who recreate on multiple federal lands on the national forest. Some of our recent that require a fee, the America the Beautiful Interagency Pass accomplishments include: Hitchrail installation Program is the most convenient way to pay. »» Rental cabin improvements—repaired bathrooms and other facilities, painted structures, and completed other necessary NOTE: Passes are honored nationwide at all Forest Service, maintenance National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, and US Fish & Wildlife Service sites charging entrance »» Developed recreation site maintenance—repaired picnic or standard amenity fees. These fees are not charged to persons tables, maintained bulletin boards and signs, repaired and 15 and under. Passes do not cover expanded amenity fees such as pumped toilets, removed and replaced fire rings, removed hazard trees, and paid for trash services cabin or yurt rentals; and may not be accepted at sites operated by concessionaires. »» Seasonal Wilderness Ranger and River Ranger—educated visitors about the values of Wild and Scenic Rivers, Wilderness, Annual Pass - $80.00 and Roadless Areas Not accepted for camping discounts. Active miltary personnel and their dependents can get this pass free. »» Campground Host funding—shared information with campers to increase safety and protect Senior Pass - $10.00 resources, cleaned restrooms Available to US citizens 62 years and older. Must be purchased in person, with proof of age such as a »» This Visitor Guide driver’s license.

Access Pass - Free olunteering on the Available to US citizens that have been medically V determined to have a permanent disability that severely National Forests limits one or more major life activities. Must be obtained in person with written proof of disability. The Forest Service Volunteer Passport in Time volunteers at Adams Ranger Station Passes are available at most Forest Service offices Program on the Nez Perce- and help to operate and maintain recreation facilities Clearwater National Forests is very active. The jobs are on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. For more exciting and diverse, scenery is exceptional, and co-workers information, visit http://store.usgs.gov/pass/index.html. are friendly. For more information, contact any Forest Service office or visit www.volunteer.gov/gov. Visit the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests at: Contact Information www.fs.usda.gov/nezperceclearwater

Clearwater National Forest Moose Creek Ranger District/ Red River Ranger District Supervisor’s Office/ Fenn Ranger Station 300 American River Road Northfork Ranger District 831 Selway Road Elk City, ID 83525 12730 Highway 12 Kooskia, ID 83539 (208) 842-2245 Orofino, ID 83544 (208) 926-4258 (208) 476-4541 Salmon River Ranger District/ Palouse Ranger District/ Slate Creek Ranger Station Nez Perce National Forest Potlatch Ranger Station 304 Slate Creek Road Supervisor’s Office 1700 Highway 6 White Bird, ID 83554 104 Airport Rd. Potlatch, ID 83855 (208) 839-2211 Grangeville, ID 83530 (208) 875-1131 (208) 983-1950 Powell Ranger Station 192 Powell Rd Lochsa Ranger District Lolo, MT 59847 502 Lowry (208) 942-3113 Kooskia, ID 83539 (208) 926-4274 Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Syringa

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