The Top 5 Natural Monuments in Idaho County
Idaho County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 5
beautiful natural monuments in Idaho County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Idaho County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Heart of the Monster
Highlight • Natural Monument
According to the nimíipuu creation story, Iceye’ye (Coyote) killed a large monster along the Clearwater River near present day Kamiah, Idaho, thus creating different tribes in the region, including the …
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Salmon River Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
Around 15 million years ago, the majestic Salmon River made its way through Miocene lava beds a carved a gorge. Later in time, the area rose, mountain developed and the …
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Jerry Johnson Hot Springs
Highlight • Natural Monument
Jerry Johnson Hot Springs, being one of the most accessible hot springs in the area, is also the most popular. Three distinct pools are fed by separate sources. The largest …
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Middle Fork Clearwater Wild and Scenic River
Highlight • River
This section of river is part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System and is a major point for salmon migration. Following the trail to the Elevator Mountain Trail …
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Camas Prairie viewpoint & historic marker
Highlight • Viewpoint
Camas Prairie is not just grassland – it is an historic place. Tolo Lake, just south of the prairie, was a gathering place and in 1877 Nimiipuu bands gathered here …
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