Near Orofino in Clearwater County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
Lewis and Clark
On their way West, in 1805
— Lewis and Clark descended into Clearwater Canyon on an old Indian trail across from here —
Erected by Idaho Historical Society & Idaho Transportation Department. (Marker Number 249.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Native Americans • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Idaho State Historical Society, and the Lewis & Clark Expedition series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1805.
Location. 46° 26.655′ N, 116° 12.884′ W. Marker is near Orofino, Idaho, in Clearwater County. Marker is on U.S. 12, 3 miles south of Michigan Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Marker is located in a pull-out on the east side of US Highway 12, overlooking the Clearwater River. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Orofino ID 83544, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. River Crossing Over Time (approx. 3.3 miles away); Routes Through the Region (approx. 3.3 miles away); Gold Rush Ferry (approx. 4.8 miles away); Gold Rush Historic Byway (approx. 4.8 miles away); Dworshak Dam (approx. 6½ miles away); Indian Fishing Rock (approx. 6.6 miles away); Canoe Building Site (approx. 6.7 miles away); Ahsakha Village Site (approx. 6.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Orofino.
More about this marker. Large wooden marker in good condition
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