Project Name: Upper Priest River
Project Dates: September 13-14
Just south of the Canadian border, this trail begins in one of the largest tracts of intact old-growth forest in the Pacific Northwest. This two-day project will take us to American Falls, located at the northern terminus of the Idaho Centennial Trail, which stretches about 1,000 miles. We’ll hike down the Continental Trail #28, then perform bridge repair, rock work, tread maintenance, and other tasks on Trails #308 and #28. This remote area of the Idaho Panhandle is home to endangered species like the grizzly bear and woodland caribou, along with black bears, deer, moose, and mountain goats. The project offers stunning views, including a 40-foot cascade at American Falls, which marks the river’s entrance into the United States.
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Project information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See our FAQs, reach out to your crew leader, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.
Trail: Upper Priest River Trail #308
Itinerary: Arrive at Upper Priest River Trailhead. We will be car camping at the trailhead. Crew leader will specify the meeting time & place in their pre-trip emails.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Crew Leader: Clay Jacobson
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 2 hours from Sandpoint, Idaho
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile
Refundable deposit: $25
Why do I need to pay a deposit? We’ve had trouble with people backing out of trips at the last minute which can really affect the productivity of the overall project. By charging a refundable fee, volunteers are less likely to cancel their reservation. Refunds will not be given to volunteers that do not show up or cancel their reservation. Exceptions will be made for medical reasons or unforeseen circumstances. Volunteers can choose to donate the deposit to ITA. All donations are tax-deductible and will go towards maintaining trails throughout Idaho. If you require assistance in paying for this fee, please contact us at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org and we will waive the cost.
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Volunteer Spots Available: 10 of 12
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Waitlist Signups: 0
