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Dworshak State Park
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| Orofino, Idaho 83544 |
| (208) 476-5994 |
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Dworshak State Park is located among trees and meadows on the western shore of Dworshak Reservoir. The park is comprised of three units - Freeman Creek, Three Meadows Group Camp, and Big Eddy Lodge and Marina.
Camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and water-skiing are just some of the many activities that await park visitors. A boat ramp and handling dock provide easy launching most of the year. A fish-cleaning station is nearby to help with the days catch.
Location: North Central Idaho, 24 miles NW of Orofino
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Canoe Camp Historical Site
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| Lapwai, Idaho 83540 |
| (208) 843-7001 |
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At this point in the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the explorers finally reached navigable waters after enduring grueling months crossing the Bitterroot Mountains. An interpretive sign relates how the expedition camped here from September 26 to October 7, 1805, while 5 canoes were built for their journey down the Clearwater, Snake and Columbia Rivers. A replica of a canoe is on display.
Location: Directions: .5 mile W of Orofino on Hwy. 12
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Clearwater Historical Museum
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| Orofino, Idaho 83544 |
| (208) 476-5033 |
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Dedicated to preserving the history of the Clearwater River area, this museum displays samples from their collection of more than 4,000 old pictures and historical artifacts from the past, including gold mining, logging, farming, the Nez Perce Indians and the Lewis & Clark Expedition. Individual tours are given on request. The historical society also offers programs on regional history at their meetings, held the 2nd Tuesday of each month, October through May.
Location: Hwy. 12 to Orofino, 315 College Ave.. |
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Clearwater Fish Hatchery
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| Ahsahka, Idaho 83520 |
| (208) 476-3331 |
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This hatchery, operated by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, is the largest hatchery complex constructed by the Army Corps. of Engineers and includes four satellite hatcheries in the region. They raise chinook and coho salmon, rainbow and steelhead trout and for release in Idaho streams and rivers. Adult chinook salmon can be viewed at the main hatchery and satellite facilities from early June through late August. Location: Hwy. 12 to Orofino, cross the Clearwater River, turn left on Hwy. 7, go 4.5 miles, cross bridge over the N. Fk. Clearwater, left across RR tracks . |
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