Monday, July 12, Day 67
Powell Campground to Kooskia, Idaho (88 miles)

We left the campground at 6:30 PST. We were following Idaho RT12 (Lewis and Clark trail) through Lochsa River Valley. The Lochsa River changed to Middlefork Clearwater River after leaving the valley. This area has to be Idaho’s most cherished secret. This valley was the prettiest we’ve seen on this trip and is by far the nicest I’ve ever seen. I would gladly return to this area in a heartbeat just to spend a little time marveling in the splendor of magnificent surroundings.
If you have four days that you can spare, come here for a great vacation.
Our day was dry with temps moderating in the high 80’s. The only drawback to this pleasant day was the headwind we had to fight during the final 30 miles or so. So Be It!!!
Our reservations tonight are in a motel in Kooskia. Kooskia is the gateway to the Clearwater and Nez Perce National Forest and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness area.
Till tomorrow. Bike Ted!!