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Johnson Bar Group Site

Johnson Bar Group Site is located near Kooskia in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. The area features forested terrain with the Selway River nearby, offering opportunities for fishing and water activities. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer, and visitors can explore the nearby Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness for hiking and wildlife viewing.

Description

National Forest

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

Overview

Johnson Bar Group Site is situated in a large, open field along the Selway River. The site is perfect for gatherings of up to 100 people, with room for tents and RVs. The site offers access to many recreational activities and sightseeing opportunities.

Recreation

The Selway River is a destination fly fishing experience for cutthroat and rainbow trout and is also well-known for whitewater rafting. Several trailheads for hiking and biking are accessible from Selway River Road and lead into the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness area. Johnson Bar offers beach and boating access.

Natural Features

In the heart of north central Idaho, rugged peaks, deep canyons, dense forests and remote wilderness comprise the Nez Perce National Forest. Due in large part to dramatic elevational differences, the forest supports a wide variety of vegetation, from cedar groves to desert ecosystems. Johnson Bar is located in the Selway Wild and Scenic River Corridor, an area known for its rugged natural beauty and wildlife.

Nearby Attractions

An 11-mile sightseeing drive from Lowell to Selway Falls offers visitors opportunities to appreciate the pristine beauty of the Selway Wild and Scenic River and picturesque Selway Falls. Johnson Bar is near the Fenn Ranger Station, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Location

Johnson Bar Group Site is located in Idaho

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Directions

Johnson Bar Group Site is located 4.5 miles east of Lowell, ID on Forest Road 223 (Selway River Road). The group site is between the paved road and the river.

Address

Fenn Ranger Station, 831 Selway Rd
Kooskia, ID 83539

Coordinates

46.1036111 N
115.5591667 W

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