St. Joe River

Idaho

Idaho Panhandle National Forest
3815 Schreiber Way
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815

Designated Reach: November 10, 1978. The segment above the confluence of the North Fork of the St. Joe River to St. Joe Lake.

Classification/Mileage: Wild — 26.6 miles; Recreational — 39.7 miles; Total — 66.3 miles.

This northern Idaho river offers outstanding scenery, good fishing, and plenty of wildlife. The river was originally named the "St. Joseph" by Father Pierre-Jean DeSmet, a Catholic priest who established a mission there.