Recreation Region: Priest Lake Region

Upper Priest River Trail #308

This is a very scenic trail and receives heavy use. It is an easy hike and offers excellent views of old growth cedar and lush river bottom vegetation. The length of this trail follows along the Upper Priest River and ends at the junction of Continental Creek Trail #28 which continues on to the Upper Priest River Falls also known as the American Falls.

USGS Quad(s): Continental Mountain
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Current Conditions

Trail conditions, including access to the trailhead, vary depending on the season and current weather. Know before you go:
Priest Lake Ranger District
32203 Highway 57 Priest River, ID 83856
(208) 443-2512
7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

308

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

IPNF Visitor Maps & Guides

Photo of the Priest Lake Ranger District office

Address: 32203 Highway 57 Priest River, ID 83856
Phone: (208) 443-2512
Hours: Limited hours due to staffing. Please call ahead. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

North on Hwy 57, Hwy 57 turns into graveled Forest Service Rd. #302 approx. 4 miles past Nordman. Travel north on Rd. #302 approx. 11 miles, until it turns to Rd. #1013 at the Granite Pass junction. Travel Rd. #1013 north approx. 11½ miles. Trailhead is located on the left side. Ample stock trailer parking is available on both sides of the road.