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Wild & Scenic Rivers
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Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone
Shoshone National Forest
Named after William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the Clarks Fork flows through a deep canyon. Its tumultuous waterfalls, whitewater cascades, deep pools, and rugged corridor lands are its unique characteristics.
Total Miles: 20.5 Wild: 20.5

Definitions of the terms; "Wild, Scenic, and Recreational."

Contrary to what you might think, these terms don't describe the character of the river. Wild doesn't mean it's a wicked and foamy stretch of whitewater, and scenic doesn't mean it's a pastoral float. Rather, it's all about accessibility. Here's what the government says. . .

Wild; this river is accessible only by trail, is undeveloped and generally is unpolluted.
Scenic; this river can be accessed by some roads but is mainly still a trail access river.
Recreational; this river has been developed along the shoreline and is easily accessible by roads, trails not necessary.

* Clarks Fork

* North Platte

* Snake River

* Shoshone River, North Fork

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