Part of the Fish and Wildlife Service's operations along the Clearwater River, Dworshak National Fish Hatchery provides camping opportunities alongside its educational facilities. The hatchery offers hands-on activities for families during certain seasons, making it both an overnight stop and learning experience. One camper noted the educational component works well for all ages, though specific camping amenities weren't detailed in available reviews. The location near Ahsahka gives access to campgrounds around Ahsahka for those wanting additional options. Anglers will find the river setting particularly relevant given the facility's fish management focus.
Description
Dworshak National Fish Hatchery is located at the confluence of the North Fork and mainstem Clearwater River, 3 miles west of Orofino, Idaho. The hatchery was built to mitigate for the loss of steelhead trout in the North Fork of the Clearwater River and its tributaries as a results of the construction of Dworshak Dam. Visitors are welcome from 7:30a.m. until 4:00p.m. daily. Please call in advance for information about group tours and dates of hatchery activities.
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Location
Public CampgroundDworshak National Fish Hatchery is located in Idaho
Directions
To visit the hatchery, turn off State Highway 12 at the Orofino bridge and continue one block north. Turn left and follow State Highway 7 about 3 miles to the hatchery.
Coordinates
46.50170152 N
116.32499636 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 4/19/26- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 4/19/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 39 min from Lewiston, ID
- 2 hrs 20 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 26 min from Walla Walla, WA
- 2 hrs 31 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
