Home to swift and clean rivers, massive wilderness, and some of the most important history of the American West, Clearwater also accommodates its visitors seeking outdoor activity and enjoyment.
Clearwater's 1.8 million acres are slashed by the canyons of the Clearwater River, displaying an endless and magnificent landscape of mountains to the east and prairies to the west. Clearwater stands out for its incredible fishing and fierce whitewater rapids.
Float the Lochsa River early in the season, when snowmelt turns this wild and scenic gem into Class III-IV+ whitewater.
Bring your fly rod to the North Fork's Kelly Forks area and hike up the adjoining Kelly Creek for some of the region's best trout fishing.