Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Welcome
to the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests - 4 million acres of beautiful and diverse land located in north-central Idaho.
Kelly Creek, North Fork Ranger District
USDA Forest Service Photo
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From the dry, rugged canyons of the Salmon River to the moist cedar forests of the Selway drainage to the rolling uplands of the Palouse, the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests offers something for everyone. This vast, diverse area is managed to provide a variety of goods and services including breathtaking scenery, wilderness, wildlife, fisheries, timber harvest, livestock grazing, mining, pristine water quality and a wide array of recreation opportunities. The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests is best known for its wild character. Nearly half of the forest is designated Wilderness. They also sport three rivers popular with thrill-seeking floaters—the Selway, the Lochsa and the Salmon.
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Recent News
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Don’t Be a Spark this Fourth of July
Release Date: Jun 28, 2024 Kamiah, ID
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Anticipate Delays and Road Closures On The North Fork Ranger District This Summer
Release Date: Jun 27, 2024
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Nez Perce-Clearwater Forest Supervisor Cheryl Probert announces retirement
Release Date: Jun 25, 2024 Kamiah
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Lolo Pass Ground Squirrels Prepare For Prom And You’re Invited!
Release Date: Jun 24, 2024 Kamiah
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Dixie-Comstock and Twentymile Projects Approved Projects are designed to address the growing wildfire threat
Release Date: Jun 24, 2024 Kamiah
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“These are the Skills that Built America” Taught at Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
Release Date: Jun 18, 2024 kamiah
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Class in Session for First-Year Firefighters
Release Date: Jun 17, 2024
Features
Travel back in time on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests!
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The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests' Historic Routes Project is a unique and exciting initiative that highlights the significant history and recreational opportunities available on three historic routes on the forests - the Lolo Motorway, Elk City Wagon Road, and Magruder Corridor. Click here to learn more!
Construction Completed on New Forest Supervisor's Office in Kamiah
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Construction on the new Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Supervisor's Office is now complete! Click here to learn more about the innovative new facility in Kamiah, Idaho.
Spotlights
East Saddle Forest Management Project Improves Elk Habitat
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The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests and Idaho Department of Fish and Game are working together on projects that improve wildlife habitat.
Orogrande Community Fuels Reduction Project
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The Orogrande community is a little safer due to great efforts from the Red River Ranger District. Follow here to learn more.
Lochsa River Corridor GAOA Work - Summer 2021
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Click here to read about Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) projects conducted on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in Summer 2021!
Taking a Moment to Remember: Anne Veseth Memorial Hike
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Every year, employees on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests take time to remember Anne Veseth, a firefighter that was lost on the forest's Steep Corner fire on August 12, 2012.