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if you have a business near the Lewis Clark Trail Lolo Trail Corridor Lottery SystemFeature Article By
Cheeta Brown You’ve had a
glimpse of what to expect along the Lolo Trail Motorway. Although you
won’t have the snow to contend with, summer is travel time now, you will
find some of the going a bit difficult. The U.S. Forest
Service has abandoned the lottery system for the summer of 2003 since
applicants did not reach the anticipated number for this coming summer.
The Motorway will remain open for visitors and many restrictions have been
lifted. However, it is still necessary to obtain a free permit before
entering the corridor. This can be obtained at any Clearwater National
Forest office. The restriction for one-way travel has been lifted as well
as limited group size. If you really want
to brave the Lolo Trail Corridor by 2006 it is best to get as The Lolo Trail
Corridor holds a wealth of treasures. It was the site of many historical
events, and carries the memories of hundreds of years of American Indian
use. Two National Historic Trails – the Nez Perce and the Lewis and
Clark – stretch the full length of the Lolo Trail, which is also a
National Historic Landmark. It is important to protect this beautiful area
by limiting the number of travelers at any one time on the trail during
the peak summer travel time. Permits may be
required to travel the Lolo Trail corridor during the Lewis and Clark
Bicentennial years of 2004 through 2006. No permit is required before July
15 or after October 1; however, snow may prevent access to the area.
Towing of any type of vehicle or trailer is not allowed because of safety
considerations on the primitive road. Only exception is a small trailer,
less than 50 inches wide, behind an ATV, motorcycle or bicycle. A maximum of 10
single/small group parties will be allowed in the Lolo Trail Corridor each
day under the permit system. Maximum party size is 10 people. Maximum
length of stay is 8 nights. Maximum number of bicycles at one time is 10
in a small group. Only one large group, 11-35 people per week will be
allowed. Maximum stay of eight nights. Under the permit
system, camping is allowed in designated sites only. Campsites will be
assigned at the Wendover Staging area on Highway 12. Whenever you travel
the Motorway you are required to carry a shovel and bucket while on
national forest lands. If the reservation
system is reinstated, applications must be received at one of two Forest
Service offices between Dec. 1, 2003 and Jan. 31, 2004 for a 2004 trip.
Applications must be submitted through the mail, fax or hand delivered.
They will not be accepted at an Internet address. Any unassigned,
cancelled or unconfirmed trips will be allocated on a first-come,
first-serve basis. To
obtain a reservation application or inquire if the permit system is in
effect contact:
Lochsa
Ranger District Kooskia
Rt.
1, box 398
Lochsa
Ranger district Kamiah
Or
www.fs.fed.us/rl/clearwater/LewisClark/LewisClark A permit is not required
to travel approximately 17 miles of the western section of Road 500. This
western portal is easily accessed by paved and graveled roads east of
either Kamiah or Weippe, Idaho. Travelers can stay in local communities or
camp on the forest and hike maintained portions of the Lewis and Clark
Trail. Maps are available at local Forest Service offices. If you would like
to travel the Lolo Trail, but do not have the proper vehicle or equipment
such as camping gear or a pickup, there are several professional
outfitters and guides who can help you. Contact one of the above forest
offices for a list of outfitters and guides. This month our featured site is:
Crossing
the Bitterroots with Lewis & Clark
Traveler's Rest to Canoe Camp via
the Lolo Trail A Lewis
and Clark 4-day extravaganza, our 2003 Crossing the
Bitterroots excursion brings together breathtaking scenery,
expert historical interpretation, and the greatest concentration of
Lewis and Clark Expedition sites in the nation. As our Crossing the Bitterroots guest, you'll enjoy one of the most in-depth explorations of Lewis and Clark available anywhere while visiting expedition campsites and other sites where the Corps of Discovery faced some of their greatest challenges. You'll see many of the special places you've read about — Lolo Pass and the Lolo Trail (aka the Nez Perce Trail), Colt-Killed Creek, Smoking Place, Spirit Revival Ridge, Weippe Prairie, Canoe Camp, Treaty Council Camp, Camp Chopunnish, and more. We'll also lead you along ancient trail tread to special places few folks ever find. Add outstanding interpretation, great food and a group-size limit of ten, and you'll have one of the finest Lewis and Clark experiences available today. Call now to reserve your place on one of our scheduled 2003 tours: July 14-17(filled), July 21-24, or July 28-31. Call today: 208-926-7875 or E-mail Us. Lewis Clark Road ToursWe also customize Lewis and Clark tours for groups of all sizes and ages. To arrange yours E-mail Us
Be sure to
visit the sites below while planning your next
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much information about your travel route and the sights along the way as
possible. If you who are planning to travel the Lolo Trail Motorway in
2004 and beyond the Forest Service has reserved the right to reinstate all
regulations and permit fees if the travel density on the Motorway
increases. With this in mind, here is the information, which could be
valuable in making your plans.