Welcome to Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests
From the dry, rugged canyons of the Salmon River to the moist cedar forests of the Selway drainage to the rolling uplands of the Palouse, the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in Idaho offers something for everyone. This vast, diverse area is managed to provide a variety of goods and services including breathtaking scenery, wilderness, wildlife, fisheries, timber harvest, livestock grazing, mining, pristine water quality and a wide array of recreation opportunities.
2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests are providing the 2026 Capitol Christmas Tree. Learn more here!
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