Weitas Creek
Upper Weitas Pack Bridge to NF Clearwater
| Difficulty | II(IV) |
| Length | 18 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 55 fpm |
| Reach Info Last Updated | March 7, 2021 |
River Description
Weitas Creek is primarily a class II run through primitive Idaho cedar and fir forests. The drainage has an excellent trail system and one road access part way through the run. The take-out is easy by most standards, being on the NF Clearwater. The put-in requires dragging your boat down a trail from Liz Butte for four miles. Only the last few miles have any whitewater, a few class III and IV. Plan a few extra days to run the NF Clearwater to make the whole thing worthwhile. Camping is great, both on the creek and on the Clearwater.
River Features
Liz Butte Trailhead, Put-in
From Liz Butte on Forest Road 560 park at the Liz Butte Trailhead (Trail 649) and hike approximately 4 miles down the trail, following the Y to the left on Trail 650 to the river at the pack bridge.
Weitas Bridge Access
Intermediate access point at Weitas Bridge and Guard Station.
Weitas Creek Campground, Take Out
Take-out at Weitas Creek Campground on river right where Weitas Creek joins the North Fork Clearwater. This popular no-fee campground has 6 sites that are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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