Recreation area

Split Creek Trailhead and River Access

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests · Idaho — managed by USDA Forest Service

First-come, first-served — no online reservations

About this campground

Stop at the Split Creek Trailhead and take a break from your drive on the Northwest Passage Scenic Byway and enjoy a picnic while taking in views of the Lochsa River. The Split Creek Trailhead and river access area is located off US Highway 12 at milepost 112 on the Lochsa River—actually; one can hardly miss it due to the gorgeous wooden pack bridge spanning the Lochsa River which provides access to the 1.34 million acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness! The trailhead is equipped with a gravel parking area, hitch rails, and is a popular take-out for boaters.

Activities

  • HORSE CAMPING
  • AUTO TOURING
  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • HUNTING
  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE
  • PICNICKING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.