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The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests range from the rolling hills of the Palouse, down the backs of the Bitterroot Mountains, to the steep banks of the Salmon River, and The Clearwater Trekkers explore it all. You can see where we've been and where we're going on our NPC Trails Index. Join us on Facebook to be part of the community and fun!

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What draws you to seek the Clearwater? Whether you're exploring a new trail with us on a day hike, finding your center on a Discovery Trek, or venturing beyond your map on a Go Journey, we look forward to sharing the trail with you. Check out our calendar of events and schedule an adventure with us!
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Recent Adventures
To the Top of Kamiak Butte With the Palouse Sauntering and Hiking Adventurers
Elevation Low: 2,880 ft High: 3,641 ft Distance: 1.5 miles to summit Difficulty: Moderate Best Seasons: Year-round Maps: Gaia Maps Track Fees: Free Directions: From Lewiston, Idaho, take Highway 95 north to the … Read More
Finding Solace at Hanson Meadows A solo backpacking trip up Kelly Creek
Elevation: Low: 3200 ft High: 3600 ft Distance: 10.5 miles Difficulty: Easy to moderate Best Seasons: Late spring to early fall Maps: FS Topo 463711500 Gorman Hill (Trailhead) FS Topo … Read More
Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters and Aim for the V! Trying my Hand at Whitewater Rafting the Lower Salmon River
Daryl and I did time together. He was a correctional officer at the Idaho Correctional Institution – Orofino while I was serving there as a Volunteer and Religious Services Coordinator. … Read More
Geeking Out on Backpacks Overthinking the right pack at the right price
When I first began as a wilderness therapy field guide, my pack was down-right full and heavy, but over time I was able to dial in my essential gear and … Read More
Escaping on the Big Eddy Trail
Elevation Low: 1700 ft High: 2200 ft Distance: 10 miles Difficulty: Easy to moderate Best Seasons: Year round Maps: Dworshak Dam & Reservoir Recreation Areas Fees: Dworshak State Park Idaho … Read More
Finding our Boundaries at Fish Creek The pups and I go snowshoeing in the deep end at Fish Creek
Elevation Low: 5,100 ft High: 5,600 ft Distance: 8.3 mile loop Difficulty: Easy to moderate Best Seasons: Year-Round Maps Fish Creek Meadows Park N’ Ski Trail Fees: Park N’ Ski … Read More