Harpers Bend

Harpers Bend Recreation Site | Idaho

Harpers Bend is a day use area located along the Clearwater River and Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. This site has a developed boat ramp which offers access to the Clearwater River, an area known for world-renowned salmon and steelhead fishing. This site also has a single vault toilet and limited parking for boat trailers. Please note– the boat ramp is not accessible at low water.

Facility Information and Rules:

 

  • Developed site
  • Day use area
  • No fees
  • No overnight camping or campground
  • Boat ramp - concrete
  • Vault toilet - 1
  • Parking area
  • Open year-round
  • “Pack it in - pack it out”
  • Dogs must be on a leash (6 feet or less)

Photos

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Contact Us

This site is managed by Cottonwood Field Office; visit their page for office hours and directions.

Adventure is at Your Fingertips

Activities

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BOATING
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HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE
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FISHING
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WATER SPORTS
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WILDLIFE VIEWING
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DAY USE AREA
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SWIMMING SITE
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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PADDLING

Addresses

Cottonwood Field Office
2 Butte Drive
Cottonwood
Idaho
83522

Geographic Coordinates

46.491111, -116.45

Directions

10 miles west of Orofino, Idaho at mile post 33.9 on Highway 12

Fees

No fees.