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| North Central Idaho Recreation |
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North Central Idaho means winding rivers, deep canyon gorges and historic expeditions. Lewis and Clark sought a Northwest Passage to the Pacific when they crossed the rugged Bitterroot Mountains into the homeland of the Nez Perce Indian territory. Enjoy backpacking, jet boating, white-water rafting and hiking through the forests and rivers of Nez Perce territory. Visit historical museums, wildlife centers, state parks and take a lesson in history while enjoying world-class adventure.
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| Orofino, Idaho |
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| Orofino’s regional history follows Lewis and Clark, the early mining rushes (Orofino means “fine gold”) and the great lumber industry. Surrounded by wilderness areas on three sides, this land is truly a haven for those who desire the great outdoors highlighted by spectacular steelhead fishing in the Clearwater River.
Summer activities in Orofino include boating on Dworshak Reservoir and golfing on one of two nearby courses. Hiking and taking in the breathtaking scenery is a fun activity any time of year. In the winter, Orofino has snowmobiling, downhill or cross-country skiing. Spring offers steelhead fishing in the Clearwater River. In the autumn, hunting is at your back door with big game animals for the sportsman to enjoy. Fall steelhead fishing is also very popular.
Orofino has something for everyone year round. This beautiful mountainous country is full of clear rivers, babbling brooks, and turquoise lakes. The equal distribution of all four seasons creates an ever-changing landscape.
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| Clearwater River |
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Located near the towns of Orofino and Lewiston, the Clearwater River is home to the world’s largest steelhead and salmon fish hatchery. The Clearwater is not only famous for it large B-Run Steelhead, but also for its history as a piece of the Lewis & Clark Trail and its natural beauty. The North Fork of the Clearwater River flows from the Idaho-Montana border westward to Orofino then it joins the Snake River further west at Lewiston.
Idaho’s Clearwater River holds some of the largest B-run Steelhead in the nation. The average Clearwater Steelhead weighs between 10 – 16 pounds with many over 20. These fish are larger because they usually spend 2 to 3 years in the ocean before returning inland to the Clearwater River hatcheries and tributaries.
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| Dworshak Dam |
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Dworshak Dam and Reservoir are located on the North Fork of the Clearwater River, about 5 miles north of Orofino, Idaho. Surrounded by lush forested mountains, the 54-mile long reservoir offers a myriad of recreation opportunities for the entire family. Boating, fishing for Kokanee salmon and rainbow trout, camping at one of the remote mini-camps, hunting for elk or whitetail deer, hiking on the cool forested trails are just some of Dworshak Reservoir's recreational activites. Relax and enjoy the great outdoors the way you want to... casting a line, telling tales around the campfire, or savoring some quiet solitude.
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| Dworshak Resevoir |
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If you wish to contact us by e-mail, fax, or phone please contact us at:
Idaho Clearwater Ranch
Phone: 208-816-6423
Fax; 208-476-7818
Email: dennis_h@idahoclearwaterranch.com
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