Project Name: Selway River – Paradise
Project Dates: May 29-31
The Selway River Trail follows the Wild and Scenic Selway River as it flows through the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. This is an important main line trail for hikers, backpackers, boaters, and stock to access this pristine wilderness area. ITA has been asked to help open it up for the season! Meeting Thursday night, we'll work one day from Paradise Campground (the put in for boaters launching on the Selway), working to clear logs and brush as needed as far downstream as we can. On Saturday, we'll load up light overnight packs and backpack downstream to Running Creek, about 7 miles in. We'll work the remainder of the day, camp out overnight here and in the morning pack up and hike back to the trailhead, finishing any tree clearing as we go. This section gets cleared of logs each year, so we're expecting to finish this stretch in this short amount of time. Several more ITA projects will benefit from the work we do this weekend, as pack stock will be on this trail to support projects all summer long.
Beginner-friendly backpacking, easy elevation hike, beautiful views of the Selway with a quick overnight camp out in the wilderness, and some meaningful trail work. What's not to love?!
More info about the Selway River Trail can be found in this ITA trail spotlight, written by a past crew leader!
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.
Trails: Selway River Trail #4
Itinerary: This is a three-day project, meeting on Thursday evening and starting work Friday morning. Returning to the trailhead to car camp Friday night. Saturday, begin backpacking for one overnight, retuning to cars and heading home Sunday. If needed, we may have room for folks to arrive Friday evening to work Saturday/Sunday, please contact trails@idahotrailsassociation.org.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Gear Packing List: Gear Checklist for Backpacking Projects
Crew Leader: Ray Arguello and Zac Nichols
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: Approximately 3 hours from Darby, Montana
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.
Difficulty Rating
Volunteer Spots: 12
